# Mechanical Technology Grade 12 Eastern Cape Mock 2023 QP > Grade 12 Mechanical Technology question paper from the Eastern Cape Mock Exam 2023 (English), 17 pages. 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Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 SEPTEMBER 2023 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY: AUTOMOTIVE MARKS: 200 TIME: 3 hours This question paper consists of 17 pages, including a 1-page formula sheet. ### Page 2 2 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. Write your NAME on the ANSWER BOOK. 2. Read ALL the questions carefully. 3. Answer ALL the questions. 4. Number the questions correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 5. Start EACH question on a NEW page. 6. Show ALL calculations and units. Round off final answers to TWO decimal places. 7. You may use a non-programmable scientific calculators and drawing instruments. 8. The value of gravitational acceleration should be taken as 10 m/s2. 9. All dimensions are in millimetres, unless stated otherwise in the question. 10. A formulae sheet is attached to the question paper. 11. Write neatly and legibly. 12. Use the criteria below to assist you in managing your time management. TIME in QUESTION CONTENT MARKS minutes GENERIC 1 Multiple-choice questions 6 6 2 Safety 10 10 3 Materials 14 14 SPECIFIC 4 Multiple-choice questions 14 10 5 Tools and Equipment 23 20 6 Engines 28 25 7 Forces 32 25 8 Maintenance 23 20 Systems and Control (Automatic 9 18 20 Gearbox) Systems and Control (Axles, Steering 10 32 30 Geometry and Electronics) TOTAL 200 180 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 3 QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (GENERIC) (COMPULSORY) Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (1.1 to 1.6) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.7 A. 1.1 Which of the following options below describes the Labour Relation Act (LRA No. 66 of 1995) in South Africa that protect the people living with HIV/Aids? A All employers must ensure that the workplace is safe, and that employees are not at risk of becoming infected with HIV at work. B Elaborates how everybody has the right to fair labour practice. C Employer cannot simply dismiss an employee who is infected with HIV. D Promotes non-discrimination in the workplace. (1) 1.2 Examination procedure is one of the processes undertaken to determine the type of first aid measures to be administered to an employee who is involved in an accident in a workplace. Identify the option below that best describe this process. A Environmental observation B Visible signs and symptoms C Indicators to diagnosis D All of the above (1) 1.3 The following safety precautions must be followed when handling gas bottles: A All cylinders must be kept in horizontal position B Use completely insulated electrode holders C Never stack cylinders on top of each another D The colour code of an oxygen cylinder is green (1) 1.4 Which ONE of the heat treatment process is used to remove internal strain and brittleness caused by hardening? A Annealing B Case-hardening C Tempering D Normalising (1) 1.5 Which of the following test is used to determine the carbon content of steel? A Sound test B Bend test C Filing test D All of the above (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 4 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) 1.6 Why is it important to clamp a small workpiece securely before drilling operation can be carried out? A To reduce friction B To prevent the drill bit from breaking as well as preventing accident C To keep the cutting tool and workpiece cool D All of the above (1) [6] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 5 QUESTION 2: SAFETY (GENERIC) 2.1 Give THREE safety precautions you must take into consideration before arc welding operation can commence. (3) 2.2 State TWO safety precautions that you must adhere to when you are operating a pedestal drilling machine to drill a hole on a solid square bar. (2) 2.3 What is the maximum thickness of a steel plate that a manual guillotine can accommodate if cutting with it? (1) 2.4 Give TWO advantages of each of the following workshop layouts: 2.4.1 Product layout of machines (2) 2.4.2 Process layout of machines (2) [10] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 6 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) QUESTION 3: MATERIALS (GENERIC) 3.1 State the TWO main purpose of case hardening mild steel. (2) 3.2 Why can high carbon steel not be used for case hardening? (1) 3.3 State THREE factors that determine the hardness of steel during heat treatments of metal. (3) 3.4 List THREE types of quenching mediums. (3) 3.5 What is the purpose of the colour coding marked on engineering materials? (1) 