ASE Automatic Transmissions Study
Exam 2025 Questions and Answers
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.
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,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
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, 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
An automatic transaxle loses pressure as it shifts from first to second gear. Technician A says this
could be caused by the clutch piston seal. Technician B says this could be caused by a stuck servo.
Who is correct?
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Exam 2025 Questions and Answers
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.
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,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
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, 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
An automatic transaxle loses pressure as it shifts from first to second gear. Technician A says this
could be caused by the clutch piston seal. Technician B says this could be caused by a stuck servo.
Who is correct?
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