Free Red Seal Automotive Exam Prep
Red Seal Automotive Service Technician
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Can You Take the Red Seal Automotive Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Apply through the responsible provincial or territorial authority
- •Meet that authority's apprenticeship or experienced-worker eligibility requirements
- •Follow its scheduling, identification, accommodation, fee, and supplied-material rules
- •Achieve at least 70% on the Interprovincial examination
Red Seal Automotive Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
Candidate-specific
From start to license in hand
Exam Provider
Provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority (Interprovincial Red Seal exam)
Retake Policy
Candidates who do not achieve 70% may rewrite the exam following their provincial apprenticeship authority's retake rules and waiting periods (additional fee may apply).
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What You'll Study
13 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Overview
1 sections
Safety & Common Occupational Skills
4 sections
Engines, Fuel & Emission Systems (Part A)
4 sections
Engines, Fuel & Emission Systems (Part B)
3 sections
Electrical & Electronic Systems (Part A)
4 sections
Electrical & Electronic Systems (Part B)
5 sections
Drivetrain & Transmissions (Part A)
3 sections
Drivetrain & Transmissions (Part B)
2 sections
Brakes, Steering & Suspension (Part A)
3 sections
Brakes, Steering & Suspension (Part B)
3 sections
HVAC, Restraints & Body Systems
5 sections
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
2 sections
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting Strategy
2 sections
Red Seal Automotive Exam Details
Red Seal Automotive Service Technician
Administered by Employment and Social Development Canada / Red Seal Program
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Employment and Social Development Canada / Red Seal Program content outline
9 questions: safety-related functions plus tools, equipment, and documentation.
22 questions: diagnosis and repair of engine, gasoline support, and diesel support systems.
12 questions: eight diagnosis and four repair questions for vehicle networking systems.
17 questions: ten diagnosis and seven repair questions for driveline systems.
23 questions: electrical and HVAC or comfort-control diagnosis and repair.
23 questions: 13 diagnosis and 10 repair questions across chassis and control systems.
10 questions: six diagnosis and four repair questions.
9 questions: five diagnosis and four repair questions, including current high-voltage work.
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What's Next After the Red Seal Automotive?
After passing the Red Seal Automotive, you can pursue these career paths
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Move into heavy-vehicle work with the Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic (310T) credential
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Specialize in off-road machinery with the Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician credential
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Add collision/refinish skills with the Red Seal Automotive Refinishing Technician credential
Red Seal Automotive Exam FAQ
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