Question 1

The ____ disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing it to continue running while the vehicle is at rest.

Accepted Answer

A)  slave cylinder 
B)  clutch 
C)  radius plate 
D)  shim 
A)  slave cylinder 
B)  clutch 
C)  radius plate 
D)  shim B

Question 2

What are the disadvantages of a coil spring clutch?

Accepted Answer

Disadvantages of a coil spring clutch include: 
- To disengage it requires more pedal pressure from the driver. 
- As the disc wears, it does not apply the clutch as heavily. 
- It must be precisely balanced at the factory after assembly.

Question 3

A clutch is found on vehicles with automatic transmissions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

While having a discussion about clutch application, Technician A says that when you apply the pedal, you release the clutch. Technician B says that when you release the pedal, you apply the clutch. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B 
A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 5

A diaphragm clutch has a(n) ____________________ spring, also called a Belleville spring, that is used instead of release levers and coil springs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A diaphragm clutch has a(n) ____________________ spring,...

Question 6

Which of the following is LEAST-likely a component of the clutch?

Accepted Answer

A)  Flywheel 
B)  Pressure plate 
C)  Shim 
D)  Clutch disc 
A)  Flywheel 
B)  Pressure plate 
C)  Shim 
D)  Clutch disc

Question 7

While having a discussion, Technician A says that standard release bearings remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Technician B says that standard release bearings do not remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B 
A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 8

____________________ control allows the clutch to be applied gradually.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ control allows the clutch to be...

Question 9

What is a drawback to clutch cables?

Accepted Answer

A drawback to clutch

Question 10

Facing material must be able to withstand the extreme heat that is generated as the clutch is slipped during engagement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Some newer hydraulic systems have the slave cylinder as part of the release bearing. 
B)  Hydraulic systems are popular on custom vehicles because adaptation of the clutch release mechanism is easy. 
C)  The output piston is located in the reaction or actuator cylinder, commonly called a slave cylinder. 
D)  The master cylinder input piston is located in the diaphragm spring. 
A)  Some newer hydraulic systems have the slave cylinder as part of the release bearing. 
B)  Hydraulic systems are popular on custom vehicles because adaptation of the clutch release mechanism is easy. 
C)  The output piston is located in the reaction or actuator cylinder, commonly called a slave cylinder. 
D)  The master cylinder input piston is located in the diaphragm spring.

Question 12

A series of large rivets, called stop pins, prevent the hub from excessively compressing the springs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What are the advantages of coil springs over diaphragm springs?

Accepted Answer

There are some advantages to a coil spri

Question 14

The pressure plate assembly is also called the ____________________ assembly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The pressure plate assembly is also called...

Question 15

The ____________________ is the inner part of the disc. It includes the splines that slide over the input shaft.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ is the inner part of...

Question 16

A ____ is used on a few vehicles to reduce noise and vibration and allow smoother gear shifting.

Accepted Answer

A)  spread 
B)  thrustline 
C)  ball socket 
D)  dual mass flywheel 
A)  spread 
B)  thrustline 
C)  ball socket 
D)  dual mass flywheel

Question 17

The part MOST-Likely attached to cover assembly at pivot points is:

Accepted Answer

A)  release levers 
B)  shims 
C)  slip plates 
D)  clutch hub 
A)  release levers 
B)  shims 
C)  slip plates 
D)  clutch hub

Question 18

____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although they are occasionally made of rubber. They are positioned between the disc plate and the clutch hub to absorb shock during engagement.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although...

Question 19

What are some differences between a clutch master cylinder and a single brake master cylinder?

Accepted Answer

There are some differences between a clu

Question 20

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Some release bearings found on older European cars use a round carbon ring that slowly wears away with each use. 
B)  An overcenter assist spring pulls the pedal toward the floor during the first half of travel and upward during the second half of travel. 
C)  The clutch fork fits between the release bearing and the clutch cable or linkage. 
D)  The release bearing hub has a provision to attach it to the clutch fork. 
A)  Some release bearings found on older European cars use a round carbon ring that slowly wears away with each use. 
B)  An overcenter assist spring pulls the pedal toward the floor during the first half of travel and upward during the second half of travel. 
C)  The clutch fork fits between the release bearing and the clutch cable or linkage. 
D)  The release bearing hub has a provision to attach it to the clutch fork.

Exam 69: Clutch Fundamentals

The ____ disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing it to continue running while the vehicle is at rest.

What are the disadvantages of a coil spring clutch?

A clutch is found on vehicles with automatic transmissions.

While having a discussion about clutch application, Technician A says that when you apply the pedal, you release the clutch. Technician B says that when you release the pedal, you apply the clutch. Who is correct?

A diaphragm clutch has a(n) ____________________ spring, also called a Belleville spring, that is used instead of release levers and coil springs.

Which of the following is LEAST-likely a component of the clutch?

While having a discussion, Technician A says that standard release bearings remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Technician B says that standard release bearings do not remain in constant contact with the clutch cover. Who is correct?

____________________ control allows the clutch to be applied gradually.

What is a drawback to clutch cables?

Facing material must be able to withstand the extreme heat that is generated as the clutch is slipped during engagement.

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

A series of large rivets, called stop pins, prevent the hub from excessively compressing the springs.

What are the advantages of coil springs over diaphragm springs?

The pressure plate assembly is also called the ____________________ assembly.

The ____________________ is the inner part of the disc. It includes the splines that slide over the input shaft.

A ____ is used on a few vehicles to reduce noise and vibration and allow smoother gear shifting.

The part MOST-Likely attached to cover assembly at pivot points is:

____________________ dampers are usually coil springs, although they are occasionally made of rubber. They are positioned between the disc plate and the clutch hub to absorb shock during engagement.

What are some differences between a clutch master cylinder and a single brake master cylinder?

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

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