WorksheetsChapter 16 Drivetrain Test Review
Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 16mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is used to change speed, torque, and direction of travel?
a)
drive shafts
b)
gears
c)
U-joints
d)
clutches
2.
A ___________, used in conjunction with a pressure plate, is the connection between a manual transmission and engine.
a)
drive shaft
b)
gear
c)
U-joint
d)
clutch
3.
A(n) ____________ _____________ is computer controlled where the driver only selects a forward or reverse gear.
a)
Automatic Transmission
b)
Manual Transmission
c)
Torque Converter
d)
Gear Set
4.
Which drivetrain type commonly has a 4WD Low Range and 4WD High Range?
a)
front-wheel drive
b)
rear-wheel drive
c)
four-wheel drive
d)
all-wheel drive
5.
What is the gear ratio of a gear set that has 36 teeth on the driven gear and 36 teeth on the drive gear?
a)
1:1
b)
24:1
c)
48:1
d)
432:1
6.
CVT stands for ______________________.
a)
continuously variable transmission
b)
causal variable transmission
c)
connecting variable transmission
d)
caustic variable transmission
7.
Which of the following do front-wheel drive vehicles utilize?
a)
drive shafts with U-joints
b)
rear differential
c)
transaxles and CV shafts
d)
rear axle housing
8.
What could be the problem if a clicking noise is heard when turning a front-wheel drive vehicle?
a)
worn CV joints
b)
worn tires
c)
worn rear brake shoes
d)
worn differential gears
9.
Which vehicle has an engine that is mounted longitudinally?
a)
A
b)
B
10.
Which vehicle has an engine that is mounted transversely?
a)
A
b)
B
11.
Which of the following statements is false?
a)
A torque converter uses fluid to connect the engine to the transmission.
b)
A torque converter uses a clutch to connect the engine to the transmission.
c)
A torque converter uses a pressure plate to connect the engine to the transmission.
d)
A torque converter is used in all manual transmissions.
12.
Automatic transmissions generate a lot of heat. Which of the following is true?
a)
Excessive heat is recaptured and converted to electricity.
b)
Excessive heat is used to warm the passenger’s cabin.
c)
Excessive heat lengthens the life of the transmission.
d)
Excessive heat shortens the life of the transmission.
13.
What sensor is NOT used to send information to an electronic transmission control module?
a)
wheel speed sensor
b)
throttle position sensor
c)
turbine position sensor
d)
camshaft position sensor
14.
What combines the transmission and differential into one unit on front wheel drive vehicles?
a)
transaxle
b)
live axle
c)
dead axle
d)
continuous axle
15.
Many all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles have a ___________ differential. This differential allows the torque to be split at different amounts between the front and back.
a)
front
b)
back
c)
center
d)
left
16.
What is an advantage of an Automatic transmission?
a)
Better use of the vehicle's total power capacity
b)
Increased Fuel Consumption
c)
Weighs more helping to stabilize the vehicle
d)
Car can be towed to start the engine
17.
What is the torque when the engine is 1500rpm's?
a)
140ft/lbs
b)
150 ft/lbs
c)
170 ft/lbs
d)
160 ft/lbs
18.
What is the torque when the engine is 6500 rpm's?
a)
140ft/lbs
b)
150 ft/lbs
c)
130 ft/lbs
d)
160 ft/lbs
19.
What can be said about the power curve of this transmission?
a)
The engine can only make so much power before it looses power
b)
The engine can make unlimited power
c)
The power at the lower RPM's is greater than when it is at higher RPM's
20.
Manual transmissions have a dipstick to check the fluid level.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
Technician A says that rear-wheel drive vehicles usually get better traction than front-wheel drive vehicles. Technician B says that front-wheel drive vehicles get extremely good traction due to the weight of the engine and transaxle. Who is correct?
a)
Technician A
b)
Technician B
c)
Both Technicians
d)
Neither Technician
22.
Technician A says that all-wheel drive vehicles are the same as four-wheel drive vehicles. Technician B says that front-wheel drive drivetrains are the most common on cars today. Who is correct?
a)
Technician A
b)
Technician B
c)
Both Technicians
d)
Neither Technician
23.
Technician A says that automatic transmissions use a clutch and pressure plate to change from one gear ratio to another. Technician B says that most automatic transmissions use heavyweight gear oil for lubrication. Who is correct?
a)
Technician A
b)
Technician B
c)
Both Technicians
d)
Neither Technician
24.
Technician A says that on front-wheel drive vehicles, a CV shaft connects the transaxle to the wheels. Technician B says that all rear-wheel drive vehicles use CV shafts to connect the transmission to the rear differential. Who is correct?
a)
Technician A
b)
Technician B
c)
Both Technicians
d)
Neither Technician
25.
Technician A says that one benefit of a CVT over an automatic transmission is that it improves fuel economy. Technician B says that one benefit of a CVT over an automatic transmission is that it provides a smooth ride since there is no gear shifting hesitation or jolt. Who is correct?
a)
Technician A
b)
Technician B
c)
Both Technicians
d)
Neither Technician
26.
A manual transmission uses a torque converter?
a)
True
b)
False
27.
Another name for a torque converter is a fluid coupling?
a)
True
b)
False
28.
Instead of using gears, ____________________ commonly use two variable speed cone-shaped pulleys in conjunction with a belt for an infinitely variable gear ratio.
a)
CVT
b)
Continuously Variable transmission
c)
Automatic Transmission
d)
Manual Transmission
29.
Match the acronym with the correct response.
a)
FWD
1.
Front Wheel Drive
b)
RWD
2.
Rear Wheel Drive
c)
4WD or 4x4
3.
4 Wheel Drive
d)
AWD
4.
All Wheel Drive
30.
What is the name of the component?
a)
CV Axle
b)
Driveshaft
c)
Transfer Shaft
d)
Transmission Shaft
31.
What is the name of this component?
a)
T-Joint
b)
U-Joint
c)
X-Joint
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