WorksheetsClutch & transmission
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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
