Question 1

A diaphragm clutch has a(n) ____________________ spring, also called a Belleville spring, that is used instead of release levers and coil springs.

Accepted Answer

diaphragm

Question 2

A series of large rivets, called stop pins, prevent the hub from excessively compressing the springs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

A clutch is found on vehicles with automatic transmissions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

The part MOST-Likely attached to cover assembly at pivot points is:

Accepted Answer

A) release levers 
B) shims 
C) slip plates 
D) clutch hub 
A) release levers 
B) shims 
C) slip plates 
D) clutch hub

Question 5

What is a drawback to clutch cables?

Accepted Answer

A drawback to clutch

Question 6

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

Accepted Answer

A) Some release bearings found on older European cars use a round carbon ring that slowly wears away with each use. 
B) An overcenter assist spring pulls the pedal toward the floor during the first half of travel and upward during the second half of travel. 
C) The clutch fork fits between the release bearing and the clutch cable or linkage. 
D) The release bearing hub has a provision to attach it to the clutch fork. 
A) Some release bearings found on older European cars use a round carbon ring that slowly wears away with each use. 
B) An overcenter assist spring pulls the pedal toward the floor during the first half of travel and upward during the second half of travel. 
C) The clutch fork fits between the release bearing and the clutch cable or linkage. 
D) The release bearing hub has a provision to attach it to the clutch fork.

Question 7

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) the release bearing is lubricated and then sealed at the factory. 
B) self-centering release bearings are used on front-wheel-drive cars because they do not use a pilot bearing in the crankshaft. 
C) curved release levers go against curved bearings, and flat release levers go against flat bearings. 
D) some release bearings are flat on their face and others are curved. 
A) the release bearing is lubricated and then sealed at the factory. 
B) self-centering release bearings are used on front-wheel-drive cars because they do not use a pilot bearing in the crankshaft. 
C) curved release levers go against curved bearings, and flat release levers go against flat bearings. 
D) some release bearings are flat on their face and others are curved.

Question 8

The ____________________ is the inner part of the disc. It includes the splines that slide over the input shaft.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ is the inner part of...

Question 9

What are the disadvantages of a coil spring clutch?

Accepted Answer

Disadvantages of a coil spring clutch in

Question 10

What are some differences between a clutch master cylinder and a single brake master cylinder?

Accepted Answer

There are some differences between a clu

Question 11

The engine side of the transmission input shaft is supported by a pilot bearing or sintered bronze bushing pressed into the end of the crankshaft.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

While having a discussion, Technician A says that standard release bearings remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Technician B says that standard release bearings do not remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) A only 
B) B only 
C) Both A and B 
D) Neither A nor B 
A) A only 
B) B only 
C) Both A and B 
D) Neither A nor B

Question 13

While having a discussion about clutch application, Technician A says that when you apply the pedal, you release the clutch. Technician B says that when you release the pedal, you apply the clutch. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) A only 
B) B only 
C) Both A and B 
D) Neither A nor B 
A) A only 
B) B only 
C) Both A and B 
D) Neither A nor B

Question 14

____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although they are occasionally made of rubber. They are positioned between the disc plate and the clutch hub to absorb shock during engagement.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although...

Question 15

Which of the following is LEAST-likely a component of the clutch?

Accepted Answer

A) Flywheel 
B) Pressure plate 
C) Shim 
D) Clutch disc 
A) Flywheel 
B) Pressure plate 
C) Shim 
D) Clutch disc

Question 16

The part that MOST-Likely allows the pressure plate release mechanism to operate as the crankshaft rotates is:

Accepted Answer

A) shim 
B) release bearing 
C) slip plates 
D) ball joint 
A) shim 
B) release bearing 
C) slip plates 
D) ball joint

Question 17

The pressure plate assembly is also called the ____________________ assembly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The pressure plate assembly is also called...

Question 18

When compared to a diaphragm clutch, a coil spring clutch is better balanced.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The ____ disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing it to continue running while the vehicle is at rest.

Accepted Answer

A) slave cylinder 
B) clutch 
C) radius plate 
D) shim 
A) slave cylinder 
B) clutch 
C) radius plate 
D) shim

Question 20

____________________ control allows the clutch to be applied gradually.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ control allows the clutch to be...

Exam 69: Clutch Fundamentals

A diaphragm clutch has a(n) ____________________ spring, also called a Belleville spring, that is used instead of release levers and coil springs.

A series of large rivets, called stop pins, prevent the hub from excessively compressing the springs.

A clutch is found on vehicles with automatic transmissions.

The part MOST-Likely attached to cover assembly at pivot points is:

What is a drawback to clutch cables?

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

The ____________________ is the inner part of the disc. It includes the splines that slide over the input shaft.

What are the disadvantages of a coil spring clutch?

What are some differences between a clutch master cylinder and a single brake master cylinder?

The engine side of the transmission input shaft is supported by a pilot bearing or sintered bronze bushing pressed into the end of the crankshaft.

While having a discussion, Technician A says that standard release bearings remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Technician B says that standard release bearings do not remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Who is correct?

While having a discussion about clutch application, Technician A says that when you apply the pedal, you release the clutch. Technician B says that when you release the pedal, you apply the clutch. Who is correct?

____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although they are occasionally made of rubber. They are positioned between the disc plate and the clutch hub to absorb shock during engagement.

Which of the following is LEAST-likely a component of the clutch?

The part that MOST-Likely allows the pressure plate release mechanism to operate as the crankshaft rotates is:

The pressure plate assembly is also called the ____________________ assembly.

When compared to a diaphragm clutch, a coil spring clutch is better balanced.

The ____ disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing it to continue running while the vehicle is at rest.

____________________ control allows the clutch to be applied gradually.

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