ASE A2
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)
The ASE A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle test covers diagnosing and servicing automatic units, including torque converter, dual-clutch and CVT designs, from road tests and pressure checks to in-vehicle repair and overhaul. It is taken by transmission and drivetrain technicians and counts toward ASE Master Automobile Technician status.
- Questions you sit
- 55
- Scored
- 45
- Time allowed
- 75 min
- GearheadPass questions
- 146
From ASE's 2026 study guide. The test includes 10 unscored research questions you can't tell apart from the scored ones.
Content areas and weights
| Content area | Questions on the test | Share | Free practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis | 26 | 58% | 5 questions → |
| In-Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | 12 | 27% | 5 questions → |
| Unit Removal, Inspection & Installation | 7 | 16% | 5 questions → |
Study each area
A2 · 26 questions on the test
Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis
Diagnosing automatic, dual-clutch and CVT units: road tests, fluid checks, pressure and converter clutch tests, and electronic diagnosis with scan tools, meters and OBD II data.
A2 · 12 questions on the test
In-Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Repairs done with the transmission in the car: linkage and range sensor, seals and pans, coolers, valve bodies, servos, electronic components, mounts, and fluid and filter service.
A2 · 7 questions on the test
Unit Removal, Inspection & Installation
Removing, overhauling and reinstalling the transmission: converter and flexplate checks, measurements during teardown, clutch packs and bands, and relearn after install.
Take a full-length A2 mock in the app
55 questions in 75 minutes, weighted like the real test, scored by content area, with English or Spanish on every question.
