ASE CERTIFICATION FINAL PAPER 2026
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
◉ While having a discussion the starter system, Technician A says it
is composed of two subsystems: the starter and the control circuit.
Technician B says the starter motor relay or solenoid is wired
directly to the battery. Who is correct? Answer: Both A and B
◉ Technician A says the brake system connects the driver to the
wheel through linkage and hydraulic circuits. Technician B says the
hydraulic pressure for the brakes is developed in the hydraulic brake
booster. Who is correct? Answer: A only
◉ If a coolant leak is suspected but not visible, a coolant _________ can
be used. Answer: Pressure Tester
◉ All the following are components of the radiator cap EXCEPT:
Pressure relief valve spring
Rubber blade
Upper sealing surface
Vacuum Valve Answer: Rubber Blade
,◉ The MOST-Likely result of removing the radiator cap on a hot
radiator is: Answer: Serious burn injury
◉ The additive that will MOST-Likely neutralize battery acid is:
Answer: Baking Soda
◉ The MOST-Likely indication that there may be an internal engine
damage: Answer: Sound or noise of engine
◉ ______________ is the term used to define any vehicle component
mounted above the springs. Answer: Sprung weight
◉ Which of the following is LEAST Likely to be described as a pivot
point?
Ball Joint
Tie rod end
Catalytic Converter
CV Joint Answer: Catalytic Converter
◉ ____, which looks like white powder on and around battery posts,
sometimes happens when battery gas escapes up the terminal post
from inside the case. Answer: Corrosion
, ◉ A service advisor can also be called a:_______________________ Answer:
Service writer
◉ All of the following are usual duties of a lube technician EXCEPT
_______
Air filter replacement
Accessory drive belt
Water pump replacement
Oil change Answer: Water Pump Replacement
◉ Two technicians are discussing the duties of a shop foreman and a
service manager. Technician A says that a shop foreman diagnoses
vehicle problems. Technician B says that the service manager usually
repairs vehicles. Which technician is correct? Answer: A only
◉ Who is the person that greets the service customer and completes
the work order?
Service manager
Service advisor
Service writer
Either B or C Answer: Either B or C
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
◉ While having a discussion the starter system, Technician A says it
is composed of two subsystems: the starter and the control circuit.
Technician B says the starter motor relay or solenoid is wired
directly to the battery. Who is correct? Answer: Both A and B
◉ Technician A says the brake system connects the driver to the
wheel through linkage and hydraulic circuits. Technician B says the
hydraulic pressure for the brakes is developed in the hydraulic brake
booster. Who is correct? Answer: A only
◉ If a coolant leak is suspected but not visible, a coolant _________ can
be used. Answer: Pressure Tester
◉ All the following are components of the radiator cap EXCEPT:
Pressure relief valve spring
Rubber blade
Upper sealing surface
Vacuum Valve Answer: Rubber Blade
,◉ The MOST-Likely result of removing the radiator cap on a hot
radiator is: Answer: Serious burn injury
◉ The additive that will MOST-Likely neutralize battery acid is:
Answer: Baking Soda
◉ The MOST-Likely indication that there may be an internal engine
damage: Answer: Sound or noise of engine
◉ ______________ is the term used to define any vehicle component
mounted above the springs. Answer: Sprung weight
◉ Which of the following is LEAST Likely to be described as a pivot
point?
Ball Joint
Tie rod end
Catalytic Converter
CV Joint Answer: Catalytic Converter
◉ ____, which looks like white powder on and around battery posts,
sometimes happens when battery gas escapes up the terminal post
from inside the case. Answer: Corrosion
, ◉ A service advisor can also be called a:_______________________ Answer:
Service writer
◉ All of the following are usual duties of a lube technician EXCEPT
_______
Air filter replacement
Accessory drive belt
Water pump replacement
Oil change Answer: Water Pump Replacement
◉ Two technicians are discussing the duties of a shop foreman and a
service manager. Technician A says that a shop foreman diagnoses
vehicle problems. Technician B says that the service manager usually
repairs vehicles. Which technician is correct? Answer: A only
◉ Who is the person that greets the service customer and completes
the work order?
Service manager
Service advisor
Service writer
Either B or C Answer: Either B or C
