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Key Facts: ASE A5 Exam
40
Scored Questions
ASE A5 Exam
60 min
Time Limit
ASE
~70%
Passing Score
ASE
$53
Exam Fee
ASE (plus $34 registration)
5 years
Certification Valid
ASE
43%
Hydraulic Systems
Largest content area
The ASE A5 Brakes exam has 40 scored questions plus 10 research questions, with a 60-minute time limit. The exam covers 4 content areas: Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems (43%), Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair (11%), Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair (24%), and Electronic Brake Control Systems (22%). ASE certifications are valid for 5 years and are recognized throughout the automotive industry.
About the ASE A5 Exam
The ASE A5 Brakes certification tests knowledge of hydraulic system diagnosis and repair, power assist units diagnosis and repair, parking brake systems, drum brake diagnosis and repair, disc brake diagnosis and repair, and electronic brake control systems (ABS, TCS, ESC). Passing this exam earns you the A5 certification, part of the ASE Master Automobile Technician credential.
Questions
40 scored questions
Time Limit
60 minutes
Passing Score
~70%
Exam Fee
$53 (exam) + $34 (registration) (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE))
ASE A5 Exam Content Outline
Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems
Master cylinder diagnosis and repair, brake line and hose replacement, proportioning and metering valves, brake fluid testing and replacement, vacuum and hydraulic brake boosters, parking brake cables and adjustments
Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair
Drum brake inspection and measurement, brake shoe replacement, wheel cylinder service, self-adjuster mechanisms, backing plate and hardware, drum machining and replacement
Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair
Brake pad inspection and replacement, rotor inspection and measurement, caliper service and replacement, slide pin lubrication, parking brake integration, brake hardware replacement
Electronic Brake Control Systems
ABS system diagnosis and repair, wheel speed sensors and tone rings, traction control systems (TCS), electronic stability control (ESC), hydraulic control unit diagnosis, scan tool procedures and bleeding
How to Pass the ASE A5 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: ~70%
- Exam length: 40 questions
- Time limit: 60 minutes
- Exam fee: $53 (exam) + $34 (registration)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the ASE A5 Brakes exam?
The ASE A5 exam is considered moderately difficult with a 60-70% pass rate. It requires hands-on experience combined with theoretical knowledge. Most technicians with 2+ years of experience who study for 25-35 hours pass on their first attempt. The exam tests practical diagnostic skills and brake system theory.
How many questions are on the ASE A5 exam?
The ASE A5 exam has 40 scored multiple-choice questions plus 10 unscored research questions (50 total), with a 60-minute time limit. The research questions are used for future exam development and do not count toward your score. You need approximately 70% to pass.
What experience do I need to take the ASE A5 exam?
ASE recommends 2 years of on-the-job experience in brake repair before testing. However, you can take the exam without experience. If you pass without meeting experience requirements, you receive certification once you complete the experience. Formal training from an automotive program can substitute for part of the experience requirement.
How do I become an ASE Master Technician?
To become an ASE Master Automobile Technician, you must pass all eight A-series exams: A1 Engine Repair, A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4 Suspension and Steering, A5 Brakes, A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A7 Heating and Air Conditioning, and A8 Engine Performance. Certifications are valid for 5 years.
How much does ASE certification cost?
The ASE A5 exam costs $53 per test. There is also a $34 registration fee per test window (you can take multiple tests in one window for a single registration fee). Recertification costs $41 per test. Many employers reimburse ASE certification costs as part of their technician development programs.