ASE MLR FADA Practice Questions with Correct Answers Latest Update 2025/2026
Tech 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? (1) - Answers Both A and B (1)
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 the directional tires are
rotated in a criss-cross pattern. Who is right? (2) - Answers Tech A (2)
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to do is warn others in the
area, and: - Answers Safely exit the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600CCA, the ambient temperature is 70 degrees. What method
should be used to diagnose? Which of these current in time periods should be used? - Answers
150A for 30 seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Tech A says that the glass portion of
the bulb can be handled with bare hands. Tech B says the headlamp assembly may need to be
removed to replace the bulb. (5) - Answers B only (5)
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? (7) - Answers Tech A (7)
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system? - Answers The brake pedal
feels low and spongy
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT: - Answers Fluid
contaminated brake linings
When performing an oil filter change on a vehicle with a spin on oil filter, the tech must: -
Answers Visually verify that the oil filter gasket is properly installed
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: - Answers Voltage
Regulator
A transmission equipped with a filter is being serviced. When installing the new filter, the: -
Answers Seal should be lubricated with transmission fluid
While inspecting the rear axle wheel studs on a rear-wheel drive vehicle, the tech observed that
one stud is damaged. Tech A says that all the wheel studs on the hub assembly should be
replaced. Tech B says that the thread pitch and diameter of the replacement stud must be the
, same as the original. Who is right? (14) - Answers Both A and B (14)
The three C's are being reviewed on the repair order. Tech A says that the customer's statement
that the steering wheel shakes is the correction. Tech B says that a customer's statement about
a puddle on the floor of the customer's garage is the cause. (15) - Answers Neither A or B (15)
A tech installs new brake pads on the front of a vehicle. Before the vehicle is removed from the
lift the tech should: - Answers Pump the brake pedal until firm
Tech A says that overfilling an automatic transmission can cause the transmission to leak. Tech
B says that under filling an automatic transmission can cause shifting problems. (18) - Answers
Both A and B (18)
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? - Answers Water in the
lubricant
The customer's concern is low airflow from the dash vent. This could be the cause by: -
Answers A restricted cabin filter
Which of these agencies enforces commercial workplace safety and environmental health
regulations? - Answers OSHA
Both front wheels are to be removed from a vehicle. Tech A says that if a floor jack is to be used
to raise the vehicles. the vehicle should be supported with Jack Stands. Tech 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. (24) - Answers Tech A (24)
Tech A says that disconnecting the negative battery cable may be required to disable the air bag
system. Tech B says that a self-powered test light can be used the test air bag system
components. Who is right? (25) - Answers Tech A (25)
While inspecting a vehicle's power steering system, the tech observes a fluid leak coming from
the high-pressure hose crimp connection. To repair the leak the tech should: - Answers Replace
the high-pressure hose
After a coolant thermostat replacement, the engine overheats. This could be caused by: -
Answers Air in the cooling system
Brake fluid must meet minimum standards that are required by the: - Answers Department of
Transportation
Tech A says that excessive play of the inner tie rod indicated that the inner tie rod must be
replaced. Tech B says that a torn bellows boot on the rack and pinion indicates that the outer tie
road end must be replaced. Who is right? (30) - Answers Tech A (30)
Tech 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? (1) - Answers Both A and B (1)
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 the directional tires are
rotated in a criss-cross pattern. Who is right? (2) - Answers Tech A (2)
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to do is warn others in the
area, and: - Answers Safely exit the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600CCA, the ambient temperature is 70 degrees. What method
should be used to diagnose? Which of these current in time periods should be used? - Answers
150A for 30 seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Tech A says that the glass portion of
the bulb can be handled with bare hands. Tech B says the headlamp assembly may need to be
removed to replace the bulb. (5) - Answers B only (5)
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? (7) - Answers Tech A (7)
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system? - Answers The brake pedal
feels low and spongy
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT: - Answers Fluid
contaminated brake linings
When performing an oil filter change on a vehicle with a spin on oil filter, the tech must: -
Answers Visually verify that the oil filter gasket is properly installed
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: - Answers Voltage
Regulator
A transmission equipped with a filter is being serviced. When installing the new filter, the: -
Answers Seal should be lubricated with transmission fluid
While inspecting the rear axle wheel studs on a rear-wheel drive vehicle, the tech observed that
one stud is damaged. Tech A says that all the wheel studs on the hub assembly should be
replaced. Tech B says that the thread pitch and diameter of the replacement stud must be the
, same as the original. Who is right? (14) - Answers Both A and B (14)
The three C's are being reviewed on the repair order. Tech A says that the customer's statement
that the steering wheel shakes is the correction. Tech B says that a customer's statement about
a puddle on the floor of the customer's garage is the cause. (15) - Answers Neither A or B (15)
A tech installs new brake pads on the front of a vehicle. Before the vehicle is removed from the
lift the tech should: - Answers Pump the brake pedal until firm
Tech A says that overfilling an automatic transmission can cause the transmission to leak. Tech
B says that under filling an automatic transmission can cause shifting problems. (18) - Answers
Both A and B (18)
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? - Answers Water in the
lubricant
The customer's concern is low airflow from the dash vent. This could be the cause by: -
Answers A restricted cabin filter
Which of these agencies enforces commercial workplace safety and environmental health
regulations? - Answers OSHA
Both front wheels are to be removed from a vehicle. Tech A says that if a floor jack is to be used
to raise the vehicles. the vehicle should be supported with Jack Stands. Tech 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. (24) - Answers Tech A (24)
Tech A says that disconnecting the negative battery cable may be required to disable the air bag
system. Tech B says that a self-powered test light can be used the test air bag system
components. Who is right? (25) - Answers Tech A (25)
While inspecting a vehicle's power steering system, the tech observes a fluid leak coming from
the high-pressure hose crimp connection. To repair the leak the tech should: - Answers Replace
the high-pressure hose
After a coolant thermostat replacement, the engine overheats. This could be caused by: -
Answers Air in the cooling system
Brake fluid must meet minimum standards that are required by the: - Answers Department of
Transportation
Tech A says that excessive play of the inner tie rod indicated that the inner tie rod must be
replaced. Tech B says that a torn bellows boot on the rack and pinion indicates that the outer tie
road end must be replaced. Who is right? (30) - Answers Tech A (30)
