ASE MLR Exam
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Graded A+
Denning [Date] [Course title]
, Tech 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? (1) - Answer: Both A and B (1)
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 the directional tires are rotated in a criss-cross
pattern. Who is right? (2) - Answer: Tech A (2)
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to do is warn others in the area, and:
- Answer: Safely exit the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600CCA, the ambient temperature is 70 degrees. What method should
be used to diagnose? Which of these current in time periods should be used? - Answer: 150A for 30
seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Tech A says that the glass portion of the bulb
can be handled with bare hands. Tech B says the headlamp assembly may need to be removed to
replace the bulb. (5) - Answer: B only (5)
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? - Answer: 0.728
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? (7) - Answer: Tech A (7)
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system? - Answer: The brake pedal feels low
and spongy
Which of these cures in the absence of air? - Answer: Anaerobic
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT: - Answer: Fluid contaminated brake
linings
Questions and
Complete Solutions
Graded A+
Denning [Date] [Course title]
, Tech 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? (1) - Answer: Both A and B (1)
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 the directional tires are rotated in a criss-cross
pattern. Who is right? (2) - Answer: Tech A (2)
When a shop fire cannot be immediately contained, the best thing to do is warn others in the area, and:
- Answer: Safely exit the building
A fully charged battery rated at 600CCA, the ambient temperature is 70 degrees. What method should
be used to diagnose? Which of these current in time periods should be used? - Answer: 150A for 30
seconds
A vehicle's halogen headlamp bulbs are being replaced. Tech A says that the glass portion of the bulb
can be handled with bare hands. Tech B says the headlamp assembly may need to be removed to
replace the bulb. (5) - Answer: B only (5)
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? - Answer: 0.728
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? (7) - Answer: Tech A (7)
Which of these is an indication of air in the brake hydraulic system? - Answer: The brake pedal feels low
and spongy
Which of these cures in the absence of air? - Answer: Anaerobic
A grabbing brake condition can be caused by any of these EXCEPT: - Answer: Fluid contaminated brake
linings
