Clutch & transmission

Which one of the following will have an effect on the amount of torque transmitted by a clutch?

• Maximum engine speed

• Number of clutch friction plates

• Number of gear ratios

• Maximum road speed

Reverse gear is achieved in a manual gearbox by using

• thrust washers

• a bevel gear

• an idler gear

• a worm gear

One method providing a gearbox interlock to the selectors is by

• cables

• synchromesh units

• plungers and balls

• self lock washer

The purpose of a propeller shaft sliding joint is to allow a

• constant velocity joint to be used

• smooth take up of drive

• change in distance between components

• multi-piece shaft to be used

The reason for aligning universal joints on a propeller shaft is to

• provide a smooth take up of drive

• make propeller shaft removal easier

• maintain a constant velocity within the shaft

• allow a multi-piece shaft to be used

Which of the following is most suitable for checking flywheel run-out?

• Vernier calliper

• Feeler gauge and straight edge

• Slide gauge

• Magnetic base dial test indicator (DTI)

When refitting a clutch assembly which one of the following must be aligned with the spigot bearing to ensure correct fitting to the gearbox?

• Clutch cover

• Clutch release bearing

• Clutch pedal

• Clutch centre plate

Before fitting a replacement clutch assembly, the flywheel should be

• rubbed with emery paper

• cleaned using a brush and solvent

• cleaned using a brush and petrol

• checked for end-float

Air in a hydraulically operated release mechanism will cause

• judder on take off

• slip during hill climbing

• difficulty in changing gear

• spin between gear changes

If springs numbered 1 in the diagram shown are broken, this causes the clutch to

• judder

• slip

• drag

• spin