3.6 State the type of test that can be used to obtain the following properties of metals: 3.6.1 Hardness (1) 3.6.2 Carbon content (1) 3.6.3 Ductility (1) 3.7 List the machine that is used for a spark test. (1) [14] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 7 QUESTION 4: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (SPECIFIC) Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (4.1 to 4.14) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 4.15 E. 4.1 What prompts the maintenance department of an automobile company to carry out a compression test on an internal combustion engine of a vehicle? A If the engine is vibrating. B If the engine has lost power C To compare the engine cylinder compression pressure with the manufactural specification. D All of the above. (1) 4.2 Which ONE of the following is a possible sign that there is a leakage in the cylinder of an internal combustion engine when doing cylinder leakage test? A The radiator coolant become pink in colour B Engine oil turns black C Bubbles comes out of the radiator coolant D Engine oil leaks from the crankshaft seal (1) 4.3 What is the possible cause of high carbon monoxide (CO) reading of an exhaust gas from an internal combustion engine? A Dirt or restricted air filter B Vacuum leaks C Too lean air-fuel ratio D All of the above (1) 4.4 When using gas analyser to check the content of an engine exhaust gas, which possible codes denote ‘switch analyser off and then on again’? A 000 B E R8 & E R9 C E R1 D E R2 (1) 4.5 Which component of an SI-engine can possibly cause overheating? A Oil pump B Thermostat C Crankshaft oil seal D Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 8 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) 4.6 The low oil pressure warning light turns on when the oil pressure in the engine galleries is too low. The following factors are the possible causes of this problem. Choose ONE that is not a possible cause. A Worn oil pump B Blocked oil pump pick-up screen in the sump C Too much oil in the sump D Blocked or restricted oil filter (1) 4.7 Calculate the torque applied to lock a bolt on a cylinder head using a torque wrench with a length of 600 mm when a force of 120 N is applied. A 480 Nm B 720 Nm C 72 Nm D 72000 Nm (1) 4.8 Identify the type of engine cylinder configuration shown in FIGURE 4.8 below. FIGURE 4.8 A In-line engine B V-engine C Horizontally opposed engine D W-engine (1) 4.9 An engine has a clearance volume of 59 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10 : 1. Calculate the swept volume. A 767 cm3 B 295 cm3 C 495 cm3 D 531 cm3 (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 9 4.10 Which ONE of the following options is a function of an optical alignment tool? A It is used to read kingpin inclination. B It is used to determine the correct castor. C It is used to check the toe-in and toe-out of a vehicle. D It used to carry out dynamic wheel balancing. (1) 4.11 Which term describes the condition when the driver of a turbo charged vehicle feels a delay between pressing the accelerator pedal and feeling the kick-in? A Torque speed B Lag C Boost D Stall speed (1) 4.12 What type of alignment is displayed in FIGURE 4.12 below? FIGURE 4.12 A Positive castor B Negative castor C Positive chamber D Negative chamber (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 10 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) 4.13 How does the wheel alignment shown in FIGURE 4.13 below affect the wear of tyre? FIGURE 4.13 A Wear excessively from the outside B Wears uniformly C Wear excessively from the inside D All of the above. (1) 4.14 Which ONE of the following is the purpose of an oil pump in a three-speed automatic gearbox? A To drive the plates of both clutches to rotate with the turbine. B To regulate the speed of the sun gear. C To activate the smooth transfer of power. D To control the break band and the multi-disc clutches. (1) [14] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 11 QUESTION 5: TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (SPECIFIC) 5.1 Give TWO safety precautions you must adhere to when using an emission gas analyser. (2) 5.2 What is the purpose of a diagnostic scanner? (2) 5.3 Briefly explain the set-up procedure of a diagnostic scanner on an engine. (3) 5.4 What is the main purpose of the following wheel alignment equipment? 