ASE A2 General Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis Practice Exam

A customer complains of a harsh and delayed engagement when shifting from "Park" to "Drive" in their automatic transmission-equipped vehicle. What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this issue?

During a road test, you notice that the transmission shifts erratically between gears, especially during acceleration. Which of the following components should you inspect first?

When diagnosing a transmission-related problem, you find that the transmission fluid level is significantly low. What is the likely consequence of low transmission fluid?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission exhibits a condition where it remains stuck in "Park" and cannot be shifted into any other gear, even when the brake pedal is depressed. What component should you suspect as the likely cause?

A customer reports a transmission-related issue characterized by a high-pitched whining noise when the vehicle is in gear. What is the likely cause of this noise?

Which of the following symptoms is MOST likely associated with a malfunctioning transmission fluid pump?

During a transmission fluid level check, you find that the fluid has a burnt smell and appears dark brown or black. What is the likely cause of this condition?

When diagnosing a transmission problem, you observe that the vehicle moves in "Reverse" but not in any forward gears. What component should you investigate as the likely culprit?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission exhibits a condition where it frequently shifts in and out of a particular gear while driving at a steady speed. What is the likely cause of this problem?

When diagnosing a transmission issue, you notice a puddle of red transmission fluid underneath the vehicle. What could be a potential cause of this fluid leak?

During a transmission fluid change, you notice that the old fluid has a milky appearance. What is the likely cause of this milky transmission fluid?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission experiences slipping when shifting into higher gears. What is the most probable cause of this issue?

A customer reports that their automatic transmission-equipped vehicle frequently revs up without a corresponding increase in vehicle speed. What is the likely cause of this issue?

During a road test, you observe that the automatic transmission "slams" into gear when shifting from "Park" to "Drive." What is the likely cause of this abrupt shift?

When conducting a stall test on an automatic transmission, you find that the engine stalls at a significantly lower RPM than specified in the service manual. What does this indicate?

A customer reports a transmission-related issue where the vehicle hesitates before accelerating when shifting from "Park" to "Drive." What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this hesitation?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission experiences slipping when accelerating from a stop. What component should you investigate as the likely cause of this issue?

When diagnosing a transmission problem, you notice that the transmission fluid level is significantly higher than the specified level. What is the likely consequence of excessive transmission fluid?

A customer reports that their automatic transmission-equipped vehicle hesitates and surges during highway cruising speeds. What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this issue?

When diagnosing a transmission issue, you find that the transmission fluid has a strong burnt odor and appears dark brown in color. What is the likely cause of this condition?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission experiences a delay in engagement when shifting from "Park" to "Drive." What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this delay?

During a road test, you notice that the automatic transmission intermittently slips out of gear while driving. What is the likely cause of this intermittent slipping?

A customer reports a transmission-related issue where the vehicle shudders during highway driving at constant speeds. What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this shuddering?

When diagnosing a transmission problem, you notice that the transmission fluid has a milky appearance. What is the likely cause of this milky transmission fluid?

A vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission exhibits a condition where it frequently shifts between gears while driving at a steady speed on level terrain. What is the likely cause of this problem?

A customer reports a transmission-related issue where the vehicle slips out of gear and revs up while climbing steep hills. What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this issue?

During a transmission fluid level check, you find that the fluid level is significantly higher than the specified level. What is the likely consequence of excessive transmission fluid?

A customer reports a transmission-related issue where the vehicle occasionally jerks forward while in "Park." What is the likely cause of this intermittent jerking?

A customer reports that their automatic transmission-equipped vehicle occasionally slips out of gear and revs up while driving at highway speeds. What is the likely cause of this intermittent slipping?

During a road test, you notice that the vehicle's automatic transmission shifts harshly when accelerating from a stop. What component should you suspect as the likely cause of this harsh shift?