ASE T8 TEST |ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
With a cold engine, the coolant level in the radiator is too low, but the coolant level in the
recovery tank is at the HOT mark. There have been no complaints of the engine
overheating. Which of these could be the cause of the low coolant level in the radiator?
(A) A failed radiator cap
(B) A stuck-closed engine coolant thermostat
(C) A stuck-open engine coolant thermostat
(D) An incorrect coolant-to-water mixture ratio
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Question 2
Which of these should a PMI technician do to properly obtain an engine oil sample?
(A) After removing the oil filter, pour some oil from the oil filter into a sample bottle.
(B) Dip the sample bottle into the oil after it has drained into a catch pan.
(C) After removing the drain plug, immediately catch some oil into a sample bottle.
(D) After removing the drain plug, allow some oil to drain before obtaining an oil sample.
CORRECT ANSWER
D
Question 3
1
, During a visual inspection, oil is observed around the shaft area of a viscous-type fan
clutch. This could be caused by:
(A) an overheated engine.
(B) a failed viscous clutch bearing.
(C) a failed fan controller.
(D) a broken bi-metal spring on the clutch.
CORRECT ANSWER
B
Question 4
During a PM inspection, the technician observes black streaks/residue at the end of the
charge air cooler hoses on the pipe between the cooler and the intake. Which of these
could be the cause?
(A) A stuck-closed EGR valve
(B) A stuck-open EGR valve
(C) Loose hose clamps
(D) A leaking exhaust manifold gasket
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 5
During a PMI, the technician finds excessive oil residue in the engine compartment. When
the engine is started, it is discovered that the engine has too much crankcase pressure.
Which of these could be the cause?
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ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
With a cold engine, the coolant level in the radiator is too low, but the coolant level in the
recovery tank is at the HOT mark. There have been no complaints of the engine
overheating. Which of these could be the cause of the low coolant level in the radiator?
(A) A failed radiator cap
(B) A stuck-closed engine coolant thermostat
(C) A stuck-open engine coolant thermostat
(D) An incorrect coolant-to-water mixture ratio
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Question 2
Which of these should a PMI technician do to properly obtain an engine oil sample?
(A) After removing the oil filter, pour some oil from the oil filter into a sample bottle.
(B) Dip the sample bottle into the oil after it has drained into a catch pan.
(C) After removing the drain plug, immediately catch some oil into a sample bottle.
(D) After removing the drain plug, allow some oil to drain before obtaining an oil sample.
CORRECT ANSWER
D
Question 3
1
, During a visual inspection, oil is observed around the shaft area of a viscous-type fan
clutch. This could be caused by:
(A) an overheated engine.
(B) a failed viscous clutch bearing.
(C) a failed fan controller.
(D) a broken bi-metal spring on the clutch.
CORRECT ANSWER
B
Question 4
During a PM inspection, the technician observes black streaks/residue at the end of the
charge air cooler hoses on the pipe between the cooler and the intake. Which of these
could be the cause?
(A) A stuck-closed EGR valve
(B) A stuck-open EGR valve
(C) Loose hose clamps
(D) A leaking exhaust manifold gasket
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 5
During a PMI, the technician finds excessive oil residue in the engine compartment. When
the engine is started, it is discovered that the engine has too much crankcase pressure.
Which of these could be the cause?
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