Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Jack Erjavec, Rob Thompson
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 14, Problem 8ASRQ
While performing a cooling system service on a hybrid vehicle; Technician A says it may be necessary to disconnect the electric water pump. Technician B says it may be necessary to disable the high-voltage system before servicing the engine. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B
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Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTap Course List)
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