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7 years 5 months ago #2848 by Tyler
Check it out:

www.ase.com/MediaLibrary/Images/PDF%20fo...site_Booklet_WEB.pdf

All kinds of additions, like a fuel pump module, variable valve lift, wideband sensors... I'm not due to recertify for another couple years, but I kinda wish I WAS due so I could take this test! :cheer:

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7 years 5 months ago #2852 by Ro-longo
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I already have my copy. I plan on taking the L1 test for the first time soon. Any tips?

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7 years 5 months ago #2867 by Tyler
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Jealous! And you'll be fine B) Have you done the computer based testing yet?

Dunno if you do five-gas testing, but that was the only area I really needed help with, as Kansas has no emissions testing.

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7 years 5 months ago #2871 by Noah
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I've got the motor age test prep book. I got them when I took the a6 and a8, and they were helpful.
Not quite ready to tackle the l1 yet.

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7 years 5 months ago #2882 by Ro-longo
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Tyler wrote: Have you done the computer based testing yet?


Yes I have, I just took a couple of recerts last year.

Dunno if you do five-gas testing, but that was the only area I really needed help with, as Kansas has no emissions testing.


The place I used to work at a couple of years ago I used to do emission testing but most were obd2 tests. I will have to find a place to brush up on that. I don't do emission testing at my current place. I just mainly diag obd2 failures, the tire/lube boys do the actual testing.

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7 years 5 months ago #2928 by Dylan
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Tyler wrote:

Kansas has no emissions testing.


That's crazy man... but I assume that's not the only state :huh:

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7 years 5 months ago #2940 by Noah
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Massachusetts doesn't do tail pipe emissions anymore.
CEL - Fail!

Unless the car is 15 years or older, then it's just safety.

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7 years 5 months ago #2953 by Tyler
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Dylan wrote: That's crazy man... but I assume that's not the only state :huh:


Yeah, there's not many left that have zero testing, most at least have an OBD check :unsure: I do sometimes wish we'd legislate at least safety testing, 'cause I KNOW there are people driving around with tie rods ready to pop.

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7 years 5 months ago #2969 by Noah
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From what I understand, Florida has NOTHING!
No inspection stickers at all!

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7 years 5 months ago #2989 by Dylan
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Tyler wrote:

Yeah, there's not many left that have zero testing, most at least have an OBD check :unsure: I do sometimes wish we'd legislate at least safety testing, 'cause I KNOW there are people driving around with tie rods ready to pop.


:ohmy: :ohmy: Belgium is very strict on testing cars

Noah wrote:

From what I understand, Florida has NOTHING!
No inspection stickers at all!


Come on man, this is 2016.... Can't understand how that's possible :S

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7 years 3 months ago #3948 by Ro-longo
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Just took the new L1 test today. It wasn't has bad as I thought it would be and I did better than I expected. It was my first attempt so I can't compare it to the previous version, other than that it was a good experience.

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7 years 3 months ago #3949 by Tyler
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Congratulations! I also kinda felt like the test was easier than it was built up to be. Instructors were telling me they failed it multiple times, tricky A/B questions, stuff like that. Maybe that was associated with older versions of the test? :huh:

I say if anyone is thinking about taking it, don't hesitate :cheer:

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7 years 3 months ago #3952 by Ro-longo
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Tyler wrote: Congratulations! I also kinda felt like the test was easier than it was built up to be. Instructors were telling me they failed it multiple times, tricky A/B questions, stuff like that. Maybe that was associated with older versions of the test? :huh:

I say if anyone is thinking about taking it, don't hesitate :cheer:


Thanks,
I agree, didn't seem as difficult as hyped. But a good understanding of electrical systems and basic engine performance will help.

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7 years 3 months ago #3967 by Noah
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That's good to hear. I've been putting it off because I don't know 5 gas theory well. I got good scores on the A8 engine performance and the A6 electrical systems, but the L1 intimidates me a bit more.

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7 years 3 months ago #3970 by ScannerDanner
Noah. Take it. I guarantee you pass it.
As for 5 gas. Just go through my Section or Chapter 5 lecture where I cover it (SD Premium). It's all you need to know about it.
Which gas is your rich indicator?
Which gas is your lean indicator?
What gases can you look at as a stand alone and know which side of stoich your on? Things like that I covered.
I forget what page of my book corresponds.

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7 years 3 months ago #3998 by Ro-longo
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You will also need to know what causes excessive NOx on the composite vehicle and in general

I also purchased the L1 practice test here: L1 practice test

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7 years 3 months ago #4020 by Tyler
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No worries about the five-gas stuff! When I took the L1, I had zero gas analyzer experience (no emissions testing). The theory alone was more than enough to get me through.

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7 years 3 months ago #4050 by Noah
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Ro-longo wrote: You will also need to know what causes excessive NOx on the composite vehicle and in general

I also purchased the L1 practice test here: L1 practice test

That's the one I've got. I used the same site for the A6 and A8 study material. I've had good experiences with the Motor-age products.

Aww Hell, I'll give it a go. I need to just schedule a date. I'll be more motivated with a deadline.
Thanks for the encouragement Paul and Tyler
And congratulations on passing Ro-longo! I always stress the tests until I get in there and start answering questions.

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7 years 3 months ago - 7 years 3 months ago #4060 by Tyler
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Do eeeeeeeet! B) You're gonna own it, no problem.

I keep putting off signing up for A9, just gotta schedule it and suck it up :lol:
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7 years 3 months ago #4132 by Noah
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YIKES!
I forgot about the $36 registration fee! I guess it's not bad if you're intending to take multiple tests, but I only ever schedule one at a time. Brings it up to $114 to schedule the test.
For that kind of money, they should come to my house and sew the patch on my coat for me!
Maybe the boss will split this one with me...

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