Master Engine Management Systems: Enhance Automotive Performance and Emissions

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of an engine management system in modern vehicles?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring tire pressure for safety and fuel efficiency

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Managing air-fuel ratio for combustion optimization

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Adjusting ignition timing for optimal engine performance and emissions control

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Regulating idle speed for stable engine operation

Question 2

Which of the following tasks is NOT carried out by an Engine Management System (EMS)?

Accepted Answer

Calculating the driver's desired throttle position

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Controlling ignition timing

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Monitoring engine speed and load

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Adjusting fuel injection quantity

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a knock sensor in an EMS?

Accepted Answer

Detect engine knocking and adjust ignition timing accordingly

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Monitor engine speed and adjust fuel flow

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Measure exhaust gas temperature and adjust air-fuel mixture

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Control starter motor operation

Question 4

Which type of sensor in an EMS accurately measures the amount of air entering the engine?

Accepted Answer

Mass air flow sensor

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Throttle position sensor

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Oxygen sensor

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Coolant temperature sensor

Question 5

What is the primary function of an oxygen sensor in an EMS?

Accepted Answer

Monitor air-fuel ratio in exhaust gas

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Measure exhaust gas temperature

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Detect harmful emissions

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Control catalytic converter operation

Question 6

Which option is NOT a type of fuel injection system used in modern engines?

Accepted Answer

Carburetor

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Port fuel injection

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Direct fuel injection

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Throttle body injection

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of a camshaft position sensor in an EMS?

Accepted Answer

Determine camshaft position relative to crankshaft

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Measure engine speed and adjust fuel flow

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Detect engine knocking and adjust ignition timing

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Control intake and exhaust valve operation

Question 8

Which EMS component calculates and adjusts ignition timing?

Accepted Answer

Ignition control module

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Fuel injector

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Air flow sensor

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Knock sensor

Question 9

What is the primary function of an electronic throttle control (ETC) system in an EMS?

Accepted Answer

Electronically control air intake

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Adjust fuel injection based on engine load

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Monitor exhaust gas temperature and adjust ignition timing

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Detect engine knocking and adjust valve timing

Question 10

Which diagnostic tool is commonly used for communication with an EMS?

Accepted Answer

Scan tool

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Multimeter

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Pressure gauge

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Timing light

Question 11

Which sensor directly measures the position of the engine's crankshaft?

Accepted Answer

Crankshaft position sensor

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Camshaft position sensor

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Throttle position sensor

Question 12

What is the primary responsibility of an Engine Management System (EMS)?

Accepted Answer

Control ignition timing and fuel injection

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Monitor engine emissions

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Diagnose engine problems

Question 13

Which of the following ignition timing methods is not directly controlled by the EMS?

Accepted Answer

Static timing

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Variable timing

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Dynamic timing

Question 14

What is the primary purpose of an oxygen sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Measure the oxygen content of the exhaust gas

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Detect engine misfires

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Control the air-fuel ratio

Question 15

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of variable valve timing?

Accepted Answer

Increased engine complexity

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Improved fuel efficiency

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Increased torque at low RPM

Question 16

What is the fundamental difference between open-loop and closed-loop engine management?

Accepted Answer

Closed-loop uses sensor feedback, while open-loop does not.

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Open-loop uses sensor feedback, while closed-loop does not.

Question 17

What is the primary function of an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve?

Accepted Answer

Reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions

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To improve fuel economy

Question 18

In a port fuel injection (PFI) system, when during the intake cycle is fuel injected into the engine?

Accepted Answer

During the intake stroke

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During the compression stroke

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During the power stroke

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During the exhaust stroke

Question 19

Which component is not directly involved in the operation of an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Anti-lock brake control module

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Camshaft position sensor

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Exhaust gas oxygen sensor

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Throttle position sensor

Question 20

Which sensor provides data for Closed-Loop Fuel Control?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen Sensor

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Coolant Temperature Sensor

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MAP Sensor

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Throttle Position Sensor

Question 21

What is the primary function of the Electronic Control Module (ECM)?

Accepted Answer

Controls all aspects of engine operation

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Provides data to the driver

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Adjusts fuel pressure

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Monitors engine performance

Question 22

What is the function of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor?