5.4.1 Bubble gauge (2) 5.4.2 Turntable (2) 5.5 In point forms, briefly describe the procedure to read kingpin inclination (KPI) in degrees on the right-hand side. (9) 5.6 Briefly explain the purpose of a wheel balancer. (2) 5.7 What is the advantage of using card-type compression tester? (1) [23] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 12 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) QUESTION 6: ENGINES (SPECIFIC) 6.1 Name TWO main functions of a crankshaft in an engine that enables it to set the engine in motion? (2) 6.2 A crankshaft is subjected to vibrations as the engine is running or idling. Give TWO reasons responsible for these vibrations. (2) 6.3 Give FOUR built-in features applicable in improving engine balance. (4) 6.4 Name TWO factors that determine the firing order of an engine. (2) 6.5 In points form, briefly explain the procedure to follow in determining the firing order of an engine if no specifications given. (5) 6.6 The diagram in FIGURE 6.6 below shows an additional engine component that supports engine combustion. Answer the questions that follow. FIGURE 6.6 6.6.1 Identify the engine component in FIGURE 6.6 above. (1) 6.6.2 Label the parts A–F. (6) 6.6.3 What is the function of part C? (1) 6.6.4 What is the function of part F? (1) 6.6.5 What is the purpose of installing the component shown in FIGURE 6.6 above in an engine. (2) 6.6.6 What do you understand by the term boost in relation, of the FIGURE 6.6 above, to an engine? (2) [28] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 13 QUESTION 7: FORCES (SPECIFIC) 7.1 Briefly explain the following terms in the cylinder of an internal combustion engine. 7.1.1 Swept volume (2) 7.1.2 Clearance volume (2) 7.1.3 Compression ratio (2) 7.1.4 Mechanical efficiency (2) 7.2 Briefly explain any FOUR methods used in raising the compression ratio of an engine. (4) 7.3 Calculate the compression ratio of an engine with a bore of 86 mm and a stroke of 82 mm if the combustion chamber volume is 56 cm3. (6) 7.4 The following data was recorded during a test carried out on a four-stroke four- cylinder petrol engine: Mean effective pressure on the piston: 1 200 kPa Stroke length: 80 mm Cylinder bore: 96 Revolutions per minute: 4 800 rpm Torque: 260 Nm @ 3 600 rpm Number of cylinders: 4 Calculate the following: 7.4.1 Indicated power in kW (8) 7.4.2 The brake power in kW (4) 7.4.3 Mechanical efficiency (2) [32] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 14 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) QUESTION 8: MAINTENANCE (SPECIFIC) 8.1 State THREE different types of gases coming out of an exhaust system that are analysed. (3) 8.2 Briefly explain TWO corrective measures that need to be carried out when there are high oxygen readings from an exhaust system. (2) 8.3 After a cylinder leakage test has been conducted on an internal combustion engine, the results indicated high percentage leakage in the cylinders. Three possible faults were detected. State the faults in each of the following cases: 8.3.1 Hissing sound from the exhaust manifold (1) 8.3.2 Hissing sound from the dipstick (1) 8.4 Name the FOUR manufacturer’s specifications that are needed when doing a fuel pressure test. (4) 8.5 State THREE possible causes of low fuel pressure readings. (3) 8.6 When an oil pressure test was done on two different cars that have similar engine capacity of 1.2 L TSi (turbo spark injection), the following faults were discovered: • Oil pressure was too low in the first car engine • Oil pressure was far higher than the specification in the second car engine 8.6.1 Give TWO possible causes of the problem in the first car engine. (2) 8.6.2 Give TWO possible solutions required to resolve the problem in the second car engine. (2) 8.7 Why must cooling system pressure testing be done? (1) 8.8 In point form, briefly explain the procedure to follow when doing a radiator cap pressure test. (4) [23] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 15 QUESTION 9: SYSTEMS AND CONTROL (AUTOMATIC GEARBOX) (SPECIFIC) 9.1 What is the purpose of installing an automatic transmission on modern vehicles? (2) 9.2 Give TWO advantages of automatic transmission. (2) 9.3 In point forms explain the operation of the double epicyclic gear train in low gear. (5) FIGURE 9.4 below shows a double epicyclic drive train in low gear. FIGURE 9.4 9.4 Label parts A–E. (5) 9.5 Give TWO methods of cooling the oil in an automatic transmission. (2) 9.6 What is the function of hydraulic piston in automatic transmission? (2) [18] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 16 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) QUESTION 10: SYSTEMS AND CONTROL (AXLES, STEERING GEOMETRY AND ELECTRONICS) (SPECIFIC) 10.1 What is the function of a steering mechanism? (2) 10.2 State TWO properties that a good steering mechanism must have. (2) 10.3 Use a neat sketch to explain the difference between toe-in and toe-out. (4) 10.4 Give THREE advantages of positive camber alignment. (3) 10.5 Briefly explain the purpose of the following alignment incorporation: 10.5.1 King pin inclination (2) 