ASE MLR Certification Test – Questions With
Correct Solutions
Technician observes that the brake fluid level is at the "Min" mark in
the master cylinder reservoir. Tech A says that worn front pads
could be the cause. Tech B says that a leak in the brake hydraulic
system could be the cause. Who is right? Correct Answer -
Both A and B
The tires of a vehicle are being rotated and balanced. Tech A says
that the wheel weight retaining clips must be matched to the rim
profile. Tech B says that directional tires are rotated in a criss-cross
pattern. Who is right? Correct Answer - A only
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to
do is warn others in the area, and: Correct Answer - Safely exit
the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600 CCA, the ambient temperature is
70 degrees which of these current and time periods should be used?
Correct Answer - 300 amps for 15 seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Technician A
says the glass part of the bulb can only be handled with bare hands.
Technician B says the headlamp may need to be removed. Who is
right? Correct Answer - B only
On a Metric Micrometer upper sleeve reading 5.0mm with lower
sleeve reading 0.50mm and a thimble reading of 0.01mm what is the
overall reading? Correct Answer - 0
The fuel filter on a fuel-injected vehicle is being replaced. Tech A
says the fuel pressure should be relieved before removing the filter.
, Tech B says that the arrow on the fuel filter should point towards
the fuel tank. Who is right? Correct Answer - A only
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system?
Correct Answer - The brake pedal feels low and spongy
Which of these cures in the absence of air? Correct Answer -
Anaerobic
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT:
Correct Answer - Fluid contaminated brake linings
When performing an oil filter change on a vehicle with a spin on oil
filter, the technician must: Correct Answer - Visually verify
that the oil filter gasket is properly installed
A vehicle's battery prematurely fails. A charging system output test
shows the generator (alternator) is producing a constant 16.0 volts.
This could indicate a failed: Correct Answer - Voltage
regulation
A transmission equipped with a filter is being serviced. When
installing the new filter, the: Correct Answer - Seal should be
lubricated with transmission fluid
While inspecting the rear axle wheel studs on a rear-wheel drive
vehicle, the technician observed that one stud is damaged.
Technician A says that all the wheel studs on the hub assembly
should be replaced. Technician B says that the thread pitch and
diameter of the replacement stud must be the same as the original.
Who is right? Correct Answer - Both A and B
The three C's (concern, cause, and correction) are being reviewed on
the repair order. Technician A says that the customer's statement
Correct Solutions
Technician observes that the brake fluid level is at the "Min" mark in
the master cylinder reservoir. Tech A says that worn front pads
could be the cause. Tech B says that a leak in the brake hydraulic
system could be the cause. Who is right? Correct Answer -
Both A and B
The tires of a vehicle are being rotated and balanced. Tech A says
that the wheel weight retaining clips must be matched to the rim
profile. Tech B says that directional tires are rotated in a criss-cross
pattern. Who is right? Correct Answer - A only
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to
do is warn others in the area, and: Correct Answer - Safely exit
the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600 CCA, the ambient temperature is
70 degrees which of these current and time periods should be used?
Correct Answer - 300 amps for 15 seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Technician A
says the glass part of the bulb can only be handled with bare hands.
Technician B says the headlamp may need to be removed. Who is
right? Correct Answer - B only
On a Metric Micrometer upper sleeve reading 5.0mm with lower
sleeve reading 0.50mm and a thimble reading of 0.01mm what is the
overall reading? Correct Answer - 0
The fuel filter on a fuel-injected vehicle is being replaced. Tech A
says the fuel pressure should be relieved before removing the filter.
, Tech B says that the arrow on the fuel filter should point towards
the fuel tank. Who is right? Correct Answer - A only
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system?
Correct Answer - The brake pedal feels low and spongy
Which of these cures in the absence of air? Correct Answer -
Anaerobic
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT:
Correct Answer - Fluid contaminated brake linings
When performing an oil filter change on a vehicle with a spin on oil
filter, the technician must: Correct Answer - Visually verify
that the oil filter gasket is properly installed
A vehicle's battery prematurely fails. A charging system output test
shows the generator (alternator) is producing a constant 16.0 volts.
This could indicate a failed: Correct Answer - Voltage
regulation
A transmission equipped with a filter is being serviced. When
installing the new filter, the: Correct Answer - Seal should be
lubricated with transmission fluid
While inspecting the rear axle wheel studs on a rear-wheel drive
vehicle, the technician observed that one stud is damaged.
Technician A says that all the wheel studs on the hub assembly
should be replaced. Technician B says that the thread pitch and
diameter of the replacement stud must be the same as the original.
Who is right? Correct Answer - Both A and B
The three C's (concern, cause, and correction) are being reviewed on
the repair order. Technician A says that the customer's statement
