ASE Test Preparation FOR THE G1

Technician A says that when pressure testing a radiator cap, a special adapter is needed. Technician B says the best way to check thermostat operation is while it is in the engine. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

A technician is checking resistance in an engine's spark plug wires using an ohmmeter. A general rule is to replace a wire if resistance is over:

• 50,000 ohms

• 30,000 ohms

• 35,000 ohms

• 25,000 ohms

Technician A says that in an ignition system, the voltage supplied to the coil during starting is battery voltage. Technician B says the coil uses electromagnetic induction to create high voltage. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

A Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicle with an automatic transaxle has excessive vibration. Technician A says that the vibration could be caused by worn engine/transaxle mounts. Technician B says that the vibration could be caused by a misaligned engine/transaxle subframe. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

A technician suspects that a faulty camshaft sensor causes a driveability complaint. The sensor is equipped with a three-wire connector. What type of sensor is this?

• A. Hall effect type

• B. a magnetic reluctance type

• C. an inductive resistance type

• D. none of the above

All of the following can cause a problem in the Hydro-boost system EXCEPT:

• loose power steering pump belt

• leaking power steering hoses

• low power steering pump pressure

• leaking check valve

Technician A says that if a wire is getting too hot, it's a sign of higher-than-normal current flowing through. Technician B says the wire would heat up if some of the individual strands are broken inside the wire insulation. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

Technician A says electrical connectors can be disconnected with the ignition switch ON, as long as the technician is using a ground strap. Technician B says when welding on a vehicle, the technician needs to use a static wrist strap. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

Technician A says the thermostat maintains maximum engine operating temperature. Technician B says if the engine continuously runs hot, install a cooler thermostat. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

A vehicle equipped with a MacPherson strut suspension is in the repair shop for new tires and an alignment. The technician noticed that the vehicle has some play in the lift-side inner tie-rod. What should the technician tell the customer?

• It is not a problem that will affect alignment.

• He can align the front end, but the tie-rod should be replaced soon.

• The inner tie-rod needs to be replaced before an alignment can be performed

• He can set the vehicle alignment to compensate for the play in the inner tie-rod.