10.5.2 Ackermann principle (2) 10.6 Pre-check on a wheel must be carried out before balancing can be done. Give any THREE possible conditions that are expected to be checked. (3) 10.7 What is the purpose of a catalytic converter? (2) 10.8 Give TWO requirements for a catalytic converter to function effectively. (2) 10.9 Briefly explain the function of the following components of a vehicle engine alternator: 10.9.1 Diode (2) 10.9.2 Heat sink (2) 10.9.3 Voltage regulator (2) 10.10 What is the function of a fuel pump in a 4-stroke SI-engine? (2) 10.11 Give TWO advantages of an electronic fuel pump over a mechanical driven fuel pump. (2) [32] TOTAL: 200 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 17 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2023) MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) 17 FORMULA SHEET FOR MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (AUTOMOTIVE) Force = m x a where m = mass a = acceleration Work = force x distance (F x d) force x distance Power = time Torque = force x radius Indicated power = P x L x A x N x n where P = mean effective pressure L = length of stroke A = area of piston crown N = number of power strokes per second n = number of cylinders Brake power = 2𝜋 N x T where N = revolutions per second T = torque Brake power (Prony brake) = F x 2 x 𝜋 x R x N where F = force R = length of brake arm N = revolutions per second brake power Mechanical efficiency = x 100 indicated power swept volume + clearance volume Compression ration = clearance volume 𝜋 x D2 𝜋 x D2 where swept volume = xL clearance volume = xI 4 4 where L = length of stroke where D = diameter of bore D = diameter of bore I = clearance product of the number of teeth of the driven gears Gear ration = product of the number of teeth of the driver gears Copyright reserved Please turn over ## Related documents - [MECH TECH GR12 MEMO SEPT2023 Welding English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mech-tech-gr12-memo-sept2023-welding-english/b7ba3c6c-9153-4d83-8be0-0df7c4a69ab1) — Mechanical Technology · Memo · 2023 · Eng - [MECHANICAL TECH (Auto) GR12 MEMO SEPT2023 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mechanical-tech-auto-gr12-memo-sept2023-english/dfc975c1-e179-4741-8d4f-e3b20c744c7e) — Mechanical Technology · Memo · 2023 · Eng - [MEC TECH GR12 MEMO SEPT2023 Fitting English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mec-tech-gr12-memo-sept2023-fitting-english/48945e78-f50a-4241-bab7-b94b61c60f49) — Mechanical Technology · Memo · 2023 · Eng - [MECH TECH GR12 QP SEPT 2020 Welding English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mech-tech-gr12-qp-sept-2020-welding-english/fb1b7d42-462f-47a9-b370-31ff67b36f87) — Mechanical Technology · QP · 2020 · Eng - [MECH TECH GR12 QP SEPT 2020 Auto English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mech-tech-gr12-qp-sept-2020-auto-english/5a5fe226-4c82-4735-bd84-25a08bed5162) — Mechanical Technology · QP · 2020 · Eng - [MECH TECH GR12 MEMO SEPT 2020 Auto English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mech-tech-gr12-memo-sept-2020-auto-english/9066fed3-db75-4436-9ea3-0a432f99cc0b) — Mechanical Technology · Memo · 2020 · Eng ## More from Grade 12 Mechanical Technology - [Gr 12 Weld Met ATP 2023-24](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/gr-12-weld-met-atp-2023-24/8ecc8de5-c625-4611-9b94-1f3fd325e05d) — ATP - [MECH TECH MEMO GR12 SEPT Fitting English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mech-tech-memo-gr12-sept-fitting-english/6c8e4f19-8a49-43c9-a4af-dbf620595837) — Memo · 2024 · Eng - [Mechanical Technology Nov 2024 (Fitting and Machining) MG Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mechanical-technology-nov-2024-fitting-and-machining-mg-eng/ed5ab6d3-088f-425c-ade8-86186a031594) — Memo · 2024 · Eng - [Mechanical Technology May-June 2023 (Automotive) Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mechanical-technology-may-june-2023-automotive-afr/8d31d25d-e192-4aa9-b448-efab233391a1) — QP · 2023 · Afr - [Mechanical Technology May-June 2023 (Fitting & Machining) Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mechanical-technology-may-june-2023-fitting-machining-afr/13f8ed56-a4ef-4858-8d10-2d07c992e826) — QP · 2023 · Afr - [Mechanical Technology May-June 2023 (Welding & Metalwork) Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/mechanical-technology-may-june-2023-welding-metalwork-eng/c6bfa7b8-3601-4a11-9be4-55ee65e4011f) — QP · 2023 · Eng ## Collection - [Grade 12 past papers](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/past-papers) --- Hlayiso: free CAPS and IEB past papers, memos, notes and study guides for South African learners. 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