Preparing for the ASE A3 Manual Drive Train & Axles certification exam is a crucial step for aspiring automotive technicians aiming to demonstrate their expertise in diagnosing and repairing manual drive train systems. Our comprehensive practice test is designed to assess your knowledge in key areas such as clutches, transmissions, transaxles, drive shafts, half-shafts, universal and CV joints, drive axles, and four-wheel/all-wheel drive components.
Results
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correct answers:
1. too much main shaft end play
2. a worn clutch disc facing
3. B only
4. A and B
5. neither A nor B
6. side gear clearance
7. both a and b
8. weak pressure plate springs
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correct answers:
1. too much main shaft end play
2. a worn clutch disc facing
3. B only
4. A and B
5. neither A nor B
6. side gear clearance
7. both a and b
8. weak pressure plate springs
#1. A manual transmission slips out of high gear. Which of these could be the cause?
the correct answer is too much main shaft end play
#2. In a vehicle with a single-plate clutch, loss of free pedal can be caused by:
the correct answer is a worn clutch disc facing
#3. A four-speed, fully synchronized transmission has a clunking or knocking noise in first and reverse only. Technician A says that a broken tooth on the clutch (input) gear could be the cause. Technician B says that a broken tooth on the counter (cluster) gear could be the cause. Who is right?
the correct answer is B only
#4. A manual transaxle makes a clunking noise on acceleration and on deceleration. Technician A says that a loose differential case pinion shaft could be the cause. Technician B says that worn CV joints could be the cause. Who is right?
the correct answer is Both A and B
#5. Technician A says that the set-up shown can be used to check pinion-to-ring gear preload. Technician B says that the set-up shown can be used to check pinion flange nut torque. Who is right?
#6. Which of these is the technician measuring in the illustration shown?
the correct answer is side gear clearance
#7. A four-wheel drive vehicle vibrates while the front axle is engaged. Technician A says that a failed front axle shaft CV joint could be the cause. Technician B says that different front and rear tire diameters could be the cause. Who is right?
the correct answer is both A and B
#8. The clutch does not release fully when the pedal is pushed to the floor. Any of these could be the cause EXCEPT:
the correct answer is weak pressure plate springs
By completing these targeted questions, you can identify your strengths and areas for improvement, ensuring you’re well-prepared to excel in the official ASE examination. Find mechanic schools near you.
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