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Which technician correctly states the recommended practice for driving after tire mounting?
Which technician correctly states the recommended practice for driving after tire mounting?
What is a potential risk when accelerating hard with newly mounted tires?
What is a potential risk when accelerating hard with newly mounted tires?
Is it advisable to align the round sticker of a tire with the valve core during mounting?
Is it advisable to align the round sticker of a tire with the valve core during mounting?
What is one recommendation to follow after mounting new tires?
What is one recommendation to follow after mounting new tires?
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What could happen if the recommended driving speed after mounting tires is exceeded?
What could happen if the recommended driving speed after mounting tires is exceeded?
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What consequence can occur from a tire being lower than the specified inflation pressure?
What consequence can occur from a tire being lower than the specified inflation pressure?
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At what pressure should the TPMS light activate for a tire with a recommended pressure of 32 PSI?
At what pressure should the TPMS light activate for a tire with a recommended pressure of 32 PSI?
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Where should the left front wheel be placed when using the modified X-method of tire rotation on a front wheel drive vehicle?
Where should the left front wheel be placed when using the modified X-method of tire rotation on a front wheel drive vehicle?
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Which technician is correct about checking tire runout to find the cause of high speed vibration?
Which technician is correct about checking tire runout to find the cause of high speed vibration?
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Which of the following is NOT involved in tire replacement?
Which of the following is NOT involved in tire replacement?
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For optimal tire life, how often do most vehicle manufacturers recommend tire rotation?
For optimal tire life, how often do most vehicle manufacturers recommend tire rotation?
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What is the most likely cause of excessive wear on both edges of a tire?
What is the most likely cause of excessive wear on both edges of a tire?
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Which statement is true about compressed nitrogen versus compressed air for tire inflation?
Which statement is true about compressed nitrogen versus compressed air for tire inflation?
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What is the maximum amount of balance weight recommended to be added to a wheel/tire assembly?
What is the maximum amount of balance weight recommended to be added to a wheel/tire assembly?
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Which technician is correct regarding tire vibration at highway speeds?
Which technician is correct regarding tire vibration at highway speeds?
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What is the false statement about tire vibrations?
What is the false statement about tire vibrations?
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When should lug nuts be re-torqued after installing new aluminum wheels?
When should lug nuts be re-torqued after installing new aluminum wheels?
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Which lubricant is recommended when mounting a tire?
Which lubricant is recommended when mounting a tire?
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If a vibration is felt in the steering wheel above 45 MPH, what is usually the problem?
If a vibration is felt in the steering wheel above 45 MPH, what is usually the problem?
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What should a technician do if a tire has a nail in the shoulder area?
What should a technician do if a tire has a nail in the shoulder area?
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What is the maximum psi when seating a bead of a tire?
What is the maximum psi when seating a bead of a tire?
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Which technician is correct regarding the recommended method of tire rotation?
Which technician is correct regarding the recommended method of tire rotation?
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Which technician is correct regarding the repair of a damaged bead?
Which technician is correct regarding the repair of a damaged bead?
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What does the aspect ratio of a tire indicate?
What does the aspect ratio of a tire indicate?
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What component does the tire pressure sensor send a signal to?
What component does the tire pressure sensor send a signal to?
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What is the type of valve core used in stem-mounted sensors?
What is the type of valve core used in stem-mounted sensors?
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What does a flashing TPMS warning lamp indicate?
What does a flashing TPMS warning lamp indicate?
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Which valve stem is specifically designed for use with a TPMS sensor?
Which valve stem is specifically designed for use with a TPMS sensor?
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On a General Motors vehicle, which wheel is programmed first during sensor programming?
On a General Motors vehicle, which wheel is programmed first during sensor programming?
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What is the proper instrument used to measure wheel runout?
What is the proper instrument used to measure wheel runout?
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Where can proper tire inflation pressure information typically be found?
Where can proper tire inflation pressure information typically be found?
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In a tire labeled 215/60R x 15 92T, what does the 'T' signify?
In a tire labeled 215/60R x 15 92T, what does the 'T' signify?
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What type of offset do front-wheel drive vehicles typically have?
What type of offset do front-wheel drive vehicles typically have?
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In a tire labeled 215/60R x 15 92T, what does the '92' indicate?
In a tire labeled 215/60R x 15 92T, what does the '92' indicate?
