Question 1

Torque may be described as twisting power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

When the transmission is in overdrive, the input shaft is turning faster than the output (main shaft).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

What is the most common type of synchronizer?

Accepted Answer

A)  block 
B)  disc and plate 
C)  plain 
D)  pin 
A)  block 
B)  disc and plate 
C)  plain 
D)  pin A

Question 4

What is the difference in the two basic designs of gearshift linkages (external and internal)?

Accepted Answer

External linkages are mounted to the out

Question 5

What is the one-piece machined unit that contains first, second, third, and fourth counter gears?

Accepted Answer

The counter gear assembly is t

Question 6

_____ synchronizers consist of a hub (called a clutch hub), sleeve, blocking ring, and inserts or spring-and-ball detent devices.

Accepted Answer

A)  Block 
B)  Disc and plate 
C)  Plain 
D)  Pin 
A)  Block 
B)  Disc and plate 
C)  Plain 
D)  Pin

Question 7

A _____ transmission uses two or more shafts mounted in parallel, with sliding spur gears arranged to mesh with each other to provide a change in speed or direction.

Accepted Answer

A)  sliding gear 
B)  collar shift 
C)  constant mesh 
D)  synchromesh 
A)  sliding gear 
B)  collar shift 
C)  constant mesh 
D)  synchromesh

Question 8

A _____ transmission has parallel shafts fitted with gears in constant mesh.

Accepted Answer

A)  sliding gear 
B)  collar shift 
C)  constant mesh 
D)  synchromesh 
A)  sliding gear 
B)  collar shift 
C)  constant mesh 
D)  synchromesh

Question 9

The two separate shafts in a transaxle are called _____ shafts.

Accepted Answer

A)  input and output 
B)  horizontal and vertical 
C)  forward and reverse 
D)  synchromesh 
A)  input and output 
B)  horizontal and vertical 
C)  forward and reverse 
D)  synchromesh

Question 10

_____ is the trade name for a new gear change system from the United Kingdom that replaces normal synchronizers to provide a change in gear ratios without interrupting the flow of engine torque to the wheels.

Accepted Answer

A)  Disc and plate 
B)  Zeroshift 
C)  Self-shifting 
D)  Overdrive 
A)  Disc and plate 
B)  Zeroshift 
C)  Self-shifting 
D)  Overdrive

Question 11

What are the two primary purposes of the transmission?

Accepted Answer

The two primary purposes of th

Question 12

What are the three major types of manual transmissions used in the automotive industry?

Accepted Answer

Three major types of manual tr

Question 13

Synchronizing devices are normally used when shifting into _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  forward gears 
B)  reverse 
C)  all gears 
D)  neutral 
A)  forward gears 
B)  reverse 
C)  all gears 
D)  neutral

Question 14

What pin moves out of its notch and prevents the other shift rails from moving so that the transmission cannot be in two gears at once?

Accepted Answer

A)  clutch 
B)  interlock 
C)  detent 
D)  zeroshift 
A)  clutch 
B)  interlock 
C)  detent 
D)  zeroshift

Question 15

The forward gears of all current automotive transmissions are synchronized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the purpose of a synchronizer? Describe the three stages of synchronization.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of a synchronizer is to brin

Question 17

Technician A says blocking rings are often made of brass or bronze because of the high heat produced by friction. Technician B says some synchronizer rings can contain powdered metal, Kevlar, and organic frictional materials. 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 18

What is the purpose of overdrive in the gear assembly?

Accepted Answer

Overdrive in the gear assembly

Question 19

This figure shows five different ways to configure a transaxle system. Briefly describe the positions of the engine and transaxle in each configuration.

Accepted Answer

a. Engine is in front, transaxle is in f

Question 20

What is the primary advantage of moving the transmission to the rear of the vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Moving the transmission to the rear of t

Torque may be described as twisting power.

When the transmission is in overdrive, the input shaft is turning faster than the output (main shaft).

