ASE - Auto Maintenance and Light
Repair 55 Questions With Answers
a vehicle has a noise coming from the power steering pump. technician a says that a loose belt could be
the cause. technician b says that air in the system could be the cause. who is right? - โ โ both
a vehicle has experienced a charging problem. a tech inspected the charging system, found loose
alternator mounting bolts, and tightened them. afterwards, the vehicle performed ok. tech a says the
problem might have been a slipping belt. tech b says the problem might have been poor grounding of
the alternator. who is right? - โ โ both techs
a vehicle is leaking hydraulic fluid from a brake line. technician a says a short splice can be used to repair
the line. technician b says if the line has not drained the master cylinder, the system does not need to be
bled. who is right? - โ โ neither
a vehicle suspension system is being checked for radial and axial tolerances. technician a says the ball
joints should be checked. technician b says the idler arm should be checked. who is right? - โ โ a
all of the following should be performed during a preliminary transmission inspection except:
a. check transmission fluid level
b. visually check wiring and electrical connections
c. check the condition of the filter
d. check for fluid leaks - โ โ c
all of these could cause tire wear if not within manufacturer's specifications except:
a. caster
b. wheel balance
c. toe-in
d. camber - โ โ a
an engine is losing coolant, yet has no external leaks. technician a says to run the engine and see if there
is white smoke out of the exhaust. technician b says to find out if the engine's emission system uses a
catalytic converter before running the test above. who is right? - โ โ both
cooling system pressure is maintained by the use of the:
a. fan clutch
