Quiz 14: Passenger Compartment Service

Interior trim includes the upholstery as well as the plastic panels, covers, and moldings that fit over the pillars, headers, rockers, and other unattractive parts in the passenger compartment.

A fixed roll bar uses an automatic mechanism to raise the roll bar when electronic sensors detect a rollover accident.

A seat can be damaged by the inertia of its occupant, by side impact intrusion into the passenger compartment, or by blood stains.

A bench seat is a single seat for one person.

The seat back is a mechanical slide mechanism that allows the seat to be adjusted forward or rearward.

A recliner adjuster is a sleeve that accepts the headrest post and mounts in the seat back.

Hog rings and clips normally stretch and hold the seat cover over the seat frame and padding.

Carpeting must often be removed during major structural repairs that involve welding in or next to the passenger compartment.

The headliner assembly is a cloth or vinyl cover over the inside of the roof in the passenger compartment.

Plugs and grommets are used in floor pans, dash panels, and trunk floors of a vehicle to keep out dust and water from the interior.

The ____ includes the dash panel or cover, instrument cluster, heating and air-conditioning vents, stereo, and related parts. A) seat assembly B) dash assembly C) interior trim D) instrument cluster

The ____ fits in the dash assembly and normally contains the warning and indicator lights, gauges, and speedometer head. A) seat assembly B) dash assembly C) interior trim D) instrument cluster

The ____ includes the seat tracks, seat cushions, headrests, trim pieces, and sometimes power seat accessories. A) seat assembly B) dash assembly C) interior trim D) instrument cluster

The ____ is a cloth or vinyl cover for the inside of the roof panel. A) seat assembly B) dash assembly C) headliner assembly D) instrument cluster

The term MOST-Likely used to describe a woven fabric cover, often with a sound-deadening backer, that fits over the floor panels is: A) drip molding B) carpeting C) a console D) a dash panel

____ fit over the upper section of the A-, B-, and C-pillars. A) Dash panels B) Door trim panels C) Sill plates D) Pillar trim panels

The ____ fits between the A-pillars, or windshield pillars, to hold the instrument cluster, air-conditioning system vents, passenger side air bag, glove box door, stereo, and other items. A) dash panel B) door trim panel C) sill plate D) pillar trim

____ are padded trim pieces that fit over the door frames. A) Dash panels B) Door trim panels C) Sill plates D) Pillar trims

____ cover the rocker panels and hold the edges of the carpeting. A) Dash panels B) Door trim panels C) Sill plates D) Pillar trims

All of the following are components of a front seat EXCEPT: A) a headrest B) a recliner adjuster C) seat tracks D) a roll bar

Which of the following is LEAST-Likely a component of a roll bar? A) wind deflector B) retainer C) headrest D) cover

All of the following are included in the dash assembly EXCEPT: A) soft dash pad B) instrument cluster C) vents D) trim pieces

Many sport vehicles use a ____ between the bucket seats to house the gear shift mechanism, electrical controls, a console lid and compartment, and other items. A) console B) clip C) pin D) bolt

____ are evident when moisture or rain enters the passenger compartment and collects on the carpeting. A) Oil leaks B) Instrument clusters C) Water leaks D) Air leaks

____ normally cause a whistling or hissing noise in the passenger compartment while the car is being driven. A) Oil leaks B) Instrument clusters C) Water leaks D) Air leaks

____ are annoying, high-frequency swishing sounds heard when the vehicle is being driven. A) Water leaks B) Wind noises C) Waist moldings D) Air leaks

While having a discussion, Technician A says that if the source of a noise leak is the weatherstrip, then you should align the door glass.Technician B says that the problem can be solved by repairing the contact surface.Who is correct? A) A only B) B only C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B

The tool that uses a high-frequency sending unit and a receiver unit to find openings or leaks between parts is MOST-Likely: A) the sill plate B) the roll bar C) the electronic stethoscope D) the electronic leak detector

While having a discussion, Technician A says that simple leaks can often be located by moving a strong light source around the outside of the vehicle while an observer remains inside.Technician B says that this method is useful only if the leakage course is in a straight path.Who is correct? A) A only B) B only C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true? A) Rattles and squeaks are normally caused by improper weatherstripping. B) Vehicle windshields and rear windows often develop water leaks that can be repaired without removing the glass. C) Weatherstripping usually fits over a pinch weld flange or inside a channel. D) Doors and windows are sealed against wind and water with rubber gaskets called weatherstripping.

_________________________ includes the upholstery as well as the plastic panels, covers, and moldings that fit over the pillars, headers, rockers, and other unattractive parts in the passenger compartment.

The _________________________ assembly uses a long steel shaft to transfer steering wheel rotation to the steering gear assembly.

____________________ surrounds door openings to prevent air and water leakage around the doors.

A(n) ____________________ is a steel framework designed to protect people in a vehicle with a convertible roof during a rollover accident.

_________________________ are case-hardened cap screws that secure the seat track to the floor structure.

What are the steps involved in installing a seat with spring clips?

How would you service an instrument cluster?

How would you clean the drain hose of an air-conditioning system?

List five methods used to locate air and water leaks.

What are some possible causes of wind noise?