ASE CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE
bSpark plugs are being replaced on a v6 engine. Which of the following should be performed before
removing the boot? - Twist the boot 1/2 a turn
Technician A days that a positive crankcase ventilation (pvc) system reduces vehicle emissions. Tech B
says that a pvc system helps increase crankcase pressure. Who is correct? - Tech A
Tech A says that secondary ignition wires should be inspected when replacing spark plugs. Tech B says
that if a new spark plug is dropped it can be used as long as the gap doesn't change. Who is correct? -
Tech A
Incorrect valve timing could be caused by... - Incorrect timing belt position
When measuring parallelism of a disc brake rotor, A technician measures 0.002" variation beyond the
specification. The next step is to? - Determine the minimum rotor machine to thickness
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 to test air bag system components. Who is correct?
- Tech A only
A vehicles battery prematurely fails. A charging system output test shows the alternator is producing a
constant 16.0 volts. This could indicate a failed... - Voltage regulator
A dirty cabin air filter can cause... - A musty smelling cabin
Define the term stroke - Distance the piston travels from TDC (top dead center) to BDC (bottom dead
center)
A vehicle is being checked for power steering leaks Technician A says that leaks can develop in the fitting
hoses and seals, Technician B says that the steering components should be observed for leaks while a
helper turns the steering wheel from side to side. Who is right? - Both
Brake fluid must meet minimum standards set by... - Department of traffic (DOT)
A flexible rubber brake line is being inspected.
Technician A says small blisters in the rubber are acceptable if they are not leaking.
Technician B says that small cracks in the rubber require replacement of the hose.
Who is correct? - Technician B only
A technician is preforming a service on a vehicle there is a risk of splashing liquid. Technician A says that
regular safety glasses with side shields will work. Tech B says that goggles combined with a face shield
will provide adequate protection. Who is correct? - Tech B
bSpark plugs are being replaced on a v6 engine. Which of the following should be performed before
removing the boot? - Twist the boot 1/2 a turn
Technician A days that a positive crankcase ventilation (pvc) system reduces vehicle emissions. Tech B
says that a pvc system helps increase crankcase pressure. Who is correct? - Tech A
Tech A says that secondary ignition wires should be inspected when replacing spark plugs. Tech B says
that if a new spark plug is dropped it can be used as long as the gap doesn't change. Who is correct? -
Tech A
Incorrect valve timing could be caused by... - Incorrect timing belt position
When measuring parallelism of a disc brake rotor, A technician measures 0.002" variation beyond the
specification. The next step is to? - Determine the minimum rotor machine to thickness
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 to test air bag system components. Who is correct?
- Tech A only
A vehicles battery prematurely fails. A charging system output test shows the alternator is producing a
constant 16.0 volts. This could indicate a failed... - Voltage regulator
A dirty cabin air filter can cause... - A musty smelling cabin
Define the term stroke - Distance the piston travels from TDC (top dead center) to BDC (bottom dead
center)
A vehicle is being checked for power steering leaks Technician A says that leaks can develop in the fitting
hoses and seals, Technician B says that the steering components should be observed for leaks while a
helper turns the steering wheel from side to side. Who is right? - Both
Brake fluid must meet minimum standards set by... - Department of traffic (DOT)
A flexible rubber brake line is being inspected.
Technician A says small blisters in the rubber are acceptable if they are not leaking.
Technician B says that small cracks in the rubber require replacement of the hose.
Who is correct? - Technician B only
A technician is preforming a service on a vehicle there is a risk of splashing liquid. Technician A says that
regular safety glasses with side shields will work. Tech B says that goggles combined with a face shield
will provide adequate protection. Who is correct? - Tech B
