ASE Preparation

Technician A says that eye protection should be worn at all times while in the laboratory area. Technician B says that regular prescription eye wear may be worn as a substitute for safety glasses. Who is right?

• A only

• B Only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

The correct sequence of strokes (events) in a four-cycle engine is:

• (A) compression, intake, power, exhaust.

• (B) exhaust, intake, compression, power.

• (C) power, intake, exhaust, compression.

• (D) intake, compression, exhaust, power

An engine does not reach operating temperature while being driven. Which of these could be the cause?

• (A) A stuck-closed thermostat

• (B) A stuck-open thermostat

• (C) A slipping water pump belt

• (D) A clogged radiator passage

An oil pressure sensor is being replaced. Technician A says that the electrical connector should be inspected for oil contamination. Technician B says that the oil level sensor should be replaced at the same time. Who is right?

• Only A

• Only B

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

Blue exhaust smoke can be caused by

• (A) a clogged air filter.

• (B) worn piston rings.

• (C) worn main bearings.

• (D) a blown head gasket

Technician A says that the number on the bolt head in the illustration indicates its diameter. Technician B says that that the number on the bolt head in the illustration indicates its thread pitch. Who is right?

• Only A

• Only B

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

Prior to replacing an automatic transmission filter on most vehicles, a technician should

• (A) remove the pan.

• (B) clean all spool valves in the valve body.

• (C) drain the converter

• (D) disconnect the converter clutch solenoid.

While changing the transmission fluid, a technician notices that the fluid is milky and pink. This could be caused by:

• (A) using an incorrect fluid.

• (B) an overfilled transmission.

• (C) a cracked transmission cooler.

• (D) a split torque converter seal.

The transfer case rear output seal is leaking on a vehicle equipped with four-wheel drive. Technician A says that the transfer case should be removed to access the seal. Technician B says that the transfer case drive chain should be removed to access the seal. Who is right?

• (A) A only

• (B) B only

• (C) Both A and B

• (D) Neither A nor B

A vehicle pulls to the left while driving. Which of these should a technician check first?

• (A) Wheel alignmen

• (B) Tire pressure

• (C) Power steering fluid level

• (D) Power steering pump pressure