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ASE BRAKES A5 TEST (EXAM 1, 2 AND 3)
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A drum is chattering on the brake lathe. This could be the result of: - ANSWER>>Failure to install the dampening belt
A vehicle equipped with a hydro-boost brake system has a hard pedal with little braking action. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Low power steering fluid
What could cause excessive noise while braking? - ANSWER>>Missing clips
A vehicle equipped with a "hill holding" option has an ABS code. What tool would most likely be used to check the wheel speed sensor? - ANSWER>>Scan tool
The brake system has a soft, sinking pedal with the engine running. The brake fluid level is at the correct height. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>A bypassing master cylinder
Technician A says the pins should be driven in with a brass hammer. Technician B says the pins should be lubricated with brake fluid. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Neither
Technician A says a hydro-boost system can use the power steering pump to operate the booster. Technician B says a hydro-boost system can use engine vacuum to operate the booster. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Technician A
A disc brake caliper is dragging. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Worn brake pads
The rear wheels of a front wheel drive car lockup heavy braking. Technician A says this could be caused by faulty proportioning valve. Technician B says this could be caused by a faulty brake booster. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Technician A
There is a loud growling noise only when the vehicle is steered to the right while driving. What be the cause? - ANSWER>>Worn wheel bearing
A spongy pedal can be the result of: - ANSWER>>Leaking wheel Cylinders
A vehicle has a wheel speed sensor diagnostic trouble code. What could be the LEAST LIKELY cause? - ANSWER>>A tire with the incorrect height
A vehicle has a squeak only when applying the brakes. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Worn brake pads
During a moderate brake pedal application, with the engine running, what would be considered a normal pressure reading on the inlet pressure gauge? - ANSWER>>900 psi
What would be the most normal end-play specification for a set of tapered roller front wheel bearings? - ANSWER>>0.0010"-0.0050" (0.0254mm-0.127mm)
Brake chatter can be caused by: - ANSWER>>Contaminated linings
Technician A says an analog wheel speed sensor can detect which direction the wheel is turning. Technician B says a digital wheel speed sensor can detect which direction the wheel is turning. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Technician B
What can not be the result of brake pad burnishing? - ANSWER>>Curing the metal in the rotor
When bench bleeding a master cylinder what should be used? - ANSWER>>New brake fluid
A customer says that their car makes more noise on asphalt than on concrete road surfaces. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Aggressive tire tread patterns
What would MOST LIKELY be the cause of brake fluid leaking on a front disc brake caliper assembly? - ANSWER>>Piston seal
What can not cause brake pedal pulsation? - ANSWER>>Thin brake pad linings
There is a loud growling noise while driving. The noise gets louder when vehicle speed increases. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Worn wheel bearing
What would be the correct way to handle brake fluid? - ANSWER>>Store in small, tightly sealed containers
Technician A says rust can cause a faulty wheel speed sensor signal. Technician B says a defective brake switch can cause a faulty wheel speed signal. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Technician A
A vehicle equipped with a hydro-boost brake system has a low, soft pedal with little braking action. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>Air in the brake fluid
A set of tapered roller bearings are being serviced. What is the MOST concerning during correct tightening procedure? - ANSWER>>The final check should be made with a dial indicator
The brake system has a low, soft pedal with the engine running. The brake fluid is low in the primary reservoir. What could be the cause? - ANSWER>>A leaking master cylinder
A brake line needs replaced. Technician A says that a new section of line should be installed with compression fittings. Technician B says a new section of line
should be installed using an ISO or double flare. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Technician B
What is a typical input to the ABS control module? - ANSWER>>Brake light switch
Technician A says that brake drag can be caused by worn drums. Technician B says that brake drag can be caused by a seized star-wheel adjuster. Who is Correct? - ANSWER>>Neither
A vehicle pulls left after the brake pedal is released. This is caused by: - ANSWER>>A restricted left front brake hose
