ASE G1 · Maintenance & Light Repair
Suspension & Steering
The largest G1 area: power steering service, linkage and suspension inspection, struts and shocks, basic alignment measurements and adjustment, tire service and repair, and TPMS.
- Questions on the G1 test
- 13
- Share of the test
- 24%
- GearheadPass questions
- 152
- With exhibits
- 29
What this area covers
ASE's task list for Suspension & Steering on the G1 Maintenance & Light Repair test groups into these tasks. Expect diagnosis-first questions: what's the most likely cause, what should be checked next, and which technician is right.
- Power steering fluid, pump and hoses
- Steering linkage and tie rods
- Front and rear suspension inspection
- Struts, shocks and wheel bearings
- Camber, caster, toe and thrust angle
- Tire service, repair and TPMS
How to study it
- This area carries 13 of the G1 test's questions (24%). Give it study time in proportion.
- Work the free questions first, then read every explanation, including the ones you got right; the reasoning is what transfers to new questions.
- 2 of the 5 free questions here are Technician A/B items. Judge each statement on its own before you pick A only, B only, Both or Neither.
- 1 free question uses an exhibit. Read the exhibit's numbers before the answer options.
- Always confirm specifications in the vehicle manufacturer's service information. Test questions assume you would.
Free practice quiz
5 Suspension & Steering questions with explanations
All 152 Suspension & Steering questions are in the app
Plus a full-length G1 mock, flash cards, and English or Spanish on every question.
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Basic automatic transmission service: road test and DTC retrieval, fluid type and condition, leaks and seals, CV and drive shaft parts, cooler lines, mounts, and fluid and filter changes.
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Manual Drive Train & Axles
Basic driveline service: hydraulic clutch bleeding, shift linkage, seals and fluid, drive shafts and CV joints, wheel bearings, rear axles, and 4WD/AWD transfer case checks.
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Brakes
Brake inspection and service: fluid and leak checks, warning lights, bleeding, drum and disc brake service, rotor and drum machining, parking brakes, and power assist checks.
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Electrical
Basic electrical service: voltage, current and resistance checks, battery testing and charging, jump-starting, starter and alternator replacement, lighting, gauges, horn and wipers.
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Heating & A/C
Basic HVAC service: verifying system operation, identifying refrigerant and recovering and recharging, checking for leaks, condenser airflow, cabin filters, belts and evaporator drains.