ASE T3 Domain 3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair Welcome to your ASE T3 Domain 3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair 1. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair A driveshaft is vibrating at high speeds. The MOST likely cause of this issue is: A. Worn universal joints B. Incorrect driveshaft angle C. Driveshaft tubing is out of round D. Improperly torqued driveshaft flange bolts None 2. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair Technician A says that a clunking noise when accelerating or decelerating may indicate a problem with the universal joints. Technician B says that it can be due to excessive play in the differential. Who is correct? A. Technician A only B. Technician B only C. Both Technician A and B D. Neither Technician A nor B None 3. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair When inspecting a driveshaft, you notice that the slip yoke is scored and has a rough surface. What is the MOST likely cause? A. Lack of lubrication B. Excessive u-joint angle C. Faulty transmission output shaft bearing D. Driveshaft imbalance None 4. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair A technician is diagnosing a vehicle with a suspected driveshaft issue. Which of the following is a proper method to check for driveshaft straightness? A. Placing the driveshaft on a flat surface and checking for gaps B. Using a dial indicator to measure runout while the driveshaft is rotating C. Inspecting for visual bends or dents D. Measuring the length from end to end and comparing it to factory specifications None 5. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair If a vehicle with rear-wheel drive shudders during initial acceleration, the cause could be: A. Over-inflated tires B. Out-of-balance wheels C. Worn center support bearing D. Defective torque converter None 6. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair During a road test, a technician notices a rhythmic thumping noise that changes with vehicle speed. This noise is MOST likely due to: A. Worn differential gears B. Damaged or improperly seated u-joint caps C. Faulty wheel bearings D. A loose pinion gear nut None 7. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair A rear-wheel-drive vehicle has a vibration that increases with speed. The MOST likely cause of this vibration is: A. An imbalanced rear wheel B. A faulty rear axle bearing C. An imbalanced driveshaft D. Loose lug nuts on the rear wheel None 8. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair A driveshaft with missing balance weights would MOST likely cause: A. A clunking noise when shifting from drive to reverse B. A high-pitched squeal at all speeds C. Vibration at certain speeds D. Difficulty turning the vehicle None 9. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair Which of the following conditions can cause a universal joint to fail prematurely? A. Over-greasing the u-joint B. Using non-matching universal joints on the same driveshaft C. High ambient temperatures D. Excessive engine power None 10. ASE T3: Driveshaft and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Repair The presence of rust around the seals of a universal joint indicates: A. The joint is over-greased B. Inadequate sealing and possible entry of contaminants C. The joint is new and has not been broken in yet D. Proper lubrication maintenance None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
