ASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
STUDY SET QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH SOLUTIONS 2024
After a long drive red fluid is seen on the transmission case and under the chassis of a vehicle. Technician
A says this can be caused by fluid aeration. Technician B says this could be caused by engine overheating.
Who is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A or B - ANSWER C. Both A and B
The MIL is illuminated and the transmission only operates in third and reverse gears. Which of the
following is the MOST likely cause of this condition?
A. Adaptive learning.
B. High line pressure.
C. Low line pressure.
D. Limp-in mode. - ANSWER D. Limp-in mode.
Which of the following affects a transmission's shift points in relation to vehicle speed?
A. The throttle valve.
B. The governor.
C. Both of these.
D. Neither of these. - ANSWER B. The governor
While testing the TCM of an electronic automatic transmission the technician should use at least a:
, A. 1 Megohm tester.
B. 5 Megohm tester.
C. 10 Megohm tester.
D. 20 Megohm tester. - ANSWER C. 10 Megohm tester.
An automatic transaxle slips only while turning corners. Which of the following has caused this
condition?
A. Worn Band
B. Torque Converter Clutch
C. Low Fluid Level
D. Planetary Gearset - ANSWER C. Low Fluid Level
Refer to the chart above. Which gear ratio best represents overdrive?
A. 4.027:1
B. 0.852:1
C. 3.064:1
D. None of these. - ANSWER Answer B is correct. This ratio (0.852:1) represents overdrive
A final drive assembly has been replaced. Technician A says to use an inch pound torque wrench to check
for proper pinion preload. Technician B says to use a dial indicator to check the ring gear's backlash. Who
is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A or B - ANSWER C. Both A and B
STUDY SET QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH SOLUTIONS 2024
After a long drive red fluid is seen on the transmission case and under the chassis of a vehicle. Technician
A says this can be caused by fluid aeration. Technician B says this could be caused by engine overheating.
Who is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A or B - ANSWER C. Both A and B
The MIL is illuminated and the transmission only operates in third and reverse gears. Which of the
following is the MOST likely cause of this condition?
A. Adaptive learning.
B. High line pressure.
C. Low line pressure.
D. Limp-in mode. - ANSWER D. Limp-in mode.
Which of the following affects a transmission's shift points in relation to vehicle speed?
A. The throttle valve.
B. The governor.
C. Both of these.
D. Neither of these. - ANSWER B. The governor
While testing the TCM of an electronic automatic transmission the technician should use at least a:
, A. 1 Megohm tester.
B. 5 Megohm tester.
C. 10 Megohm tester.
D. 20 Megohm tester. - ANSWER C. 10 Megohm tester.
An automatic transaxle slips only while turning corners. Which of the following has caused this
condition?
A. Worn Band
B. Torque Converter Clutch
C. Low Fluid Level
D. Planetary Gearset - ANSWER C. Low Fluid Level
Refer to the chart above. Which gear ratio best represents overdrive?
A. 4.027:1
B. 0.852:1
C. 3.064:1
D. None of these. - ANSWER Answer B is correct. This ratio (0.852:1) represents overdrive
A final drive assembly has been replaced. Technician A says to use an inch pound torque wrench to check
for proper pinion preload. Technician B says to use a dial indicator to check the ring gear's backlash. Who
is correct?
A. Technician A
B. Technician B
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A or B - ANSWER C. Both A and B
