AURETR029 - Assessment 1 - Written Knowledge - Questions - V2
AURETR029 - Assessment 1 - Written Knowledge - Questions - V2
AURETR029 - Assessment 1 - Written Knowledge - Questions - V2
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Task/s to be To complete this written assessment, you will need to answer the 61 questions comprising
assessed of Multiple Choice, True and False, Fill-in the Gap and Short Answer questions.
Location This theory assessment will be completed in a classroom under the supervision of a
trainer/assessor.
Decision making To receive a ‘satisfactory’ outcome for this assessment students MUST successfully answer
rules all questions. If a student achieves less than 100%, they can reattempt the assessment
after further study has taken place. Students who cannot achieve a minimum of 100% you
will not have satisfactorily completed this assessment
Your assessor will be looking for the following in this assessment task: -
Work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS)
requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing charging systems, including
procedures for:
o Using specialised tools and equipment
o Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
o Identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with:
Working on high voltage ignition systems
Wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring
systems
Operating principles of charging systems and associated components, including:
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assessment this document (S) – Satisfactory if all observable behaviours are correct and (NS)
not satisfactory if any areas are left incorrect
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the area of the non-compliant observable behaviour and an opportunity given for re-
assessment. This may be through direct observation or a different method of
assessment e.g. verbal/oral questioning, problem solving exercise.
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yet competent. Additional feedback will be given, and a time agreed upon for further
assessment after additional training and skills practice has taken place, this
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be deemed C – Competent for the practical component and the result recorded and
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Assessment 1 – Questioning
Written Assessment
1. Why should you NEVER use a test-light to diagnose components and wires in computer systems?
Because the current draw of these test lights may damage the computer system components.
3. You should NEVER connect a ‘self-powered’ test-light to a circuit that is powered. Why?
A powered test light should only be used if the power for the circuit or component has been
disconnected because a self-powered test light is used to check for continuity. The light turns on if the circuit is
completed
4. Analogue meter cannot be used on a computer-controller circuit unless expressly directed to do so in the
workshop manual. Why?
Because they have low internal resistance(input impedance). The low input impedance allows
too much current to flow through circuits and can damage delicate electronic devices
5. Explain why the leads of an ammeter should NEVER be place the across the battery or a load.
Never place the leads of an ammeter across the battery or a load. This puts the meter in parallel
with the circuit and will blow the fuse in the ammeter or possibly destroy the meter
6. Identify five (5) important items of personal safety when diagnosing and repairing charging systems.
1 Safety Glasses
2 Proper Clothing
3 Safety Gloves
4 Safety Boots
5 Hearing Protection
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7. State the precautions that should be observed when working around high voltage ignition systems.
1 Disable or disconnect the high voltage system before performing services to those systems.
5 Always install the correct type of circuit protection device into a high voltage system.
6 All high voltage wires and harnesses are wrapped in orange coloured insulation stay away from it
unless
8. Rings, necklaces, bracelets and watches should not be worn while working around charging systems. Why?
Because jewelry conduct electricity very well and can easily cause a short, through you, if it touches a bare
wire.
generator, the placement of the brushes on the commutator changes the induced AC voltage to a DC voltage
Output
through the stationary magnetic field of the field windings, inducing a voltage in the conductors inside the
armature. In a DC generator, the placement of the brushes on the commutator changes the induced AC
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14. If an alternator rotor has a resistance of 6 ohms. What will the average rotor current be when the output is 25
amps, the reference voltage 14.25 volts and the average voltage switched by the regulator 12 volts? Use
Ohms Law
= = =
15. As the battery voltage increases what happens to the alternator current? Why?
Higher sensing voltage will result in a decrease in field current and voltage output. The regulator will reduce
the charging voltage until it is at a level to run the ignition system while putting a low charge on the battery.
16. All charging systems use what principle to generate the electrical power?
Charging systems work on the principles of magnetism to change mechanical energy into electrical
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arranged so that current can leave the generator in one direction only (as DC).
20. In an AC alternator, how is half wave and full wave rectification produced?
Half wave:
When AC passes through a diode If the diode is reversed, it blocks off current during the
positive pulse and allows the negative pulse to flow. Because only half of the AC current
pulses
Full wave: By adding more diodes to the circuit, more of the AC is rectified. When all of the AC is
rectified,
The armature in a DC generator is driven by the engine. It is not magnetized and the windings simply rotate
through the stationary magnetic field of the field windings, inducing a voltage in the conductor inside the
armature. In a DC generator the placement of the brushes on the commutator changes the induced AC
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1 Pole
2 Commutator
3 Top Brush
4 Commutator segments
5 Pole shoe
6 Field windings
7 Bottom brush
8 Armature
9 Yoke
voltage output. The armature in a DC generator is driven by the engine It is not magnetized and the windings
simply rotate through the stationary magnetic field of the field windings, inducing a voltage in the conductors
driven by the engine It is not magnetized and the windings simply rotate through the stationary magnetic field
of the field windings, inducing a voltage in the conductors inside the armature.
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A. Stator.
B. Rotor.
C. Brushes.
D. Poles.
ducts so the air from the rotor shaft fan can pass through the AC generator.
