ASE P2 Practice Quiz
Counterman A says "Marcon LV" transmission fluid is used in newer Ford and Mercury
vehicles. Counterman B says "Dexron-VI" fluid is used in newer Chrysler vehicles. Who
is right? - answer Counterman A only
Transmission fluid that is brown and has a burnt smell: - answer Is badly oxidized and
needs to be replaced; Can damage the transmission; Has probably been subjected to
overheating
"ATF+4" automatic transmission fluid is used primarily in what make of vehicle? -
answer Chrysler
Using the wrong type of transmission fluid: - answer May cause shifting problems; May
cause slipping problems; May damage the transmission
Draining an automatic transmission by removing the pan removes how much of fluid? -
answer50% to 70% of the fluid
Torque converters are: - answerLocated between the engine and transmission; Filled
with automatic transmission fluid; NOT located between the transmission and driveshaft
Counterman A says a bad torque converter may give a vehicle poor acceleration and
fuel economy. Counterman B says the lockup clutch inside a torque converter engages
above certain speeds or when the transmission is in 3rd or 4th gear to improve fuel
economy. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and B
The type of ATF required for a transmission may be found: - answerOn the transmission
dipstick; In the owner's guide; In service information database
The leading cause of automatic transmission failure is: - answerOverheating
"CVT" transmissions: - answerRequire a special type of transmission fluid; Have a filter;
Usually have a specified fluid change interval; improve fuel economy
A common cause of brake pedal vibration or shudder when braking is: - answerUneven
rotor wear (a "warped" rotor)
Brake rotors should be replaced: - answerIf cracked; If worn below minimum thickness
or discard specifications; If they have hard spots
, The "machine to" specification on a brake drum: - answerIs the same as the discard
thickness
Counterman A says "Low Copper" brake pads are replacing many current friction
materials. Counterman B says "Low Copper" brake pads are required in some states
now. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and B
If the brake pedal slowly sinks to the floor when stopped at a traffic light, which of the
following probably needs to be replaced. - answerMaster cylinder
What type of brake fluid is most commonly used in domestic passenger cars? -
answerDOT 3
"Bleeding the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answerTo remove air bubbles for a
firm pedal
"Flushing the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answerTo remove moisture
contamination; To remove old worn out brake fluid; To restore corrosion protection
If the ABS Warning Light is on and remains on: - answerThe ABS system has a fault
and is disabled
Counterman A says the return springs and holddown springs should be replaced when
drum brakes are relined. Counterman B says brake linings should always be replaced if
contaminated with brake fluid or grease. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and
B
Counterman A says most cars and light trucks today have "crossflow" radiators where
the coolant flows from one side to the other. Counterman B says most new cars have
radiators that are made of soldered copper/brass. Who is right? - answerCounterman A
only
Radiator caps do NOT: - answerRelieve pressure to prevent freezing
Radiator caps: - answerAre spring-loaded to pressurize the cooling system; should be
tested or replaced if the radiator is replaced
An engine will NOT overheat because: - answerToo much water in coolant
The recommended antifreeze/water mixture for most vehicles is: - answer50%
antifreeze & 50% water
A thermostat does what? - answerRegulates the operating temperature of the engine;
Affects the operation of the computerized engine control system; Speeds engine warm-
up
Counterman A says "Marcon LV" transmission fluid is used in newer Ford and Mercury
vehicles. Counterman B says "Dexron-VI" fluid is used in newer Chrysler vehicles. Who
is right? - answer Counterman A only
Transmission fluid that is brown and has a burnt smell: - answer Is badly oxidized and
needs to be replaced; Can damage the transmission; Has probably been subjected to
overheating
"ATF+4" automatic transmission fluid is used primarily in what make of vehicle? -
answer Chrysler
Using the wrong type of transmission fluid: - answer May cause shifting problems; May
cause slipping problems; May damage the transmission
Draining an automatic transmission by removing the pan removes how much of fluid? -
answer50% to 70% of the fluid
Torque converters are: - answerLocated between the engine and transmission; Filled
with automatic transmission fluid; NOT located between the transmission and driveshaft
Counterman A says a bad torque converter may give a vehicle poor acceleration and
fuel economy. Counterman B says the lockup clutch inside a torque converter engages
above certain speeds or when the transmission is in 3rd or 4th gear to improve fuel
economy. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and B
The type of ATF required for a transmission may be found: - answerOn the transmission
dipstick; In the owner's guide; In service information database
The leading cause of automatic transmission failure is: - answerOverheating
"CVT" transmissions: - answerRequire a special type of transmission fluid; Have a filter;
Usually have a specified fluid change interval; improve fuel economy
A common cause of brake pedal vibration or shudder when braking is: - answerUneven
rotor wear (a "warped" rotor)
Brake rotors should be replaced: - answerIf cracked; If worn below minimum thickness
or discard specifications; If they have hard spots
, The "machine to" specification on a brake drum: - answerIs the same as the discard
thickness
Counterman A says "Low Copper" brake pads are replacing many current friction
materials. Counterman B says "Low Copper" brake pads are required in some states
now. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and B
If the brake pedal slowly sinks to the floor when stopped at a traffic light, which of the
following probably needs to be replaced. - answerMaster cylinder
What type of brake fluid is most commonly used in domestic passenger cars? -
answerDOT 3
"Bleeding the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answerTo remove air bubbles for a
firm pedal
"Flushing the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answerTo remove moisture
contamination; To remove old worn out brake fluid; To restore corrosion protection
If the ABS Warning Light is on and remains on: - answerThe ABS system has a fault
and is disabled
Counterman A says the return springs and holddown springs should be replaced when
drum brakes are relined. Counterman B says brake linings should always be replaced if
contaminated with brake fluid or grease. Who is right? - answerBoth Counterman A and
B
Counterman A says most cars and light trucks today have "crossflow" radiators where
the coolant flows from one side to the other. Counterman B says most new cars have
radiators that are made of soldered copper/brass. Who is right? - answerCounterman A
only
Radiator caps do NOT: - answerRelieve pressure to prevent freezing
Radiator caps: - answerAre spring-loaded to pressurize the cooling system; should be
tested or replaced if the radiator is replaced
An engine will NOT overheat because: - answerToo much water in coolant
The recommended antifreeze/water mixture for most vehicles is: - answer50%
antifreeze & 50% water
A thermostat does what? - answerRegulates the operating temperature of the engine;
Affects the operation of the computerized engine control system; Speeds engine warm-
up
