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Car Parts Quiz: How Many of These Integral Car Parts Can You Name?

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Last updated 15 Nov 2021 · 22 min play time

Do you know all the car parts that make up your engine and automobile? Are you a mechanic or a DIY expert who knows their way around the local Pick-n-Pull? If you think you can name all the integral automobile parts that make up a vehicle, then don’t waste any time, and take this car parts quiz!

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Are you a master mechanic or just a humble DIYer who understands the intricacies of an engine and the purpose for all car parts? Do you need to take your truck into the shop, or do you hoof it down to the local Pick-n-Pull, so you don’t have to pay extra for labor? If you know your way around your automobile and trust that you know every integral part of your machine, from the door locks to the sway bar, then try your luck on this auto parts quiz.

The parts of a car have evolved a lot since the inception of the automobile in the late 1800s. However, a true expert knows the pieces and tools that made those cars innovative as well as how the changes have created more opportunity for automobile parts today.

True, the first cars were perfected and invented in Germany and France, with the first being the Benz Patent Motor Car. However, it didn’t take long for the United States to join the show with Henry Ford’s 1908 Model T and the invention of the production line. These great innovative nations gave birth to the automobile and the car parts that operate them.

While some people know some variation of these integral car part names, not everyone is aware of the mechanical names. What is your familiarity with these elements? Are you someone who can name a car part just based on the symptoms of an engine issue, or are you more of a part picker, who has an engine full of doohickeys and thingamabobs?

If you are confident that you know all the car parts names, then maybe this car parts quiz is for you. However, if you don’t know all the names, maybe it's not, or maybe it’s just a fun way to pass the time and blow off some steam. Whatever the case, have fun and enjoy the quiz.

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Question 1

Can you name the car part known as a silencer in British English?

A

Axle
B

Driveshaft
C

Sway Bar
D

Muffler

Question 2

These mechanical or hydraulic devices help to convert kinetic energy into to another source of energy that can be dissipated easily for the benefit of the driver.

A

Shock Absorbers
B

Tailgate
C

Wheels
D

Bumper

Question 3

What is the device that pressurizes hydraulic fluid to help with steering?

A

Camshaft
B

Drive Train
C

Sway Bar
D

Power Steering Pump

Question 4

These are the moving components within cylinders, and they are made gas-tight by the inclusion of rings. What are they?

A

Gaskets
B

Pistons
C

Lobes
D

Valves

Question 5

What car part sits between the engine block and cylinders, creating a tight seal?

A

Engine Clamp
B

Head Gasket
C

Exhaust Gasket
D

Intake Control Sensor

Question 6

One of the three critical components of a car's charging system, this device works in tandem with the battery to generate power for many electrical components. What is it?

A

Ammeter
B

Crankshaft
C

Alternator
D

Voltage Regulator

Question 7

What are the critical elements of a spark ignition system that deliver an electric current from the ignition system to the combustion chamber?

A

Pistons
B

Spark Plugs
C

Coils
D

Valves

Question 8

Can you name the exhaust emission control device that reduces the amount of toxic gases and pollutants released by your vehicle's engine?

A

Ammeter
B

Oxygen Sensor
C

Catalytic Converter
D

Exhaust Gasket

Question 9

What is the engine component that supplies the fuel/air mixture to the cylinders?

A

Exhaust Manifold
B

Intake Manifold
C

Catalytic Converter
D

Radiator

Question 10

This component compresses refrigerant and diverts it to your vehicle's air condenser.

A

Oxygen Sensor
B

AC Compressor
C

Thermal Converter
D

Thermostat

Question 11

The main purpose of these devices is to seal the combustion chamber and improve heat transfer to the cylinder wall. What are they?

A

Intake Manifold Gaskets
B

Exhaust Gaskets
C

Piston Rings
D

Temperature Sensors

Question 12

Can you name the mechanical device used in your vehicle that was originally designed to store rotational energy?