Accepted Answer

Measures the amount of air entering the engine

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Detects oxygen levels in the exhaust

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Adjusts ignition timing

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Controls fuel injection duration

Question 23

Which of the following is a common symptom of a faulty oxygen sensor?

Accepted Answer

Reduced fuel efficiency

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Increased power output

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No noticeable symptoms

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Improved emissions

Question 24

What is the role of the Knock Sensor in engine management?

Accepted Answer

Detects engine knock and adjusts ignition timing

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Monitors engine temperature

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Controls exhaust gas recirculation

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Measures air-fuel ratio

Question 25

What is the purpose of the Crankshaft Position Sensor?

Accepted Answer

Determines engine speed and piston position

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Measures air flow into the engine

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Detects the presence of knock

Question 26

Which of the following components in an engine management system controls the precise amount of fuel injected into the engine?

Accepted Answer

Fuel injector

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Spark plug

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Throttle position sensor

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of a knock sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Detect and mitigate engine knocking by adjusting ignition timing.

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Measure engine rpm

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Monitor exhaust gas temperature

Question 28

Which sensor in an engine management system provides information about the position of the intake camshaft?

Accepted Answer

Camshaft position sensor

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Throttle position sensor

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Oxygen sensor

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Crankshaft position sensor

Question 29

What is a significant advantage of using a closed-loop engine control system?

Accepted Answer

Continuous feedback and correction based on real-time sensor data.

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Lower cost compared to open-loop systems

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Reduced maintenance requirements

Question 30

Which diagnostic tool is commonly used to troubleshoot engine management systems?

Accepted Answer

Scan tool

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Compression tester

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Multimeter

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Timing light

Question 31

What is the main purpose of a catalytic converter in an engine's exhaust system?

Accepted Answer

Reduce harmful emissions

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Increase fuel efficiency

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Boost engine power

Question 32

Which of the following is a potential symptom of a faulty oxygen sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Increased fuel consumption

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Frequent stalling

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Engine knocking

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Intermittent backfiring

Question 33

What is the overarching goal of engine management system calibration?

Accepted Answer

Optimize engine performance and minimize emissions

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Extend engine life

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Reduce maintenance expenses

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Enhance fuel economy

Question 34

What is the primary function of the Oxygen Sensor (O2 sensor) in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

To measure the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gases and provide feedback to the ECM for adjustment of fuel mixture richness or leanness.

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To monitor engine coolant temperature to prevent overheating.

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To control the opening and closing of the throttle valve.

Question 35

A vehicle is experiencing rough idle and hesitation during acceleration. The engine control module (ECM) is showing a code indicating a faulty Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. What is the most likely cause of the problem?

Accepted Answer

The MAF sensor is providing inaccurate data on air intake, causing the ECM to calculate incorrect fuel injection duration.

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The spark plugs are worn out and misfiring.

Question 36

What is the purpose of the Knock Sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

To detect abnormal combustion (engine knock) and provide feedback to the ECM for adjustment of ignition timing to prevent engine damage.

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To monitor engine oil pressure and trigger a warning light if low.

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To control the speed of the electric cooling fan.

Question 37

A technician is diagnosing a vehicle with a misfire at idle. The engine control module (ECM) shows a code indicating a faulty throttle position sensor. How does a faulty throttle position sensor cause a misfire at idle?

Accepted Answer

The ECM relies on the throttle position sensor to adjust idle speed. A faulty sensor can provide incorrect data, leading to inaccurate idle speed settings and misfires.

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A faulty throttle position sensor directly controls ignition timing, causing the spark to occur at the wrong time.

Question 38

What is the main function of the EGR valve in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

To recirculate exhaust gases back into the combustion chamber to reduce NOx emissions by lowering combustion temperatures.

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To regulate the amount of air entering the engine.

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To control the opening and closing of the intake manifold runner flaps.

Question 39

An engine management system is designed to be self-regulating and adapt to changing conditions. What is this ability called?

Accepted Answer

Closed-loop control

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Electronic throttle control

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Open-loop control

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Adaptive cruise control

Question 40

What is the purpose of a fuel pressure regulator in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

To maintain a stable fuel pressure within the fuel rail, ensuring proper fuel delivery to the injectors and preventing over-fueling or under-fueling.

