Automotive Technology
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781337794213
Author: ERJAVEC, Jack.
Publisher: Cengage,
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 15, Problem 10ASRQ
While discussing the AWG system: Technician A says that most automotive wiring range from 0 to 4 gauge. Technician B says that the higher the gauge number, the larger the diameter of the wire. Who is correct?
- Technician A
Expert Solution & Answer
Trending nowThis is a popular solution!
Students have asked these similar questions
Name and sketch the three types of plug gauges
Higher pairs are those which have
Choose the correct option
Surface contact between elements
Point or line contact between elements
None of the mentioned
No contact between elements
Which of the following is the purpose of fail-safe circuits?
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to protect electric motors against voltage surge
O All of these are true
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to provide overload protection for system components
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to maintain constant current in electric motor coils
Chapter 15 Solutions
Automotive Technology
Ch. 15 - What is represented by the E, I, and R in the...Ch. 15 - What are the two types of wires and which is the...Ch. 15 - Define voltage drop.Ch. 15 - Define circuit protection.Ch. 15 - Prob. 5SACh. 15 - What is the difference between voltage and...Ch. 15 - What is an SPST switch?Ch. 15 - Solve the parallel circuit for total circuit...Ch. 15 - Prob. 1TFCh. 15 - True or False? An open switch is one that can flow...
Ch. 15 - Which type of resistor is commonly used in...Ch. 15 - Prob. 2MCCh. 15 - Prob. 3MCCh. 15 - Prob. 4MCCh. 15 - Prob. 5MCCh. 15 - Prob. 1ASRQCh. 15 - Prob. 2ASRQCh. 15 - While discussing the circuit shown in Figure...Ch. 15 - While discussing electrical grounds: Technician A...Ch. 15 - Prob. 5ASRQCh. 15 - Prob. 6ASRQCh. 15 - While discussing copper wire: Technician A says...Ch. 15 - While discussing current flow: Technician A says...Ch. 15 - While discussing voltage Technician A says that...Ch. 15 - While discussing the AWG system: Technician A says...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, mechanical-engineering and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- While measuring the resistance of a wire with an ohmmeter: Technician A says that if low resistance is shown on the meter, the wire is shorted. Technician B says that if no resistance is measured, the wire is shorted. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B d. Neither A nor Barrow_forwardTechnician A labels or marks all electrical wires before disconnecting them. Technician B labels or marks all vacuum hoses and verities the connections to the underhood decal before disconnecting them. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardTrue or False: When troubleshooting a small system, the first step is to attach the high- and low-pressure gauges.arrow_forward
- Technician A uses a testlight to detect resistance. Technician B uses a jumper wire to test circuit breakers, relays, and lights. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardWhile diagnosing the location of a wire-to-wire short: Technician A checks the wiring of the affected circuits for signs of burned insulation and melted conductors. Technician B checks common connectors shared by the two affected circuits. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardTrue or False? A lab scope is a visual voltmeter that shows voltage over a period of time.arrow_forward
- None of the engines gauges works: Technician A tests gauge operation using a scan tool. Technician B begins by checking the fuse and then checks for voltage at the last point common to all the malfunctioning gauges. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardWhile discussing copper wire: Technician A says that if the length of wire is doubled, the resistance between the wire ends is doubled. Technician B says that if the diameter of a wire is doubled, the resistance between the wire ends is doubled. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardAll gauges operate but read lower than normal: Technician A says that the connection to the instrument cluster may be corroded. Technician B says that the cluster s IVR may be open. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forward
- Which of the following tests would not be performed to check for high resistance in the battery' cables? Cranking voltage test Insulated circuit resistance test Starter relay by-pass test Ground circuit resistance testarrow_forwardTrue or False? The same information available in service manuals and bulletins may also be available electronically on DVDs and the Internet.arrow_forwardWhile measuring resistance: Technician A uses an ohmmeter to measure resistance of a component before disconnecting it from the circuit. Technician B uses a voltmeter to measure voltage drop. A circuit with very low resistance will drop zero or very little voltage. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTa...Mechanical EngineeringISBN:9781133612315Author:Jack Erjavec, Rob ThompsonPublisher:Cengage LearningAutomotive TechnologyMechanical EngineeringISBN:9781337794213Author:ERJAVEC, Jack.Publisher:Cengage,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (Mi...Mechanical EngineeringISBN:9781305578296Author:John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein, Bill Whitman, Bill JohnsonPublisher:Cengage Learning
Electrical Transformers and Rotating MachinesMechanical EngineeringISBN:9781305494817Author:Stephen L. HermanPublisher:Cengage Learning
Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTa...
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781133612315
Author:Jack Erjavec, Rob Thompson
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Automotive Technology
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781337794213
Author:ERJAVEC, Jack.
Publisher:Cengage,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (Mi...
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781305578296
Author:John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein, Bill Whitman, Bill Johnson
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Electrical Transformers and Rotating Machines
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781305494817
Author:Stephen L. Herman
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Hydronics Step by Step; Author: Taco Comfort Solutions;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XGNl9kppR8;License: Standard Youtube License