Alternators 3 Quiz

0%

Technician A says a noisy alternator could be caused by a bad diode. Technician B says a noisy alternator could be caused by a worn bearing. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Only when full fielding the alternator does the output meet the alternator rating, what may be the problem?

Correct! Wrong!

The alternator on a vehicle has failed prematurely. Basic checks of vehicle wiring and batteries have revealed no problems, but the driver has several times left the lights on overnight. Each time, the vehicle was jump started and sent back out. Technician A says the alternator was probably defective and replacing it should solve the problem. Technician B says the problem is that the vehicle''s batteries should have been slow-charged before sending the truck back out on the road. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

When testing between the two alternator rotor slip rings, your ohmmeter reads "O" is this acceptable.

Correct! Wrong!

Technician A says that by grounding the field circuit, on an A type alternator circuit, it will cause the alternator to provide maximum output at that RPM. Technician B says that a shorted rotor coil is a possible cause of low alternator output. Who is correct?

Correct! Wrong!

In an alternator, the field winding is part of the:

Correct! Wrong!

In an alternator, the current producing windings are:

Correct! Wrong!

In an alternator, the AC output is changed to DC by the:

Correct! Wrong!

Alternator rotor windings should be checked for opens, shorts and:

Correct! Wrong!

Alternator brushes will carry the full:

Correct! Wrong!

The magnetic field in an alternator is created in the:

Correct! Wrong!

The output current of an alternator is created in the:

Correct! Wrong!

An alternator rotor is constructed so that:

Correct! Wrong!

Rectifier diodes on most equipment installations are mounted in the:

Correct! Wrong!

The magnetic polarity of an alternator''s interlaced pole pieces is determined by:

Correct! Wrong!

An alternator stator with three windings usually has a rectifier with:

Correct! Wrong!

The alternator field excitation circuit may be energized by:

Correct! Wrong!

Most alternators cannot start operation independently because:

Correct! Wrong!

Voltage output of the alternator is controlled by regulating the:

Correct! Wrong!

The first step in diagnosing a charging system problem is to:

Correct! Wrong!

To fulfield test an "A" type alternator circuit you must:

Correct! Wrong!

A single diode in a stator winding will produce:

Correct! Wrong!

Alternator maximum output is directly related to:

Correct! Wrong!

Technician a says that before MIG welding on an alternator-equipped truck, disconnect the battery ground. Technician B says that one bungee strap hold down is sufficient to hold an 1100 series battery. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Charging circuit indicator lamps are installed so that they will not light when:

Correct! Wrong!

Regulators, in alternators and generators are charging system devices that can control:

Correct! Wrong!

The purpose for the resistor that is mounted in parallel with the charging circuit indicator light is to:

Correct! Wrong!

When checking out a low charge voltage complaint, a technician performs a visual examination, then turns the key switch on and finds that there is magnetism at the alternator pulley, the problem could be with the:

Correct! Wrong!

Overcharging a high voltage produced by an alternator is often caused by a faulty:

Correct! Wrong!

Brushes worn to ___________ their original length should be replaced.

Correct! Wrong!

Which type of winding will produce more current flow?

Correct! Wrong!

Two technicians are discussing an alternator with zero output. Technician A says the alternator field circuit may have an open circuit. Technician B says the fuse may be burned from the ignition to the alternator. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

An alternator with a 90-ampere rating produces 45 amps during an output test. A V-belt drives the alternator and the belt is at the specified tension. Technician A says the V-belt may be worn and bottomed in the pulley causing it to slip. Technician B says the alternator pulley may be misalligned with the crankshaft pulley. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Technician A says that undercharging could be caused by a loose drive belt. Technician B says that undercharging could be caused by undersized wiring between the alternator and the battery. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Two technician are discussing a truck charging system output test. Technician A says all vehicle lights and accessories should be turned off during the AVR load test to accurately measure maximum alternator output. Technician B says the normal charging system voltage should be limited to 14 volts maximum for a 12V system. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

For a charging circuit volt drop the voltmeter connections should be at:

Correct! Wrong!

The ground side of a truck''s charging circuit is being tested for voltage drop. Technician A says to place the voltmeter leads on the voltage regulator ground terminal and the vehicle''s battery. Technician B says to place the voltmeter leads on the alternator casing and the truck''s battery ground side. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Which of these is part of an alternator?

Correct! Wrong!

Technician A says that the battery cables only need to be serviced when the starting or charging system is experiencing problems. Technician B says that battery corrosion only forms on the terminals during cold weather. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

The charging indicator light on a truck is illuminated when the ignition switch is off. Technician A says this can be caused by a bad rectifier bridge. Technician B says that this can be caused by a short between generator #1 and #2 terminals on a Delco Sl alternator. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

On a truck with a dash charging indicator light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned on but the truck has an undercharged battery. Technician A says this can be caused by a blown fuse between the indicator lamp and ignition switch. Technician B says this could be caused by a worn pulley and a glazed fan belt. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Two technicians are discussing a dash-mounted voltmeter. Technician A says that often the dash voltmeter is not accurate and will often read differently from an accurate voltmeter accross the battery terminals. Technician B says that an unwanted resistance in the charging circuit will effect the accuracy of the dash voltmeter''s readings. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

The generator rectifies its current from a.c. to a.c. by the use of

Correct! Wrong!

Alternator noise complaints are being discussed. Technician A says a loose belt may make a squealing noise under load. Technician B says a whining noise can be caused by a shorted diode. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

What is the LEAST likely result of a full-fielded alternator?

Correct! Wrong!

The difference between an ordinary diode and a zener diode is:

Correct! Wrong!

While reassembling an alternator during a rebuild. Technician A always replaces the drive pulley. Technician B says that it is always a good idea to replace the field brushes when performing an alternator rebuild. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

A maintenance free battery is low on electrolyte and the built-in hydrometer indicates clear or light yellow. Technician A says a faulty voltage regulator may have caused this problem. Technician B says a loose alternator belt may have caused this problem. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

Technician A says that when performing an alternator output test, a voltmeter should be connected in series with the positive on the alternator output terminal and the negative on the battery ground cable. Technician B says that a carbon pile is the best and most accurate thing to use when performing an alternator output test. Who is right?

Correct! Wrong!

A stator''s wires are grouped into three separate bundles also known as:

Correct! Wrong!

Alternators 3 Quiz
You Failed!
You Passed!

Share your Results:

Just tell us who you are to view your results!