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To control the opening and closing of the fuel injectors.

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a typical function of an engine control module (ECM)?

Accepted Answer

Control the transmission shifting.

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Adjust ignition timing

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Control fuel injection

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Monitor engine sensors

Question 42

A technician is using a scan tool to analyze engine data. The scan tool shows that the engine is running lean. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The air-fuel mixture is too lean (too much air, not enough fuel), which can lead to increased engine temperature and reduced power.

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The air-fuel mixture is too rich (too much fuel, not enough air).

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The engine is overheating.

Question 43

Which of the following sensors provides the Engine Control Unit (ECU) with information about the oxygen content in the exhaust gas?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor)

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Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF)

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Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)

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Knock Sensor

Question 44

What is the main function of the ECU in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Control and optimize engine parameters for improved performance, fuel efficiency, and emission reduction.

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Regulate fuel flow only.

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Generate spark for ignition.

Question 45

How does the ECU adjust ignition timing to optimize combustion while reducing emissions?

Accepted Answer

By advancing or retarding the spark timing based on data from multiple sensors and engine operating conditions.

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By altering the duration of fuel injection only.

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By controlling only the amount of air entering the engine.

Question 46

What is the primary purpose of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system?

Accepted Answer

Reduce NOx emissions by recirculating a controlled amount of exhaust gas back into the intake manifold.

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Enhance engine performance by increasing combustion pressure.

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Increase engine load to improve fuel efficiency.

Question 47

Which of the following components is NOT under direct control of the ECU?

Accepted Answer

Starter Motor

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Ignition Coils

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Fuel Injectors

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EGR Valve

Question 48

What is meant by a 'lean' condition in engine management?

Accepted Answer

A condition where the air-to-fuel ratio has more air than the stoichiometric ratio.

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A condition where the engine is running at low RPM.

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A condition where the air-to-fuel ratio has more fuel than the stoichiometric ratio.

Question 49

What is the main benefit of employing a knock sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Monitor engine operation and detect the occurrence of harmful engine knocking.

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Provide accurate information about engine speed and position.

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Control fuel injection timing only.

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Regulate exhaust gas recirculation only.

Question 50

What is the primary function of an oxygen sensor in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Measure the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gases

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Regulate the coolant temperature

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Monitor the engine oil pressure

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Control the fuel pump pressure

Question 51

A knock sensor detects:

Accepted Answer

Detonation or pre-ignition in the combustion chamber

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Engine speed and load

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Airflow into the engine

Question 52

Which of the following components is NOT directly controlled by the engine control unit (ECU)?

Accepted Answer

Transmission gear selection

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Fuel injector pulse width

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Ignition timing

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Variable valve timing

Question 53

A closed-loop engine management system uses feedback from sensors to:

Accepted Answer

Adjust engine parameters to maintain optimal operation

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Monitor the battery voltage

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Control the speed of the engine

Question 54

What is the main purpose of the throttle position sensor (TPS)?

Accepted Answer

Inform the ECU of the throttle valve position

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Monitor the fuel pressure

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Adjust the air conditioning system

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Control the idle speed of the engine

Question 55

How does an engine control unit (ECU) typically adjust ignition timing?

Accepted Answer

By controlling the spark plug firing time

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Altering the fuel injection timing

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Modifying the valve lift

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Changing the engine speed

Question 56

A malfunctioning mass airflow sensor (MAF) can lead to:

Accepted Answer

Incorrect air-fuel mixture and potential engine performance issues

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Overheating of the engine

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Increased fuel economy

Question 57

What is the primary role of the catalytic converter in an engine management system?

Accepted Answer

Reduce harmful emissions from the exhaust gases

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Increase engine power

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Improve fuel efficiency

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Regulate engine temperature

Question 58

In a typical engine management system, how does the ECU determine the appropriate fuel-air mixture?

Accepted Answer

By analyzing data from sensors like the MAF and oxygen sensor

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By measuring the engine speed

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By relying on a predetermined fixed ratio

Question 59

Which of these is NOT a common diagnostic tool used to analyze engine management systems?

Accepted Answer

Oscilloscope

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Multimeter

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Data logger

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Scan tool