A

Flywheel
B

Driveshaft
C

Crankshaft
D

Axle

Question 13

Name the device that is part of the suspension and is used to reduce body roll during fast cornering.

A

Driveshaft
B

Axle
C

Steering Column
D

Sway Bar

Question 14

This critical engine component can be electric, hydraulic or pneumatic and is used to initiate the engine's operation by instigating rotation.

A

Ammeter
B

Driveshaft
C

Transmission
D

Starter Motor

Question 15

Can you name the mechanical component responsible for transmitting rotation and torque through various components along the drive train?

A

Steering Shaft
B

Camshaft
C

Driveshaft
D

Manifold Shaft

Question 16

This type of axle is typically found in front wheel drive vehicles, and it allows power to remain consistent even through turns. What is it?

A

Brake Rotor
B

Ball Joints
C

Calipers
D

CV Shafts

Question 17

Name the device that was created to measure the exhaust-gas concentration of oxygen for cars?

A

Oxygen Sensor
B

Transmission
C

Exhaust Manifold
D

Tachometer

Question 18

These critical components ensure that your transmission and engine are secured to the subframe of your vehicle. What are they?

A

Motor Clamps
B

Motor Mounts
C

Transmission Braces
D

Engine Brackets

Question 19

What is the auto part that helps engine cooling operations by reducing the heat caused by circulating coolant around an engine block?

A

Radiator
B

Water Pump
C

Thermal Converter
D

Axial Fan

Question 20

What is the device that sits between the radiator and the engine, regulating the flow of coolant to the engine?

A

Temperature Gauge
B

Water Pump
C

Thermostat
D

Intake Manifold

Question 21

This microprocessor runs diagnostic checks and processes information to determine when to release braking pressure, avoiding skidding and lock-up.

A

ABS Control Module
B

Engine Control Unit
C

Catalytic Converter
D

Camshaft Position Sensor

Question 22

The purpose of this item is to seal the exhaust to the cylinder head, ensuring that exhaust flows through the catalytic converter. What is the item?

A

Muffler
B

Cylinder Head Brackets
C

Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
D

Exhaust Mounts

Question 23

The job of this integral car part is to create friction with the rotors, and it does so by fitting over the rotors like a clamp.

A

Rotor
B

ABS Control
C

Brake Caliper
D

Brake Disc

Question 24

What is the name of these pivotal joints that connect a vehicle's wheels to its suspension system?

A

Auxiliary
B

Wheel Joints
C

Ball Joints
D

Axle Joints

Question 25

This device is used to create a rotation out of the up and down motion of the pistons, and its use creates a smoother running engine.

A

Distributor
B

Knock Sensor
C

Crankshaft
D

Camshaft

Question 26

These critical components are the vertical supports for a vehicle's window area. They are also designated alphabetically, which makes reference easier in emergency situations.

A

Arms
B

Pillars
C

Camshaft
D

Valance

Question 27

Name the device that measures the rate of air entering a fuel-injected internal combustion engine.

A

Intake Manifold Gaskets
B

Mass Air Flow Sensor
C

Oxygen Sensor
D

Ammeter

Question 28

This device circulates fluid through a running engine and is operated by a belt connected to the crankshaft. Can you name it?

A

Water Pump
B

Radiator
C

Intake Pump
D

Fuel Pump

Question 29

While this term is often used to describe the decorative elements of a car's dashboard, it was actually adopted to describe the soft plastic materials used on the header panel.

A

Headlamps
B

Bumper
C

Grille
D

Fascia

Question 30

This car component is located between the two wheel wells, and is the lowest body panel. What is it?

A

Fender
B

Pillar
C

Front Clip
D

Rocker Panel

Question 31

This device is made up of lobes that open and close the intake and exhaust valves, while syncing the timing with the pistons.

A

Camshaft
B

Crankshaft
C

Cowl
D

Valve Lift

Question 32

This sensor helps the ABS control module determine wheel rotation to prevent sliding and skidding.

