ASE A5 PRACTICE TEST - ASE A5 BRAKES TEST
PREP - TEST PREP 1 QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2026
The inner brake pad of a disc brake assembly has worn more than the outer. Which of the followi
ng is LEAST to cause this uneven wear?
A. Aerated brake fluid.
B. Brake pad misalignment.
C. Sticking caliper slide pins.
D. Sticking caliper piston. - CORRECT ANSWER -Aerated brake fluid.
The red brake warning light on the instrument panel of a vehicle with four-
wheel disc brakes remains illuminated at all times. Technician A says the red brake warning light in
dicates a faulty wheel speed sensor. Technician B says to inspect the hydraulic system for leaks. W
ho is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B - CORRECT ANSWER -Technician B
The right brake light is inoperative when the brake pedal is depressed. All the other lights function
properly. Which of the following should be inspected when diagnosing this circuit?
A. The right rear bulb socket.
B. The right rear bulb.
C. The brake light fuse.
D. Both A and B - CORRECT ANSWER -Both A and B
The brake pad manufacturer recommends performing a burnishing procedure after installing the pa
ds. Technician A says this is accomplished by repeating several high-
speed stops. Technician B says this process includes light application of the brake pedal and a brief
cool-down period between stops. Who is correct?
A. Technician A
PREP - TEST PREP 1 QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2026
The inner brake pad of a disc brake assembly has worn more than the outer. Which of the followi
ng is LEAST to cause this uneven wear?
A. Aerated brake fluid.
B. Brake pad misalignment.
C. Sticking caliper slide pins.
D. Sticking caliper piston. - CORRECT ANSWER -Aerated brake fluid.
The red brake warning light on the instrument panel of a vehicle with four-
wheel disc brakes remains illuminated at all times. Technician A says the red brake warning light in
dicates a faulty wheel speed sensor. Technician B says to inspect the hydraulic system for leaks. W
ho is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B - CORRECT ANSWER -Technician B
The right brake light is inoperative when the brake pedal is depressed. All the other lights function
properly. Which of the following should be inspected when diagnosing this circuit?
A. The right rear bulb socket.
B. The right rear bulb.
C. The brake light fuse.
D. Both A and B - CORRECT ANSWER -Both A and B
The brake pad manufacturer recommends performing a burnishing procedure after installing the pa
ds. Technician A says this is accomplished by repeating several high-
speed stops. Technician B says this process includes light application of the brake pedal and a brief
cool-down period between stops. Who is correct?
A. Technician A
