ASE ASE Automatic Transmission and Transaxle 3

Question 1

A technician performs a hydraulic pressure test and finds that reverse pressure is normal but drive pressure is low. This MOST likely indicates a problem with the:

Accepted Answer

Forward clutch circuit

Answer

Rear servo

Answer

Reverse band

Answer

Main pressure regulator valve

Question 2

What component in an automatic transmission controls the timing and quality of shifts in a modern electronically controlled unit?

Accepted Answer

Valve body solenoids controlled by the TCM

Answer

Governor and throttle valve

Answer

Vacuum modulator

Answer

Manual valve only

Question 3

A front-wheel-drive vehicle equipped with a transaxle has a clicking noise that occurs only when turning. What is the MOST likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Worn outer CV joint

Answer

Worn inner CV joint

Answer

Faulty wheel bearing

Answer

Worn transmission mount

Question 4

After replacing an automatic transmission, the technician finds the vehicle has a 2-3 shift flare. What was MOST likely overlooked during the rebuild?

Accepted Answer

The 2-3 clutch pack clearance was set too wide

Answer

The torque converter was not replaced

Answer

The valve body bolts were overtightened

Answer

The output shaft snap ring was not installed

Question 5

Technician A says adaptive shift strategy in modern transmissions allows the TCM to relearn clutch apply pressures over time. Technician B says after replacing a transmission, a reset or relearn procedure may be required. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both Technician A and B

Answer

Technician A only

Answer

Technician B only

Answer

Neither Technician A nor B

Question 6

What is the MOST common cause of automatic transmission overheating in a vehicle used for towing?

Accepted Answer

Insufficient cooler capacity for the added load

Answer

Using the wrong ATF specification

Answer

A stuck-open thermostat in the transmission cooler

Answer

Air in the hydraulic circuit