Delmar's Test Preparation Series - Automobile Test - Automatic Transmission/Transaxle(Test A2) - 2nd Edition

Oct 2, 2026

Delmar's Test Preparation Series provides structured exam preparation for technicians taking the ASE Automobile Test focused on Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (Test A2). The preface emphasizes comprehensive coverage across related automotive tests and targeted training derived from surveys of technicians and shop owners. The contents outline a learning path from ASE history and test-taking guidance to question types, system overview, and a detailed breakdown of diagnosis, maintenance, repairs, and practice tests with answer explanations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages110

Reading Time4 h 37 min

AccessFree to download

Preface

Section 1 The History of ASE

History

ASE

Section 2 Take and Pass Every ASE Test

ASE Testing

Who Writes the Questions?

Objective Tests

Preparing for the Exam

During the Test

Your Test Results!

Section 3 Types of Questions on an ASE Exam

Multiple-Choice Questions

EXCEPT Questions

Technician A, Technician B Questions

Most-Likely Questions

LEAST-Likely Questions

Summary

Testing Time Length

Section 4 An Overview of the System

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (Test A2)

Task List and Overview

A. General Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis

B. Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance and Adjustment

C. In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair

D. Off-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair

1. Removal, Disassembly, and Assembly

2. Gear Train, Shafts, Bushings, Oil Pump, and Case

3. Friction and Reaction Units

Section 5 Sample Test for Practice

Section 6 Additional Test Questions for Practice

Section 7 Appendices

Answers to the Test Questions for the Sample Test Section 5

Explanations to the Answers for the Sample Test Section 5

Answers to the Test Questions for the Additional Test Questions Section 6

Explanations to the Answers for the Additional Test Questions Section 6

Glossary

Delmar's Test Preparation Series Automobile Test Automatic Transmission/Transaxle(Test A2)2nd Edition Delmar Staff: Business Unit Director:Alar ElkenExecutive Editor:Sandy ClarkAcquisitions Editor:Jack ErjavecTeam Assistant:Bryan ViggianiDevelopmental Editor:Christopher Shortt Copyright ◎2001 by Delmar,a division of Thomson Learning,Inc.Thomson LearningTM is a trademarkused herein under license. Printed in Canada 123456789 XXX 0504030201 For more information contact Delmar,3 Columbia Circle,PO Box 15015,Albany,NY 12212-5015. Or find us on the World Wide Web at http://www.delmar.com or http://www.autoed.com ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.No part of this work covered by the copy-right hereon may be reproduced or used in any form or by anymeans—graphic,electronic,or mechanical,including photocopying,recording,taping,Web distribution or information storage andretrieval systems—without written permission of the publisher. Delmar's Test Preparation SeriesAutomobile Test Automatic Transmission/Transaxle(Test A2)2nd Edition Executive Marketing Manager:Maura Theriault Executive Production Manager:Mary Ellen BlackProduction Manager:Larry MainProduction Editor:Betsy HoughProduction Editor:Tom Stover NOTICE TO THE READER Publisher does not warrant or guarantee any of the products described herein or perform any independent analysis inconnection with any of the product information contained herein.Publisher does not assume,and expressly disclaims,anyobligation to obtain and include information other than that provided to it by the manufacturer. The reader is expressly warned to consider and adoptall safety precautions that might be indicated by the activities herein and toavoid all potential hazards.By following the instructions contained herein,the reader willingly assumes all risks in connectionwith such instructions. The Publisher makes no representation or warranties of any kind,including but not limited to,the warranties of fitness forparticular purpose or merchantability,nor are any such representations implied with respect to the material set forth herein,andthe publisher takes no responsibility with respect to such material.The publisher shall not be liable for any special,consequential,or exemplary damages resulting,in whole or part,from the readers'use of,or reliance upon,this material. For permission to use material from this text or product,contact us byTel (800)730-2214Fax (800)730-2215www.thomsonrights.com ISBN:0-7668-3425-5 Channel Manager:Mona Caron Marketing Coordinator:Brian McGrathCover Design:Michae Egan Cover Images Courtesy of:DaimlerChrysler Contents Preface………………………………………………………………………………………………………………V Section 1 The History of ASE History ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1 ASE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1 Section 2 Take and Pass Every ASE Test ASE Testing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Who Writes the Questions?…………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Objective Tests……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Preparing for the Exam……………………………………………………………………………………………………4 During the Test…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Your Test Results!…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Section 3 Types of Questions on an ASE Exam Multiple-Choice Questions………………………………………………………………………………………………7 EXCEPT Questions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8 Technician A, Technician B Questions…………………………………………………………………………8 Most-Likely Questions………………………………………………………………………………………………………………9 LEAST-Likely Questions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………9 Summary…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 Testing Time Length…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 Section 4 An Overview of the System Automatic Transmission/Transaxle(Test A2)…………………………………………………………………11 Task List and Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………………12 A. General Transmissi

FAQs

What exam does this book prepare for?

It prepares technicians for the ASE Automobile Test on Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (Test A2).

How does the book help readers practice for the exam?

It includes a sample test and additional practice test questions, along with answers and explanations in the appendices.

What topics are covered in the system overview?

The overview breaks down diagnosis, maintenance and adjustment, and both in-vehicle and off-vehicle repair, including mechanical/hydraulic, electronic systems, and specific repair unit topics.

Oct 2, 2026

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