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at the rear of the housing. The air leaves through openings behind the cooling fan. The moving
air pulls heat from the diodes and their heat decreases.
34. Most alternators use three (3) windings to generate the required amperage output. Draw and name them
below.
35. Alternating current produces positive and negative pulses. The resultant waveform is a sine wave, which can
be observed on a scope. Draw the 3-phase sine wave below.
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switch, acting as either conductor or insulator, depending on the direction of current flow
41. In regards to the charging systems, what does the PCM control?
PCM controls the generator by controlling the duty cycle of the field current. The PCM can also increase the
idle speed of the engine to raise charging rates in order to meet the current needs. The PCM will also change
42. How does voltage regulation circuitry located within a PCM control the alternator output?
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It adjusts the duty cycle of the field current to control the alternator output.
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44. Identify the following charging system DTC’s, their meaning, the symptoms and common problems.
P0562 Description:
When the code p0562 is set in the powertrain computer,it means that the PCM is seeing a lower than
requested vehicle voltage.The code will set when the voltage level goes below 10.0 volts for more than
Possible Symptoms:
Check the engine light will illuminate.
engine is running
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P0563 Description:
The ECM receives power from the battery even when the vehicle is turned off. This permits data storage
and other essential functions. A vehicle will store this fault code when the ECM detects a voltage reading
Possible Symptoms:
The battery light may come on, the engine could stall while idling, automatic transmission may not
function properly
expected.
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P2503 Description:
The DTC indicates that the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected that the charging system
Possible Symptoms:
Vehicle dies while driving, vehicle fails to start, vehicle shifts abnormally, vehicle has multiple unrelated
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P0622 Description:
When the PCM logs a P0622 trouble code, its because it detected a problem with the generator field control.
The PCM uses the generator turn-on signal circuit to manage the generator
Possible Symptoms:
The engine light comes on, the battery could discharge, acceleration might become difficult
Possible causes:
Battery charge issue.
A malfunctioning generator.
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45. Looking at the alternator oscilloscope waveforms below from two (2) different vehicles, what do they show
about the alternators being tested?
A B
Alternator A: Alternator B:
Good AC generator under full load Shorted diode and/or stator winding under full
loadrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
46. Using the diagnostic scan tool data below, answer the following questions?
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47. Using the diagnostic flow chart below, answer the following questions
1 Using the diagnostic flow chart, what should be checked first on this vehicle?
Check if charge bulb comes on.
3 What should you check if the charge bulb (warning light) remains ON when the engine is idling?
Check or replace fan belt.
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Check generator.
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48. What five (5) steps should you follow while inspecting a charging system?
1 Inspect the battery. It might be necessary to charge the battery to restore it to a fully charged state. If
the
battery cannot be charged it must be replaced. Make sure that the posts and cable clamps are clean
and
2 Inspect all system wiring and connections. Many systems contain fusible links or maxi-fuses to protect
3 Inspect the generator and regulator mountings for loose or missing bolts. Replace or tighten as
needed.
most generators and regulators complete their ground through their mounting. If the mountings are not
4 Inspect the AC generator drive belt. Loose belts are major source of charging problems
A. An ammeter.
B. A voltmeter.
C. An oscilloscope.
D. A VAT with a carbon pile.
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50. A technician connects the red lead of a voltmeter to the B+ terminal of the alternator and the black lead to the
battery positive. He starts the engine and turns on the headlights and all the electrical accessories. What is
the technician measuring?
1 0.1.
2 0.2.
3 0.5.
4 1.0.
53. Explain how to carry out a ‘No Load’ voltage output test?
To carry out a ‘No load’ voltage output test, start the engine and run it at the suggested rpm for this test
(usually 1,500 rpm). With no electrical load, the voltage reading should be about 2 volts higher than the open
circuit voltage.
54. Explain how to carry out a voltage output test with the charging system under load?
Increase the engine speed to about 2,000 rpm and turn on the headlights and other high currentaccessories.
The voltage output while under heavy load should be about 0.5 volt above the battery’sopen circuit voltage
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55. Explain how to carry out a ‘Current’ output test on a charging system?
A VAT can quickly check the amperage output. With the tester connected to the system the engine is run at a
moderate speed (2,500 rpm) and the carbon pile adjusted to obtain maximum current output.The reading is
56. What should you follow when removing and refitting the alternator assembly?
Follow service manual procedures when removing and installing an AC generator. Remember
57. Before carrying out any repairs to the charging system, what should be done first?
Before carrying out any repairs to the charging system, what should be done first
Before carrying out any repair to the charging system get to the root of the trouble the first.
58. Describe the general procedure for removing and replacing the alternator.
Removal:
1 Park the car on an even surface level.
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Installing:
1 Slide the new alternator into place.
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59. After completing repairs on a vehicle, why must you retest the charging system?
After completing repairs on a vehicle one must retest the charging system because Once a customer drives
away with the assurance that the problem is solved, another case of a dead battery is very costly—both in
60. What is the correct procedure for clearing charging system DTC’s?
Connect the techstream to the DLC3
Enter the following menus: Powertrain/ Engine and ECT/ Clear DTCs
61. What could occur to the alternator if the wiring connectors were incorrectly installed?
Improper connections to an Alternator can destroy it.
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