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What characteristic does a space-saving spare tire usually have?
What characteristic does a space-saving spare tire usually have?
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When changing replacement tires, what is the maximum width change allowed from the original size?
When changing replacement tires, what is the maximum width change allowed from the original size?
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What is the term used for a tire after it has been assembled by a tire building machine?
What is the term used for a tire after it has been assembled by a tire building machine?
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What is located just beneath the tread of a radial tire?
What is located just beneath the tread of a radial tire?
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At what speed can hydroplaning occur?
At what speed can hydroplaning occur?
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What does it indicate if the center section of a wheel is outward from the wheel center line?
What does it indicate if the center section of a wheel is outward from the wheel center line?
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What type of tire valve is commonly used in all tires?
What type of tire valve is commonly used in all tires?
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What can a defective tire cause?
What can a defective tire cause?
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Which technician correctly states the importance of grooves in tire tread?
Which technician correctly states the importance of grooves in tire tread?
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Which of these is included in the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)?
Which of these is included in the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)?
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What does the DOT tire code indicate?
What does the DOT tire code indicate?
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Should all tires sold for passenger vehicles be approved by the DOT?
Should all tires sold for passenger vehicles be approved by the DOT?
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What precaution should a driver take if their vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires?
What precaution should a driver take if their vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires?
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What is the primary purpose of the load index marked on a tire?
What is the primary purpose of the load index marked on a tire?
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What condition is referred to as 'radial tire pull'?
What condition is referred to as 'radial tire pull'?
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Which of the following components is NOT part of the UTQG system?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the UTQG system?
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What tool is specifically used to register a TPMS transmitter ID?
What tool is specifically used to register a TPMS transmitter ID?
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What information should be checked to determine proper tire inflation pressure?
What information should be checked to determine proper tire inflation pressure?
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Which technician accurately describes the difference in meaning between backspacing and offset?
Which technician accurately describes the difference in meaning between backspacing and offset?
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When a direct pressure sensor is stopped, what mode does it enter?
When a direct pressure sensor is stopped, what mode does it enter?
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Which action does the 'delta pressure method' specifically involve?
Which action does the 'delta pressure method' specifically involve?
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What feature helps identify a TPMS valve-type sensor in the tire/wheel assembly?
What feature helps identify a TPMS valve-type sensor in the tire/wheel assembly?
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What frequency is typically used for TPMS transmission?
What frequency is typically used for TPMS transmission?
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Which of the following is NOT a valid option for replacing a TPMS sensor?
Which of the following is NOT a valid option for replacing a TPMS sensor?
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Under the FMVSS 138 law, what percentage drop in tire inflation pressure must trigger a warning to the driver?
Under the FMVSS 138 law, what percentage drop in tire inflation pressure must trigger a warning to the driver?
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Technician A states that sensor types using a band are indirect reading TPMS. Technician B states that valve-stem-type systems are direct reading TPMS. Who is correct?
Technician A states that sensor types using a band are indirect reading TPMS. Technician B states that valve-stem-type systems are direct reading TPMS. Who is correct?
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What is one method to activate or learn a direct pressure sensor?
What is one method to activate or learn a direct pressure sensor?
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What is the overall purpose of a TPMS system?
What is the overall purpose of a TPMS system?
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When did the requirement for all vehicles sold in the United States to include a TPMS begin?
When did the requirement for all vehicles sold in the United States to include a TPMS begin?
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Study Notes
Tire and Wheel Information
- A tire with lower than specified inflation pressure increases the chances of roadside faults or accidents
- Reduced tire life and reduced fuel economy are also possible.
- A tire has a recommended pressure of 26 PSI.
- The TPMS should light the lamp when the pressure in this tire reaches 32 PSI.
- When seating a bead of a tire, the measurement is 40 psi.
- Technician A says that it is recommended that the vehicle be driven less than 50 mph for the first 50 miles to allow the tire to adhere to the wheel.
- Sudden hard acceleration with newly mounted tires can cause the tire to change position on the wheel.
- It's best to mount a tire with the round sticker aligned with the valve core.
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Test your knowledge on the recommended practices for driving after tire mounting. This quiz covers key points such as risks associated with new tires, proper mounting techniques, and post-mounting recommendations. Check how well you understand the essential safety measures to follow with newly mounted tires.