7/8: Transmissions And Drivetrains

Which type of fluid goes in an automatic transmission?

• ATF

• DOT

• Hydraulic Oil

• Gear Oil

An automatic transmission experiences a mild leak of fluid at the pan gasket. Technician A says a leak-stopping additive may be added to stop the leak. Technician B says to use RTV sealant at the leak area to stop the leak. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

On a rear-wheel-drive truck, which component transfers power from the transmission to the rear axle?

• CV axle

• driveshaft

• rear control arms

• transaxle

The transmissions on front-wheel-drive vehicles are called:

• afterdrives

• transaxles

• transmissions

• underdrives

If fluid is leaking from around the automatic transmission pan, what should be replaced?

• the fluid

• the rear seal

• the gasket

• the transmission

Which engine part transfers torque to the transmission flywheel?

• camshaft

• crankshaft

• oil pump

• distributor

How often should automatic transmission fluid be changed in a vehicle?

• every 30 months

• every 60 months

• per the repair shop recommendations

• per the specifications

Where would a technician find the manufacturer's specification for changing automatic transmission fluid?

• at the parts store

• from the owner

• in the vehicle owner's manual

• from another technician

How many CV joints are on a front-wheel-drive CV axle?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Technician A says that all automatic transmission fluids (ATF) are interchangeable. Technician B says that new ATF should be pink in color. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B