Question 1
A technician inspects an exhaust system that produces a loud ticking noise that gets louder when the engine is cold and quiets after warm-up. Which condition is the MOST likely cause?
Correct Answer:
An exhaust manifold leak at the cylinder head
Question 2
Technician A says a downstream (post-catalyst) heated oxygen sensor on a properly working three-way catalyst should switch rapidly like the upstream sensor. Technician B says the downstream sensor should produce a relatively steady voltage near 0.6-0.8 V when the catalyst is storing and releasing oxygen correctly. Who is correct?
Correct Answer:
Technician B only
Question 3
Which DTC is set when the OBD-II catalyst efficiency monitor determines that Bank 1's three-way catalyst can no longer store enough oxygen to keep tailpipe emissions within 1.5 times the FTP standard?
Correct Answer:
P0420
Question 4
An exhaust system has a noticeable 'puffing' sound at the tailpipe that pulses with engine RPM. Engine vacuum at idle is steady at 18 in-Hg. What is the MOST likely cause?
Correct Answer:
A loose flange between the manifold and head pipe
Question 5
A vehicle is presented with a P0420 set and a customer complaint of failed state emissions inspection. Before condemning the catalytic converter, which of the following MUST be ruled out first?
Correct Answer:
Exhaust leaks upstream of the rear oxygen sensor and base-engine misfire
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