12 Transmission Questions

Which of the following components is NOT part of the clutch release mechanism?

• Clutch pedal
• Pressure plate
• Clutch cable
• Centre plate

The purpose of the sliding joint fitted to a propeller shaft is to allow for:

• any torque fluctuations that occur in the transmission
• changes in the propeller shaft length due to movement
• the drive to be transmitted through a variable angle
• the drive to be transmitted at constant velocity

A customer’s signature is required to authorise work being carried out on a vehicle because it:

• creates a legally binding contract
• is a requirement under the Supply of Goods and Services Act
• enables the garage to retain the car if a dispute occurs
• avoids liability for the garage

What of type of gears are used in a sliding mesh gearbox?

• Helical gears
• Epicyclic gears
• Spur gears
• Hypoid gears

Which of the following faults may produce clutch slip?

• Lack of free play
• Missing pedal rubbers
• Too much free play
• Lack of clutch fluid

To safeguard yourself and others when working in a vehicle repair workshop you should:

• comply with all safety requirements
• be aware of others in your vicinity 
• avoid any inappropriate behavior
• adhereto all of the above

Multi-plate clutches are often used when there is not much space AND:

• a high torque has to be transmitted
• the rate of wear needs to be reduced
• the frictional force has to be increased
• the friction has to be decreased

When carrying out a routine service you should report any defects to your supervisor so that:

• the customer can be contacted to get their authority 
• you can't be blamed if the vehicle goes wrong 
• you show to your supervisor that you are observant 
• the additional parts required can be ordered 

The driver complains of difficulty engaging gears, especially. The most likely cause of thisis:

• clutch wear
• clutch slip
• clutchdrag
• clutch spring breakage

Misaligned propeller shaft universal joints on a rear wheel drive car can cause:

• the transmission to vibrate
• the transmission to whine
• the clutch to judder
• the clutch to wear