ASE Certification Satisfied Reviewed Exam

Both b and c - ANSWERSCoolant should be tested for ________. Proper color Freezing point (temperature) Specific Gravity Both b and c Both technician a and b - ANSWERSTwo technicians are discussing a compression test. Technician A says that the engine should be cranked over with the pressure gauge installed for "4 puffs." Technician B says that the maximum difference between the highest reading cylinder and the lowest reading cylinder should be 20%. Which technician is correct? Technician A only Technician b only Both Technician A and B Neither technician a nor b Technician B - ANSWERSTechnician A says that oil should be squirted into all the cylinders before taking a compression test. Technician B says that if the compression greatly increases when some oil is squirted in the cylinders, it indicates defective or worn piston rings. Technician A Technician B Both technicians Neither technician Technician B - ANSWERSDuring a cylinder leakage (leak-down) test, air is noticed coming out of the oil fill opening. Technician A says that the oil filter my be logged. Technician B says that the piston rings may be worn or defective. Which technician is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor B Any of the above - ANSWERSLeaking antifreeze can be what color? Green Orange Red Any of the above Open bleeder valves during filling - ANSWERSWhat precautions are needed to be performed to help prevent air from getting trapped in the cooling system when replacing coolant? Use the proper antifreeze as specified Open bleeder valves during filling Use premixed coolant Wear protective gloves All of the above - ANSWERSWhen replacing a water pump, be sure to _____________ Torque all fasteners to factory specifications Use a new gasket/seal Check that the accessory drive belt is properly aligned and adjusted to the proper tension All of the above All of the above - ANSWERSWhen using a scan tool to retrieve diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) the technician should also _________ Check monitor status Check freeze frame data Record any stored DTCs All of the above Relieve fuel system pressure before removing the fuel line connections - ANSWERSWhen replacing an external fuel filter, best practices include ________________ Use the same brand as the original as the replacement filter Reuse the filter after cleaning Relieve fuel system pressure before removing the fuel line connections Tighten fasteners as tight as possible Check for any stored diagnostic trouble codes - ANSWERSBefore road testing a vehicle to determine if the automatic transmission is performing normally, which should be performed? Check for any stored diagnostic trouble codes Check the fluid level Check the fluid condition and color All of the above Between the transmission and the radiator - ANSWERSAutomatic transmission cooling lines are located ___________ Between the transmission and the radiator Between the transmission and the rear axle Inside the transmission or transaxle Inside the HVAC module To determine the fluid temperature - ANSWERSWhy is a scan tool needed when checking the level of automatic transmission fluid? To determine the fluid temperature To check for any stored diagnostic trouble codes To check which solenoids inside the transmission/transaxle are active To determine the fluid capacity Any of the above - ANSWERSBefore replacing the filter in an automatic transmission/transaxle, why should service information be checked first? The filter may not be replaceable unless the unit is disassembled The filter may be a spin-on type filter The pan may be required to be removed Any of the above DOT 3 brake fluid or clutch fluid - ANSWERSTo flush a hydraulic clutch system, what should be used? DOT 3 brake fluid or clutch fluid DOT 5 brake fluid Solvent Brake clean Any of the above - ANSWERSService information should be Che led before replacing/adding manual transmission/transaxle fluid because it can be ____________. Automatic transmission fluid Engine oil Gear lube Any of the above Rubber or flexible plastic - ANSWERSCV joint boots should be carefully inspected during routine service because they are made from _________ and can be torn or ripped allowing the grease to escape Steel Rubber or flexible plastic Aluminum Vinyl Gear lube (usually SAE 80W-90) - ANSWERSDrive axle (differential case) fluid is usually ________ Engine oil (usually SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30) ATF Gear lube (usually SAE 80W-90) Any of the above Any of the above are possible - ANSWERSTransfer case fluid is ______. Engine oil (usually SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30) ATF Gear lube (usually SAE 80W-90) Any of the above are possible All of the above - ANSWERSThe tires on an all-wheel-drive vehicle should all be _____________ Same brand and size Same inflation pressure Within 1/16 inch of the same tread depth All of the above Removing the airbag modules from the vehicle - ANSWERSWhich step is NOT usually done when disarming an airbag system? Removing airbag modules from the vehicle Removing the airbag fuse Disconnecting the electrical connector to the airbag Disconnecting the battery Any of the above - ANSWERSWhere can the type of power steering fluid be found? On the reservoir fill cap In the owner's manual In service information Any of the above Length - ANSWERSAccessory drive belts are checked for all except. Cracks Wear Length Alignment Raise the front wheel off the ground and turn the steering wheel lock to lock - ANSWERSWhich is the preferred method to bleed air from a power steering system? Raise the front wheel off the ground and turn the steering wheel lock to lock Start the engine and allow to idle Use a vacuum pump attached to the reservoir cap Use a bleeding tool All of the above - ANSWERSWhen replacing steering or suspension parts, which precaution is needed to be performed? Fasteners tighten to factory specifications Most parts need to be replaced in pair (left and right side) The front wheels should be in the straight ahead position when the final parts are tighten All of the above shock absorber - ANSWERSA steering dampener looks like a ___________. Bump stop Shock absorber Pulley Straight long steel rod A raised area around the grease fitting - ANSWERSWear indicator ball joints indicate that they are worn enough to need replacement in what location? A line near the attaching not A raised area around the grease fitting A special type of rubber grease seal Any of the above depending on manufacture One hole is covered and the other hole is open or just partially open - ANSWERSA coil spring is correctly installed in a SLA-type of suspension system if ________ The two holes on the lower control arm are covered by the spring The two are open in the lower control arm One hole is covered and the other hole is open or just partially open The spring tip shows at the upper spring mount all of the above - ANSWERSWhich statement is true about springs? Torsion bars are often adjustable to control ride height Leaf springs use a center bolt Spring can sag resulting in lower ride height All of the above Calibrate steering angle sensor - ANSWERSA scan tool is likely to be needed to perform which operation? Measure rear toe (total) Calibrate steering angle sensor Center the steering wheel All of the above