ASE P2 Practice Quiz
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Counterman A says "Mercon 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? - answer 50% to 70% of the fluid
Torque converters are: - answer Located 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? - answer Both
Counterman A and B
, The type of ATF required for a transmission may be found: - answer On the
transmission dipstick; In the owner's guide; In service information database
The leading cause of automatic transmission failure is: - answer Overheating
"CVT" transmissions: - answer Require 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: -
answer Uneven rotor wear (a "warped" rotor)
Brake rotors should be replaced: - answer If cracked; If worn below minimum
thickness or discard specifications; If they have hard spots
The "machine to" specification on a brake drum: - answer Is 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? - answer Both 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. - answer Master
cylinder
What type of brake fluid is most commonly used in domestic passenger cars?
- answer DOT 3
"Bleeding the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answer To remove air
bubbles for a firm pedal
fully solved & updated
(latest version)
Counterman A says "Mercon 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? - answer 50% to 70% of the fluid
Torque converters are: - answer Located 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? - answer Both
Counterman A and B
, The type of ATF required for a transmission may be found: - answer On the
transmission dipstick; In the owner's guide; In service information database
The leading cause of automatic transmission failure is: - answer Overheating
"CVT" transmissions: - answer Require 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: -
answer Uneven rotor wear (a "warped" rotor)
Brake rotors should be replaced: - answer If cracked; If worn below minimum
thickness or discard specifications; If they have hard spots
The "machine to" specification on a brake drum: - answer Is 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? - answer Both 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. - answer Master
cylinder
What type of brake fluid is most commonly used in domestic passenger cars?
- answer DOT 3
"Bleeding the brakes" is done for what purpose? - answer To remove air
bubbles for a firm pedal
