ASE T3 Domain 1: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair Welcome to your ASE T3 Domain 1: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair 1. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair When diagnosing a clutch that will not disengage fully, which of the following is LEAST likely to be the cause? A. Air in the hydraulic system B. Worn clutch disc facing C. Faulty release bearing D. Misadjusted clutch linkage None 2. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair A heavy-duty truck's clutch is slipping under load. The MOST likely cause is: A. A broken clutch disc torsion spring B. An over-tightened clutch cable C. Contaminated clutch disc facings D. An improperly adjusted clutch pedal free play None 3. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair During clutch engagement, a technician notices a chattering noise that diminishes as the vehicle accelerates. This symptom is MOST likely caused by: A. A defective pilot bearing B. Loose flywheel bolts C. Warped pressure plate D. Misaligned transmission input shaft None 4. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair Which of the following conditions would most likely cause a clutch to engage near the floor? A. Excessive pedal free play B. A stretched clutch cable C. Worn clutch linkage bushings D. Over-extended clutch actuator piston None 5. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair A clutch that disengages too quickly with minimal pedal movement may indicate: A. A worn clutch disc B. An over-adjusted clutch pedal linkage C. A weak pressure plate spring D. Air in the hydraulic release system None 6. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair After replacing a clutch assembly, a technician finds that the clutch drags when attempting to shift gears. The FIRST step should be to: A. Check the clutch pedal free play B. Inspect the clutch disc for proper installation C. Verify the presence of pilot bearing lubrication D. Re-bleed the hydraulic clutch system None 7. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair A vehicle with a hydraulic clutch system has a pedal that feels spongy and engages the clutch almost immediately. This could be an indication of: A. A leak in the hydraulic system B. Worn clutch pedal pivot points C. A failed pressure plate D. An overfilled clutch fluid reservoir None 8. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair What could cause a newly installed clutch to have a hard pedal feel and difficult disengagement? A. Using the wrong type of hydraulic fluid B. A misaligned clutch disc C. Over-torqued pressure plate bolts D. Incorrect throw-out bearing installation None 9. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair A technician finds that a truck's clutch disengagement is inconsistent. What should be inspected FIRST? A. Clutch master cylinder B. Flywheel surface condition C. Release fork for bending or wear D. Clutch pedal return spring None 10. ASE T3: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair The pilot bearing supports the: A. Clutch disc on the input shaft B. Input shaft at the flywheel C. Output shaft in the transmission D. Pressure plate assembly None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
