ASE A3 Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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ASE A3 Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest
Update / Already Graded
Noise: In gear, clutch disengaged (pedal to floor)

Ans: Pilot bushing or bearing


Noise: Neutral, clutch disengaged (pedal to floor)

Ans: Release bearing


Noise: Neutral, clutch engaged (pedal up)

Ans: Input shaft bearing


Binding U-Joint will damage??

Ans: Extension housing bushing and seal


What is used to check the clearance between the shift fork and the synchronizer
sleeve?

Ans: A feeler guage


Warped pressure plates...

Ans: ... should be replaced


Ring and pinion gears...

Ans: ...should be replaced as a set


What tool is used to measure ring gear runout?

Ans: A dial guage

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How many times can a collapsible sleeve be tightened?

Ans: Once, and must be replaced if over tightened.


What tool is used to check pinion bearing preload?

Ans: Inch pound torque wrench


How much vacuum is required to operate a transfer case?

Ans: 15hg


What type of bearings require preload?

Ans: Tapered roller bearings


Can a bad speed sensor affect shift pattern?

Ans: Yes


What is a viscous clutch designed for?

Ans: Compensating for differences in axle rotation


What kind of noise will chipped gear teeth make?

Ans: Growling or grinding noise


Bell housing transmission bore and the rear face should be checked for?

Ans: Runout


Check runout before or after installing pressure plate cover?

Ans: Before