ASE Practice Test (A3: Manual Drive Train & Axles)

Question 1

What is the MOST LIKELY cause of a broken center adapter plate, rear extension housing mating surface, or transmission case?

Accepted Answer

Oil leak

Answer

Jumps out of gear

Answer

Won't shift

Answer

Difficult shifting

Question 2

On a four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicle, all of the following problems may cause a vibration that is more obvious while changing throttle position EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

worn driveshaft slip joint splines.

Answer

worn U-joints.

Answer

worn front-drive axle joints.

Answer

incorrect driveshaft angles.

Question 3

The manual transmission fluid is being checked during a routine maintenance. Technician X says gold-colored particles in the fluid can be from worn blocking rings. Technician Y says aluminum colored shavings can be from the gear wear. Who is right?

Accepted Answer

Both X and Y

Answer

Neither X nor Y

Answer

X only

Answer

Y only

Question 4

A four-speed, fully synchronized transmission has a clunking or knocking noise in first and reverse only. Technician X says that a broken tooth on the clutch (input) gear could be the cause. Technician Y says that a broken tooth on the counter (cluster) gear could be the cause. Who is right?

Accepted Answer

Y only

Answer

Neither X nor Y

Answer

Both X and Y

Answer

X only

Question 5

Under a load, the transaxle jumps out of gear. Which of the following is the MOST LIKELY cause?

Accepted Answer

Maladjusted, loose or worn shift linkage

Answer

Clutch needs adjustment

Answer

Broken or worn synchronizers

Answer

Weak transmission cover springs

Question 6

During the removal and replacement of a manual transmission:

Accepted Answer

the clutch disc must be aligned with an aligning tool before transmission installation.

Answer

the engine support fixture should be installed after the transmission-to-engine bolts are loosened.

Answer

the driveshaft may be installed in any position on the differential pinion gear flange.

Answer

the transmission weight may be supported by the input shaft in the clutch disc hub.

Question 7

All of these components can be removed from a transmission/transaxle before removing it from the vehicle, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Front bearing retainer (quill)

Answer

Vehicle speed sensor

Answer

Axle drive shafts

Answer

Reverse (backup) light connector

Question 8

A manual transaxle makes a clunking noise on acceleration and on deceleration. Technician X says that a loose differential case pinion shaft could be the cause. Technician Y says that worn CV joints could be the cause. Who is right?

Accepted Answer

Both X and Y

Answer

Neither X nor Y

Answer

X only

Answer

Y only

Question 9

Technicians are having a conversation about the snap rings used in a manual transaxle. Technician X states that snap rings are used on some main shafts as a selective fit. Technician Y thinks that snap rings contain a correct side that always needs to face up so the pliers can grab hold. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both technicians

Answer

Neither technician

Answer

Technician X

Answer

Technician Y

Question 10

Technician X says u-joints must be in phase to prevent vibration. Technician Y says when re-assembling a drive shaft the u-joints do not have to be in alignment for proper operation provided they are greased with the proper lubricant. Who is right?

Accepted Answer

X only

Answer

Neither X nor Y

Answer

Both X and Y

Answer

Y only