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Task

Exam Section

Number of Questions

A- Performs Common Occupational Skills

 

8

Task A-1

Performs safety-related functions

2

Task A-2

Uses and maintains tools and equipment

3

Task A-3

Performs routine trade activities

2

Task A-4

Uses communication and mentoring techniques

1

B — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Engines and Supporting Systems

 

21

Task B-5

Base engines

3

Task B-6

Lubrication systems

2

Task B-7

Intake systems

2

Task B-8

Exhaust systems

3

Task B-9

Engine management systems

4

Task B-10

Fuel delivery systems

3

Task B-11

Engine retarder systems

2

Task B-12

Cooling systems

2

C — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Air Systems and Brake Systems

 

17

Task C-13

Air systems

9

Task C-14

Brake systems

8

D — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Electrical and Electronic Systems

 

22

Task D-15

Battery systems

3

Task D-16

Charging systems

4

Task D-17

Spark ignition systems

2

Task D-18

Starting systems

4

Task D-19

Electrical components and accessories

5

Task D-20

Vehicle management systems and electronic components

4

E — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Drive Trains

 

17

Task E-21

Clutches

2

Task E-22

Manual transmissions and transfer cases

3

Task E-23

Automatic transmissions

2

Task E-24

Automated transmissions

4

Task E-25

Driveline systems

2

Task E-26

Drive axle assemblies

3

Task E-27

Drive train retarders

1

F — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Steering, Chassis/Frames, Suspensions, Tires, Wheels and Hubs

 

18

Task F-28

Steering systems

5

Task F-29

Chassis/frames

2

Task F-30

Suspensions

4

Task F-31

Hitches and couplers

3

Task F-32

Tires, wheels and hubs

4

G —   Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Cabs

Section Total

5

Task G-33

Interior cab components

3

Task G-34

Exterior cab components

2

H — Trailers

Section Total

8

Task H-35

Trailer components and accessories

5

Task H-36

Heating and refrigeration systems

3

I — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Climate Control Systems

 

7

Task I-37

Heating and ventilation systems

3

Task I-38

Air conditioning systems

4

J — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Hydraulic Systems

 

8

Task J-39

Hydraulic systems

8

K — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (EV)

 

4

Task K-40

Hybrid vehicles

2

Task K-41

Electric vehicles (EV)

2

 

TOTAL EXAM

135

 

 Task

Exam Section

Questions

A — Common Occupational Skills

 

10

Task A-1

Safety-Related Functions

3

Task A-2

Tools and Equipment

4

Task A-3

Routine Work Practices

3

Task A-4

Communication and Mentoring Techniques

0

B — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Engines and Supporting Systems

 

20

Task B-5

Base Engines

3

Task B-6

Lubrication Systems

2

Task B-7

Intake Systems

2

Task B-8

Exhaust Systems

2

Task B-9

Engine Management Systems

3

Task B-10

Fuel Systems

3

Task B-11

Emission Control Systems

3

Task B-12

Cooling Systems

2

C — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Steering, Suspension, Brake and Undercarriage Systems, and Wheel Assemblies

 

16

Task C-13

Steering Systems

4

Task C-14

Suspension Systems

3

Task C-15

Brake Systems

4

Task C-16

Undercarriage Systems

3

Task C-17

Wheel Assemblies

2

D — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Electrical and Electronic Systems

 

25

Task D-18

Charging Systems

5

Task D-19

Starting Systems

4

Task D-20

Batteries

4

Task D-21

Electrical Components

6

Task D-22

Equipment Management Systems and Electronic Components

6

E — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Drivetrain Systems

 

17

Task E-23

Clutches, Torque Converters, Fluid Couplers and Hydraulic Retarders

2

Task E-24

Powershift Transmissions

3

Task E-25

Manual Transmissions and Transfer Cases

2

Task E-26

Hydrostatic Drives

2

Task E-27

Drivelines

2

Task E-28

Drive Axles and Differentials

3

Task E-29

Final Drive Systems

3

F — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Environmental Control Systems

 

9

Task F-30

Heating Systems

3

Task F-31

Ventilation Systems

2

Task F-32

Air Conditioning Systems

3

Task F-33

Sound Suppression Systems

1

G — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Hydraulic, Hydrostatic and Pneumatic Systems

 

25

Task G-34

Hydraulic Systems

11

Task G-35

Hydrostatic Systems

9

Task G-36

Pneumatic Systems

5

H — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Structural Components, Operator Stations, Attachments and Accessories

 

9

Task H-37

Structural Components

3

Task H-38

Operator Station Components

3

Task H-39

Attachments and Accessories

3

I — Services, Diagnoses and Repairs Hybrid and All-Electric Equipment

 

4

Task I-40

Hybrid Equipment

2

Task I-41

All-Electric Equipment

2

Total

Exam Questions

135

Slide 1

A vehicle’s engine is the source of its power. Although diesel-fuel-powered engines come in a wide variety of sizes, models, and design, the basic operating principles of all engines are the same. Almost all freight-hauling trucks (and most other heavy-duty vehicles) contain four-stroke, diesel-fuel-burning engines.

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