AST Level 1 Learning Path
When a bolt is cleaned and lubricated, how is tightening torque adjusted? - CORRECT
ANSWER-by tightening to the recommended torque
Both CV joints on a half shaft used in a RWD vehicle with independent rear
suspension may be of the fixed style. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
The BCI group number is normally located on the outside of the battery and is used to
state the physical size [height, width, and depth] of the battery. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
An AGM battery differs from a conventional flooded battery in what way? - CORRECT
ANSWER-The electrolyte is absorbed into glass separator and will not spill
Mechanic's wire can be used on multi-function switch wiring to: - CORRECT
ANSWER-guide the wires through passages in the steering column.
On vehicles equipped with diesel engines or vehicles that do not produce enough
vacuum to operate vacuum boosters, manufacturers use: - CORRECT ANSWER-a
vacuum pump.
What is the maximum pressure that should be used with compressed air nozzles? -
CORRECT ANSWER-30 PSI
The tool MOST-Likely used to measure part movement and out-of-round in
thousandths of an inch is: - CORRECT ANSWER-the dial indicator
____ is used to provide anticorrosion protection to weld zones. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Weld-through primer
While having a discussion, Technician A says that clamping pliers are often used to
hold the new panel in place while welding. Technician B says that self-tapping screws
can be used to hold new panels in position while welding. Who is correct? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Both a and b
A 3/8 inch UNC bolt is being discussed. Technician A says that the bolt diameter is 3/8
inch and that it has 16 threads per inch. Technician B says that the bolt meets the
measurement standards developed by the University of North Carolina. Who is
correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-A only
A bad axle or wheel bearing will not cause a tire wear problem. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
Tapered roller bearings are being discussed. Technician A says the grease seal is
installed on the outboard side of the bearing. Technician B says the outer cup, or race,
is pressed into the hub. Who is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-B only
____ are padded trim pieces that fit over the door frames. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Door trim panels
When a bolt is cleaned and lubricated, how is tightening torque adjusted? - CORRECT
ANSWER-by tightening to the recommended torque
Both CV joints on a half shaft used in a RWD vehicle with independent rear
suspension may be of the fixed style. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
The BCI group number is normally located on the outside of the battery and is used to
state the physical size [height, width, and depth] of the battery. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
An AGM battery differs from a conventional flooded battery in what way? - CORRECT
ANSWER-The electrolyte is absorbed into glass separator and will not spill
Mechanic's wire can be used on multi-function switch wiring to: - CORRECT
ANSWER-guide the wires through passages in the steering column.
On vehicles equipped with diesel engines or vehicles that do not produce enough
vacuum to operate vacuum boosters, manufacturers use: - CORRECT ANSWER-a
vacuum pump.
What is the maximum pressure that should be used with compressed air nozzles? -
CORRECT ANSWER-30 PSI
The tool MOST-Likely used to measure part movement and out-of-round in
thousandths of an inch is: - CORRECT ANSWER-the dial indicator
____ is used to provide anticorrosion protection to weld zones. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Weld-through primer
While having a discussion, Technician A says that clamping pliers are often used to
hold the new panel in place while welding. Technician B says that self-tapping screws
can be used to hold new panels in position while welding. Who is correct? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Both a and b
A 3/8 inch UNC bolt is being discussed. Technician A says that the bolt diameter is 3/8
inch and that it has 16 threads per inch. Technician B says that the bolt meets the
measurement standards developed by the University of North Carolina. Who is
correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-A only
A bad axle or wheel bearing will not cause a tire wear problem. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
Tapered roller bearings are being discussed. Technician A says the grease seal is
installed on the outboard side of the bearing. Technician B says the outer cup, or race,
is pressed into the hub. Who is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-B only
____ are padded trim pieces that fit over the door frames. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Door trim panels
