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    Free ASE A5 Test Questions A5 Brakes Official Study Guides

    Topics for the A5 test include:

    • Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems Diagnosis and Repair
    • Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair
    • Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair
    • Electronic Brake Control Systems (ABS, TCS, ECS) Diagnosis and Repair

    Test your knowledge with some free ASE tests and know where to focus your studies! After clicking on your answer, be sure to review what the correct answer and explanation.

    By using these free ASE test questions, you’ll know where to brush up on your Brake knowledge and exactly which study guides to study up on and review. Be sure to check out the auto mechanic certification requirements by state for additional information!

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    Quiz: A5 Question 6

    1. Brake systems contain all of the following components EXCEPT:

      • Answer A is correct! Copper tubing should never be used in brake systems. Copper corrodes easily and can expand due to high pressures. Therefore, answer A is wrong.

      • Sorry that is incorrect. Answer A is correct! Copper tubing should never be used in brake systems. Copper corrodes easily and can expand due to high pressures. Therefore, answer A is wrong.

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    Quiz: A5 Question 7

    1. A metering valve delays pressure to which set of brakes under which braking condition?

      • Answer C is correct! A metering valve is used on systems with front disc and rear drum brakes. During brake application, the fluid pressure must overcome the force of the brake shoe return springs and force the shoes outward.

      • Sorry that is incorrect. Answer C is correct! A metering valve is used on systems with front disc and rear drum brakes. During brake application, the fluid pressure must overcome the force of the brake shoe return springs and force the shoes outward.

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    Quiz: A5 Question 8

    1. To test the brake warning light circuit:

      • Answer D is correct! All of the answers are wrong except D. An easy way to check the operation of the brake warning light circuit is to disconnect the wire to the switch and temporarily ground it. If the circuit is fine, the lamp will light when grounded. This is what the switch should do when it is working normally.

      • Sorry that is incorrect. Answer D is correct! All of the answers are wrong except D. An easy way to check the operation of the brake warning light circuit is to disconnect the wire to the switch and temporarily ground it. If the circuit is fine, the lamp will light when grounded. This is what the switch should do when it is working normally.

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    Quiz: A5 Question 9

    1. During a surge bleeding procedure:

      • Answer B is correct! In order to move the air that may be trapped in the brake system, pressure must be built up to force the air out when the system is opened. The other answers relate to pressure bleeding, not surge bleeding, or would allow air to enter the system during the bleeding process.

      • Sorry that is incorrect. Answer B is correct! In order to move the air that may be trapped in the brake system, pressure must be built up to force the air out when the system is opened. The other answers relate to pressure bleeding, not surge bleeding, or would allow air to enter the system during the bleeding process.

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    Quiz: A5 Question 10

    1. A vehicle experiences brake squeal during brake application. Technician A says the drums may be distorted. Technician B says the backing plates may be bent. Who is right?

      • Answer C is correct! Both technicians are right. Brake squeal may be caused by bent backing plates, distorted drums, loose linings, improper position of the linings on the shoes, weak or broken hold down springs, or loose wheel bearings.

      • Sorry that is incorrect. Answer C is correct! Both technicians are right. Brake squeal may be caused by bent backing plates, distorted drums, loose linings, improper position of the linings on the shoes, weak or broken hold down springs, or loose wheel bearings.

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