ASE Test Preparation: The Ultimate Resource for Practice Test Questions

by James Halderman, Curt Ward

Overview

Market-leading ASE Test Preparation: The Ultimate Resource for Practice Test Questions will help you prepare for success on ASE exams covering content areas A1-A9, plus G1, L1-L4, C1, P2 and X1.

Written to current ASE tasks and standards, the guide has hundreds of test questions modeled after those on the actual ASE certification tests. It also provides answer rationales grounded in the latest automotive systems and technology.

The 4th Edition now covers six added tests and is available in print and interactive Pearson+ eTextbook formats. The Pearson+ eTextbook for this title features an interactive question-and-answer format that gives you instant feedback along the way.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780138204112
Publisher:	Pearson Education
Publication date:	05/18/2024
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	560
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.77(d)

About the Author

About our authors

Jim Halderman brings a world of experience, knowledge and talent to his work. His automotive service experience includes working as a flat-rate technician, a business owner and a professor of automotive technology at a leading US community college.

He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio Northern University and a master’s degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Jim also holds a US patent for an electronic transmission control device. He is an ASE-certified Master Automotive Technician (A1-A9) plus Advanced Engine Performance (L1), L3 and L4.

Jim is the author of many automotive textbooks, all published by Pearson. Jim has presented numerous technical seminars to national audiences, including the California Automotive Teachers (CAT) and the Illinois College Automotive Instructor Association (ICAIA). He is also a member and presenter at the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT). Jim was also named Regional Teacher of the Year by General Motors Corporation and a member of the advisory committee for the department of technology at Ohio Northern University.

Jim and his wife, Michelle, live in Dayton, Ohio.

Curt Ward, prior to his years at Chrysler, had worked as a technician, shop foreman and service manager in the retail sector of the automotive industry for 13 years. During this time, Curt became a Chrysler Master Technician. Curt has an Associates of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology from Southern Illinois University. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Organizational Communications from North Central College. He earned his master’s degree in Adult Education at the University of Phoenix.

Curt is an ASE Master Automotive Technician. Curt has presented technical seminars at numerous conferences around the country. He has presented for the Illinois College Automotive Instructor Association (ICAIA), the California Automotive Teachers (CAT) and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT). Curt is an active member of the Illinois Automotive Instructor Association (ICAIA) and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT). He has served as secretary and president of the NACAT organization and was the Conference Host for the 2015 NACAT Conference. In 2015 Curt was named the NACAT MVP award winner for his outstanding contribution to the NACAT organization.

Curt and his wife, Tammy, have five children and six grandchildren. Together they enjoy traveling and exploring historical sites. In his spare time, Curt enjoys modeling three-rail O-gauge railroads.

Table of Contents

(A1) Engine Repair

• (A1) Engine Repair Test Content Areas
• (A1) Questions
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel, Electrical, Ignition, and Exhaust Systems Inspection and Service
• (A1) Answers
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel, Electrical, Ignition, and Exhaust Systems Inspection and Service

(A2) Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

• (A2) Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Content Area
• (A2) Questions
• Category: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
• Category: In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance and Repair
• Category: Off-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair
• (A2) Answers
• Category: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
• Category: In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance and Repair
• Category: Off-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair

(A3) Manual Drive Train and Axles

• (A3) Manual Drive Train and Axles Content Area
• (A3) Questions
• Category: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Transmission Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Transaxle Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drive Shaft/Half Shaft and Universal Joint/CV Joint Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Four-Wheel Drive/All-Wheel Drive Component Diagnosis and Repair
• (A3) Answers
• Category: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Transmission Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Transaxle Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drive Shaft/Half Shaft and Universal Joint/CV Joint Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Four-Wheel Drive/All-Wheel Drive Component
• Diagnosis and Repair

(A4) Suspension and Steering

• (A4) Suspension and Steering Test Content Areas
• (A4) Questions
• Category: Steering Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Suspension Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Related Suspension and Steering Service
• Category: Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair
• Category: Wheel and Tire Diagnosis and Service
• (A4) Answers
• Category: Steering Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Suspension Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Related Suspension and Steering Service
• Category: Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair
• Category: Wheel and Tire Diagnosis and Service

(A5) Brakes

• (A5) Brakes Test Content Areas
• (A5) Questions
• Category: Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Electronic Brake Control Systems—ABS, TCS, ESC—Diagnosis and Repair
• (A5) Answers
• Category: Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Electronic Brake Control Systems—ABS, TCS, ESC—Diagnosis and Repair

(A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems

• (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems Content Areas
• (A6) Questions
• Category: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis
• Category: Battery and Starting System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Instrument Cluster and Driver Information Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Body Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• (A6) Answers
• Category: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis
• Category: Battery and Starting System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Instrument Cluster and Driver Information Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Body Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair

