AI ASE Certification Test Preparation

A compression test shows that one cylinder is low. A leakage test on that cylinder shows that there is excessive leakage. During the test, air could be heard coming from the tailpipe. Which of the following could be the cause?

• broken piston rings

• bad head gasket

• bad exhaust gasket

• an exhaust valve not seating

A vehicle equipped with rack-and-pinion steering is having the front end inspected. Technician A says that the inner tie rod ends should be inspected while in their normal running position. Technician B says that if movement is felt between the tie rod stud and the socket while the tire is moved in and out, the inner tie rod should be replaced. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

Blue-gray smoke comes from the exhaust of a vehicle during deceleration. Of the following, which cause is LEAST likely?

• A. Worn valve guides

• B. Broken valve seals

• C. Worn piston rings

• D. Clogged oil return passages.

All of the following are true of torsion bars EXCEPT: A. They can be mounted longitudinally or transversely. B. They serve the same function as coil springs. C. They are interchangeable from side-to-side. D. They can be used to adjust vehicle ride height.

• They can be mounted longitudinally or transversely.

• They serve the same function as coil springs.

• They are interchangeable from side-to-side.

• They can be used to adjust vehicle ride height.

What should you bring on the test day for the ASE CBT?

• A calculator

• A photo ID

• A snack

• A notebook

How early should you arrive at the test center before the ASE CBT?

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 1 hour

What is the time limit for regular certification tests?

• 1 to 2 hours

• 2 to 3 hours

• 3 to 4 hours

• 4 to 5 hours

What should you do if you are running out of time and still have unanswered test questions?

• Leave them unanswered

• Guess the answers

• Skip to the next test

• Submit the test

Where can you find the results of the ASE Certification Test?

• On the official ASE website

• In the local newspaper

• At the testing center

• Through a phone call

What is the first task in General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis?

• Inspect the battery

• Check the fuses

• Perform a visual inspection

• Test the alternator