Transmission&drivelines lesson 3

What type of forces must the casing of a manual gearbox withstand?

• Vertical forces

• Lateral forces

• Rotational forces

• Gravitational forces

Which of the following is NOT a component housed by precision bores, faces, and grooves in a manual gearbox?

• Bearings

• Washers

• Gaskets

• Springs

What is the purpose of the idler gear in a manual gearbox?

• To increase the car's speed

• To reverse the direction of rotation

• To reduce engine noise

• To control the fuel injection

What is the primary role of the differential in a car's transmission system?

• To control the car's speed

• To allow the wheels to rotate at different speeds

• To manage the car's fuel efficiency

• To adjust the car's suspension

Which gear in the manual gearbox is typically used for the highest speed?

• Gear 1

• Gear 3

• Gear 5

• Gear R

What moves the selector rod inside the gearbox?

• Lever

• Detent

• Synchroniser

• Splines

From which word does the term "helical" originate?

• Helix

• Helium

• Helios

• Heliport

What connects with the dog teeth of the hub in a manual gearbox?

• The clutch plate

• The baulk ring

• The flywheel

• The differential

What does the term 'double-clutching' refer to in manual transmissions?

• A technique that is eliminated by using synchronisers

• A method to increase fuel efficiency

• A way to enhance braking

• A technique to start the car