ASE MLR Certification Test Guide Solution Graded A+.

Both A and B - correct answer Technician observes that the brake fluid level is at the "Min" mark in the master cylinder reservoir. Tech A says that worn front pads could be the cause. Tech B says that a leak in the brake hydraulic system could be the cause. Who is right? A only - correct answer The tires of a vehicle are being rotated and balanced. Tech A says that the wheel weight retaining clips must be matched to the rim profile. Tech B says that directional tires are rotated in a criss-cross pattern. Who is right? Safely exit the building - correct answer When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to do is warn others in the area, and: 300 amps for 15 seconds - correct answer A fully charged battery rated at 600 CCA, the ambient temperature is 70 degrees which of these current and time periods should be used? B only - correct answer A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Technician A says the glass part of the bulb can only be handled with bare hands. Technician B says the headlamp may need to be removed. Who is right? 0.728 - correct answer On a Metric Micrometer upper sleeve reading 5.0mm with lower sleeve reading 0.50mm and a thimble reading of 0.01mm what is the overall reading? A only - correct answer The fuel filter on a fuel-injected vehicle is being replaced. Tech A says the fuel pressure should be relieved before removing the filter. Tech B says that the arrow on the fuel filter should point towards the fuel tank. Who is right? The brake pedal feels low and spongy - correct answer Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system? Anaerobic - correct answer Which of these cures in the absence of air? Fluid contaminated brake linings - correct answer A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT: Visually verify that the oil filter gasket is properly installed - correct answer When performing an oil filter change on a vehicle with a spin on oil filter, the technician must: Voltage regulation - correct answer A vehicle's battery prematurely fails. A charging system output test shows the generator (alternator) is producing a constant 16.0 volts. This could indicate a failed: Seal should be lubricated with transmission fluid - correct answer A transmission equipped with a filter is being serviced. When installing the new filter, the: Both A and B - correct answer While inspecting the rear axle wheel studs on a rear-wheel drive vehicle, the technician observed that one stud is damaged. Technician A says that all the wheel studs on the hub assembly should be replaced. Technician B says that the thread pitch and diameter of the replacement stud must be the same as the original. Who is right? Neither A nor B - correct answer The three C's (concern, cause, and correction) are being reviewed on the repair order. Technician A says that the customer's statement that the steering wheel shakes is the "correction". Technician B says that a customer's statement about a puddle on the floor of the customer's garage is the "cause". Pump the brake pedal until firm - correct answer A technician installs new brake pads on the front of a vehicle. Before the vehicle is removed from the lift the technician should: Determine rotor minimum "machine to" thickness - correct answer When measuring parallelism of a disc brake rotor, a technician measures 0.002" variation beyond specifications. The next step is to: Both A and B - correct answer Technician A says that overfilling an automatic transmission can cause the transmission to leak. Technician B says that under filling an automatic transmission can cause shifting problems. Who is right? Water in the lubricant - correct answer While checking the fluid level in the front differential of a four-wheel drive vehicle, the lubricant is found to be milky and overfull. Which of these could be the cause? A restricted cabin filter - correct answer The customer's concern is low airflow from the dash vent. This could be the cause by: Excessive run out in the wheel - correct answer A customer states that the left front tire loses air. Any of these could be the cause EXCEPT: OSHA - correct answer Which of these agencies enforces commercial workplace safety and environmental health regulations? A only - correct answer Technician A says that rosin-core solder should be used when soldering electrical connections. Technician B says that a crimp and shrink connector can be used when repairing electrical wiring. Who is right? A only - correct answer Both front wheels are to be removed from a vehicle. Technician A says that if a floor jack is to be used to raise the vehicles, the vehicle should be supported with jack stands. Technician B says that if an electric lift is to be used to raise the vehicle, jack stands should be placed at the four corners of the vehicle. Who is right? A only - correct answer Technician A says that disconnecting the negative battery cable may be required to disable the air bag system. Technician B says that a self-powered test light can be used to test air bag system components. Who is right? A only - correct answer Technician A says that disconnecting the negative battery cable may be required to disable the airbag system. Technician B says that a self-powered test light can be used to test air bag system components. Who is right? Replace the high-pressure hose - correct answer While inspecting a vehicle's power steering system, the technician observes a fluid leak coming from the high-pressure hose crimp connection. To repair the leak the technician should: Air in the cooling system - correct answer After a coolant thermostat replacement, the engine overheats. This could be caused by: The spark plugs threads should be started using a ratchet - correct answer Spark plugs are being replaced on a vehicle. Any of the following may be true EXCEPT: Department of Transportation (DOT) - correct answer Brake fluid must meet minimum standards that are required by the: A only - correct answer Technician A says that excessive play of the inner tie rod indicates that the inner tie rod must be replaced. Technician B says that a torn bellows boot on the rack and pinion indicates that the outer tie rod end must be replaced. Who is right? The same gauge size as the wiring it is protecting - correct answer A fusible link should be: A only - correct answer A floating front brake caliper is being replaced. Technician A says that after installation, the brake hose to caliper fitting should be checked for leaks. Technician B says that both caliper pins should be lubricated with DOT 4 brake fluid. Who is right? A only - correct answer