(A7) Heating and Air Conditioning

• (A7) Heating and Air Conditioning Content Areas
• (A7) Questions
• Category: Heating, Ventilation, A/C (HVAC) and Engine Cooling System Service, Diagnosis, and Repair
• Category: Refrigeration System Component Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Operating Systems and Related Controls Diagnosis and Repair
• (A7) Answers
• Category: Heating, Ventilation, A/C (HVAC) and Engine Cooling System Service, Diagnosis, and Repair
• Category: Refrigeration System Component Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Operating Systems and Related Controls Diagnosis and Repair

(A8) Engine Performance

• (A8) Engine Performance Test Content Areas
• (A8) Questions
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel, Air Induction, and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis and Repair
• (A8) Answers
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel, Air Induction, and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis and Repair

(A9) Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

• (A9) Light Vehicle Diesel Engines Content Areas
• (A9) Questions
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Air Induction and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair
• (A9) Answers
• Category: General Engine Diagnosis
• Category: Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Air Induction and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
• Category: Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair

(G1) Auto Maintenance and Light Repair

• (G1) Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Content Areas
• (G1) Questions
• Category: Engine Systems
• Category: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• Category: Manual Drive Train and Axles
• Category: Suspension and Steering
• Category: Brakes
• Category: Electrical
• Category: Heating and Air Conditioning
• (G1) Answers
• Category: Engine Systems
• Category: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• Category: Manual Drive Train and Axles
• Category: Suspension and Steering
• Category: Brakes
• Category: Electrical
• Category: Heating and Air Conditioning

(L1) Advanced Engine Performance Specialist Test

• (L1) Advanced Engine Performance Specialist Content Areas
• (L1) Questions
• Category: General Powertrain Diagnosis
• Category: Computerized Powertrain Controls Diagnosis
• Category: Ignition System Diagnosis
• Category: Fuel Systems and Air Induction Systems
• Category: Emission Control Systems Diagnosis
• Category: I/M Failure Diagnosis
• (L1) Answers
• Category: General Powertrain Diagnosis
• Category: Computerized Powertrain Controls Diagnosis
• Category: Ignition System Diagnosis
• Category: Fuel Systems and Air Induction Systems
• Category: Emission Control Systems Diagnosis
• Category: I/M Failure Diagnosis

(L2) Medium/Heavy Vehicle Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist Test

• (L2) Medium/Heavy Vehicle Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist Content Areas
• (L2) Questions
• Category: General Inspection and Diagnosis
• Category: Electronic Engine Controls Diagnosis
• Category: Air Induction Systems Diagnosis
• Category: Fuel Systems Diagnosis
• Category: Emissions Systems Diagnosis
• (L2) Answers
• Category: General Inspection and Diagnosis
• Category: Electronic Engine Control Diagnosis
• Category: Air Induction Systems Diagnosis
• Category: Fuel Systems Diagnosis
• Category: Emission Systems Diagnosis

(L3) Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist Test

• (L3) Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist Content Areas
• (L3) Questions
• Category: Battery System
• Category: Internal Combustion Engine
• Category: Drive Systems
• Category: Power Electronics
• Category: Hybrid Supporting Systems
• (L3) Answers
• Category: Battery System
• Category: Internal Combustion Engine
• Category: Drive Systems
• Category: Power Electronics
• Category: Hybrid Supporting Systems

(L4) Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Specialist Test

• (L4) Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Specialist Content Areas
• (L4) Questions
• Category: General ADAS Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Camera Based Systems Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Radar Based Systems Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Ultrasonic (Sonar) Systems Service and Diagnosis
• (L4) Answers
• Category: General ADAS Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Camera Based Systems Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Radar Based Systems Service and Diagnosis
• Category: Ultrasonic (Sonar) Systems Service and Diagnosis

(C1) Automobile Service Consultant Test

• (C1) Automobile Service Consultant Test Content Areas
• (C1) Questions
• Category: Communications
• Category: Product Knowledge
• Category: Shop Operations
• (C1) Answers
• Category: Communications
• Category: Product Knowledge
• Category: Shop Operations

(P2) Automobile Parts Specialist Test

• (P2) Automobile Parts Specialist Test Content Areas
• (P2) Questions
• Category: General Operations
• Category: Customer Relations and Sales Skills
• Category: Vehicle Systems Knowledge
• Category: Vehicle Identification
• Category: Catalog and Information Systems Skills
• Category: Inventory Management
• Category: Merchandising
• (P2) Answers
• Category: General Operations
• Category: Customer Relations and Sales Skills
• Category: Vehicle Systems Knowledge
• Category: Vehicle Identification
• Category: Catalog and Information Systems Skills
• Category: Inventory Management
• Category: Merchandising

(X1) Exhaust Systems Test

• (X1) Exhaust Systems Test Content Areas
• (X1) Questions
• Category: Exhaust System Inspection and Repair
• Category: Emissions System Diagnosis
• Category: Exhaust System Fabrication
• Category: Exhaust System Installation
• Category: Exhaust System Repair Regulations
• (X1) Answers
• Category: Exhaust System Inspection and Repair
• Category: Emissions System Diagnosis
• Category: Exhaust System Fabrication
• Category: Exhaust System Installation
• Category: Exhaust System Repair Regulations