ASE A7 PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS WITH SOLUTIONS 2024
During an air conditioning performance test, the technician notices that the compressor outlet is hot.
Technician A says this is a normal condition. Technician B says the air conditioning system is overcharged.
Who is right?
check
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER a. A only
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
statements are correct regarding an air conditioning performance test, EXCEPT:
a. Road debris can clog the condenser fins reducing system performance.
b. To avoid outside odor, operate AC System in RECIRC rather than FRESH mode.
c. Passenger-side floor being wet is one symptom of a clogged evaporator drain line.
d. Obstructions of the cabin air filter may cause insufficient air circulation. - ANSWER b. To avoid outside
odor, operate AC System in RECIRC rather than FRESH mode.
Technician A says when the condenser airflow is restricted the pressure is high in both high and low
lines. Technician B says an indication of low refrigerant is when both the high and low sides show low
pressure. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER c. Both A and B
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
tasks are performed when replacing an AC compressor, EXCEPT:
, a. Reuse all mounting brackets
b. Use new gaskets and seals
c. Use the same or equivalent compressor
d. Reuse same compressor oil - ANSWER d. Reuse same compressor oil
following is the MOST likely cause?
a. Low refrigerant
b. Locked-up compressor
c. Incorrect air gap
d. Bad pressure cycling switch - ANSWER c. Incorrect air gap
On a manual air conditioning system without automatic control, the compressor clutch does not operate.
Technician A says there is a failed compressor thermal protector. Technician B says there is an incorrectly
adjusted temperature door. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER a. A only
Using a DMM (digital multimeter), a technician measures 12 volts at the clutch coil, but it will not
engage. Technician A says a bad clutch coil could be the cause. Technician B says a bad clutch coil ground
could be the cause. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER b. B only
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
issues regarding a receiver/dryer are correct, EXCEPT:
a. Clogged filter can cause higher than normal pressure
AND ANSWERS WITH SOLUTIONS 2024
During an air conditioning performance test, the technician notices that the compressor outlet is hot.
Technician A says this is a normal condition. Technician B says the air conditioning system is overcharged.
Who is right?
check
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER a. A only
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
statements are correct regarding an air conditioning performance test, EXCEPT:
a. Road debris can clog the condenser fins reducing system performance.
b. To avoid outside odor, operate AC System in RECIRC rather than FRESH mode.
c. Passenger-side floor being wet is one symptom of a clogged evaporator drain line.
d. Obstructions of the cabin air filter may cause insufficient air circulation. - ANSWER b. To avoid outside
odor, operate AC System in RECIRC rather than FRESH mode.
Technician A says when the condenser airflow is restricted the pressure is high in both high and low
lines. Technician B says an indication of low refrigerant is when both the high and low sides show low
pressure. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER c. Both A and B
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
tasks are performed when replacing an AC compressor, EXCEPT:
, a. Reuse all mounting brackets
b. Use new gaskets and seals
c. Use the same or equivalent compressor
d. Reuse same compressor oil - ANSWER d. Reuse same compressor oil
following is the MOST likely cause?
a. Low refrigerant
b. Locked-up compressor
c. Incorrect air gap
d. Bad pressure cycling switch - ANSWER c. Incorrect air gap
On a manual air conditioning system without automatic control, the compressor clutch does not operate.
Technician A says there is a failed compressor thermal protector. Technician B says there is an incorrectly
adjusted temperature door. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER a. A only
Using a DMM (digital multimeter), a technician measures 12 volts at the clutch coil, but it will not
engage. Technician A says a bad clutch coil could be the cause. Technician B says a bad clutch coil ground
could be the cause. Who is right?
a. A only
b. B only
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER b. B only
This question has the word EXCEPT. For this question, look for the choice that could NOT fit the
described situation. Read the entire question carefully before choosing your answer. All of the following
issues regarding a receiver/dryer are correct, EXCEPT:
a. Clogged filter can cause higher than normal pressure