A

Wheel Speed Sensor
B

Tire Balance Sensor
C

Steering Rack Sensor
D

Pressure Gauge

Question 33

This integral car part is typically welded on to the area between the rear door and the truck, wrapping around the wheel well.

A

Unibody
B

Bumper
C

Quarter Panel
D

Fender

Question 34

What is the name of the brake system component that the brake pads clamp down on to slow and stop the vehicle?

A

Head Gasket
B

Brake Rotor
C

Rims
D

Brake Caliper

Question 35

What is the name of the device that utilizes gears and gear trains to provide torque conversions and speed from a rotating source?

A

Prop Shaft
B

Transmission
C

Clutch
D

Driveshaft

Question 36

Originally used to improve air movement over race and sports car, it has become a popular choice for some passenger vehicles. What is the name of this component?

A

Spoiler
B

Roof Rack
C

Vent Hood
D

Rear Wing

Question 37

Though its main purpose is to supply power to the starter, what is the name of the device that supplies an electrical current to the motor?

A

Ignition Distributor
B

Alternator
C

Catalytic Converter
D

Battery

Question 38

What is the device responsible for transforming a car battery's low voltage into the necessary voltage required to create the spark that ignites the fuel?

A

Ignition Switch
B

Ignition Coil
C

Ignition Module
D

Ignition Distributor

Question 39

This device can be electrical or mechanical and ensures that the fuel pressure is within the appropriate range for optimal engine operation.

A

Catalytic Converter
B

Pressure Sensor
C

Head Gasket
D

Fuel Pump

Question 40

Can you name this piece of equipment that is vital to the operations of your engine's electrical components? It controls a series of actuators by reading values and using multidimensional performance maps, or lookup tables.

A

Engine Control Unit
B

Catalytic Converter
C

ABS Control Module
D

Ignition Module

Question 41

This device measures rate of turn and wheel position, and it is a critical element of the electronic stability control of your vehicle. What is it?

A

Wheel Speed Sensor
B

Camshaft Module
C

Driveshaft Sensor
D

Steering Angle Sensor

Question 42

Name the device that is used to determine if your battery and alternator are working together properly.

A

Altimeter
B

Temperature Gauge
C

Ammeter
D

Catalytic Converter

Question 43

What is the device responsible for activating all the main electrical components of a vehicle, including accessories?

A

ECU
B

Starter
C

Transmission
D

Ignition Switch

Question 44

What is the name of the device that is responsible for transferring the rotational power of the engine to the wheels?

A

Axle
B

Driveshaft
C

Clutch
D

Flywheel

Question 45

These critical engine components help optimize your car's engine by determining manifold intake air pressure and barometric air pressure. Can you name the components?

A

Oxygen Sensors
B

Exhaust Gauges
C

Temperature Sensors
D

Pressure Sensors

Question 46

This device is mounted to the inside of your vehicle door, and it includes a motor, cable and gears, and linkage, contributing to the anti-theft system.

A

Knock Sensor
B

Strut Bearing
C

Door Window Regulator
D

Door Lock Actuator

Question 47

This sensor supplies information about the opening and closing of intake and exhaust valves to the engine control module, which computes ignition timing. What is the name of this sensor?

A

Camshaft Position Sensor
B

Mass Air Flow Sensor
C

Crankshaft Sensor
D

Fuel Pump Sensor

Question 48

This sensor is used to regulate the coolant and engine temperature, and it sends information to the engine control system to make necessary adjustment. What is the name of the sensor?

A

Heat Sensor
B

Thermostat Sensor
C

Coolant Intake
D

Temperature Sensor

Question 49

What is the car part that belongs to the rack-and-pinion system, located parallel to the front axle that moves right or left with the steering wheel?

A

Axle
B

Lower Control Arm
C

Steering Rack
D

Steering Column

Question 50

These car parts are critical to the suspension system and the type of ride you experience in your car because they manage the up and down motion of your tires.