What is the most common type of synchronizer?

What is the difference in the two basic designs of gearshift linkages (external and internal)?

What is the one-piece machined unit that contains first, second, third, and fourth counter gears?

_____ synchronizers consist of a hub (called a clutch hub), sleeve, blocking ring, and inserts or spring-and-ball detent devices.

A _____ transmission uses two or more shafts mounted in parallel, with sliding spur gears arranged to mesh with each other to provide a change in speed or direction.

A _____ transmission has parallel shafts fitted with gears in constant mesh.

The two separate shafts in a transaxle are called _____ shafts.

_____ is the trade name for a new gear change system from the United Kingdom that replaces normal synchronizers to provide a change in gear ratios without interrupting the flow of engine torque to the wheels.

What are the two primary purposes of the transmission?

What are the three major types of manual transmissions used in the automotive industry?

Synchronizing devices are normally used when shifting into _____.

What pin moves out of its notch and prevents the other shift rails from moving so that the transmission cannot be in two gears at once?

The forward gears of all current automotive transmissions are synchronized.

What is the purpose of a synchronizer? Describe the three stages of synchronization.

Technician A says blocking rings are often made of brass or bronze because of the high heat produced by friction. Technician B says some synchronizer rings can contain powdered metal, Kevlar, and organic frictional materials. Who is correct?

What is the purpose of overdrive in the gear assembly?

This figure shows five different ways to configure a transaxle system. Briefly describe the positions of the engine and transaxle in each configuration.

What is the primary advantage of moving the transmission to the rear of the vehicle?

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Torque may be described as twisting power.

When the transmission is in overdrive, the input shaft is turning faster than the output (main shaft).

What is the most common type of synchronizer?

What is the difference in the two basic designs of gearshift linkages (external and internal)?

What is the one-piece machined unit that contains first, second, third, and fourth counter gears?

_____ synchronizers consist of a hub (called a clutch hub), sleeve, blocking ring, and inserts or spring-and-ball detent devices.

A _____ transmission uses two or more shafts mounted in parallel, with sliding spur gears arranged to mesh with each other to provide a change in speed or direction.

A _____ transmission has parallel shafts fitted with gears in constant mesh.

The two separate shafts in a transaxle are called _____ shafts.

_____ is the trade name for a new gear change system from the United Kingdom that replaces normal synchronizers to provide a change in gear ratios without interrupting the flow of engine torque to the wheels.

What are the two primary purposes of the transmission?

What are the three major types of manual transmissions used in the automotive industry?

Synchronizing devices are normally used when shifting into _____.

What pin moves out of its notch and prevents the other shift rails from moving so that the transmission cannot be in two gears at once?

The forward gears of all current automotive transmissions are synchronized.

What is the purpose of a synchronizer? Describe the three stages of synchronization.

Technician A says blocking rings are often made of brass or bronze because of the high heat produced by friction. Technician B says some synchronizer rings can contain powdered metal, Kevlar, and organic frictional materials. Who is correct?

What is the purpose of overdrive in the gear assembly?

This figure shows five different ways to configure a transaxle system. Briefly describe the positions of the engine and transaxle in each configuration.

What is the primary advantage of moving the transmission to the rear of the vehicle?

Classroom Manual Manual Drivetrains and Axles Safety

Drivetrain Theory Special Tools and Procedures

Clutches Servicing Clutches

Front Drive Axles Servicing Front Drive Axles

Drive Shafts and Universal Joints Servicing Drive Shafts and Universal Joints

Differentials and Drive Axles Servicing Differentials and Drive Axles

Four Wheel Drive Systems Servicing Four Wheel Drive Systems

Advanced Four Wheel Drive Systems Diagnosing 4wd and Awd Control Systems

Drivetrain Electrical and Electronic Systems Servicing Drivetrain Electrical Systems

Electronically Controlled and Automated Transmissions Diagnosing Advanced Electronic Systems

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