Question 1

The purpose of the stator in a torque converter is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  prevent fluid leaks. 
B)  allow torque multiplication. 
C)  improve fuel economy. 
D)  lock up the turbine during cruise conditions. 
A)  prevent fluid leaks. 
B)  allow torque multiplication. 
C)  improve fuel economy. 
D)  lock up the turbine during cruise conditions.

Question 2

What is achieved when the transmission fluid first runs through the external cooler and then through the cooler in the radiator?

Accepted Answer

A)  It increases the viscosity of the transmission fluid. 
B)  It prevents overcooling of the transmission fluid. 
C)  It draws heat away from the fluid in the transmission pan. 
D)  It prevents overheating of the transmission fluid. 
A)  It increases the viscosity of the transmission fluid. 
B)  It prevents overcooling of the transmission fluid. 
C)  It draws heat away from the fluid in the transmission pan. 
D)  It prevents overheating of the transmission fluid.

Question 3

Technician A says when servicing an automatic transmission, it is never necessary to adjust the shift linkage or range sensor. Technician B says an improperly adjusted shifter linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to not start. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

The transmission fluid warmer assembly uses a thermostatic valve to direct the flow of transmission fluid depending on temperature. Which of the statements are True about how the thermostatic valve routes ATF?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluid is sent through the heated warmer assembly when the ATF is cold 
B)  Fluid is sent through the heated warmer assembly when the ATF is hot 
C)  Fluid bypasses the heated warmer assembly if the ATF is hot 
D)  Both A and C 
A)  Fluid is sent through the heated warmer assembly when the ATF is cold 
B)  Fluid is sent through the heated warmer assembly when the ATF is hot 
C)  Fluid bypasses the heated warmer assembly if the ATF is hot 
D)  Both A and C

Question 5

Technician A says that a torque converter usually gets replaced when the transmission is rebuilt. Technician B says that a torque converter can sometimes fail by itself. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician 
A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician

Question 6

Torque converter lockup normally occurs at lower road speeds and when the vehicle is under light load.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When the torque converter clutch is engaged, what are the springs which dampen engine and drive line vibrations called?

Accepted Answer

A)  Transmission support 
B)  Drive line torsional 
C)  Torsional damper 
D)  Torsional muffler 
A)  Transmission support 
B)  Drive line torsional 
C)  Torsional damper 
D)  Torsional muffler

Question 8

Technician A says an improperly adjusted shift linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to start in gear. Technician B says an improperly adjusted shift linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to not start. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

Technician A says that when measuring converter end play with a special tool, a dial indicator must always be used. Technician B says that when using snap ring pliers, a technician can usually judge the amount of end play with some practice. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician 
A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician

Question 10

Which of the following is a type of fluid flow in a torque converter?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rotary flow 
B)  Vortex flow 
C)  Spiral flow 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Rotary flow 
B)  Vortex flow 
C)  Spiral flow 
D)  All of the above

Question 11

Tech A says that the impeller is splined to the input shaft. Tech B says that the stator is fixed solidly to the torque converter housing. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

Technician A says that a turbine tool is needed to test for converter end play. Technician B says that a pair of snap ring pliers can be used. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician 
A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician

Question 13

Technician A says a fluid coupler is basically two fans facing each other. Technician B says that one fan is being driven by the engine, while the other fan is being driven by fluid from the first fan, turning the input shaft of the transmission. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician 
A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both technicians 
D)  Neither technician

Question 14

When servicing an automatic transmission, it may be necessary to adjust the _______ along with the transmission range sensor.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sprag assembly 
B)  Line pressure 
C)  Transfer case fluid level 
D)  Shift linkage 
A)  Sprag assembly 
B)  Line pressure 
C)  Transfer case fluid level 
D)  Shift linkage

Question 15

Tech A states that it is important to keep transmission fluid temperature as low as possible. Tech B states that transmission fluid must be kept about 230 degrees for optimum operation. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

Tech A states that torque converters are completely filled with transmission fluid during operation. Tech B states that torque converters push air around inside like a fan. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

What happens to ATF when it becomes too hot?

Accepted Answer

A)  It can produce cavitation bubbles in the fluid and reduce converter efficiency 
B)  It oxidizes or breaks down prematurely 
C)  It will shorten the life of the transmission fluid greatly 
D)  All of the above 
A)  It can produce cavitation bubbles in the fluid and reduce converter efficiency 
B)  It oxidizes or breaks down prematurely 
C)  It will shorten the life of the transmission fluid greatly 
D)  All of the above

Question 18

Tech A states that the stator is used to improve fuel economy in a torque converter. Tech B states that the stator is used to multiply torque in the torque converter. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

If this automatic transmission component is not adjusted properly, the vehicle may not start, or it may start in gear, resulting in a major safety hazard.

Accepted Answer

A)  Shift linkage 
B)  Transmission range sensor 
C)  Lock-up torque converter 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  Shift linkage 
B)  Transmission range sensor 
C)  Lock-up torque converter 
D)  Both A and B

Question 20

A torque converter has the main benefit over a manual transmission of:

Accepted Answer

A)  torque multiplication. 
B)  extra cooling. 
C)  manual control of the disengagement of the transmission. 
D)  reduced weight. 
A)  torque multiplication. 
B)  extra cooling. 
C)  manual control of the disengagement of the transmission. 
D)  reduced weight.

Exam 9: Torque Converter Principles

The purpose of the stator in a torque converter is to:

What is achieved when the transmission fluid first runs through the external cooler and then through the cooler in the radiator?

Technician A says when servicing an automatic transmission, it is never necessary to adjust the shift linkage or range sensor. Technician B says an improperly adjusted shifter linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to not start. Who is correct?

The transmission fluid warmer assembly uses a thermostatic valve to direct the flow of transmission fluid depending on temperature. Which of the statements are True about how the thermostatic valve routes ATF?

Technician A says that a torque converter usually gets replaced when the transmission is rebuilt. Technician B says that a torque converter can sometimes fail by itself. Who is correct?

Torque converter lockup normally occurs at lower road speeds and when the vehicle is under light load.

When the torque converter clutch is engaged, what are the springs which dampen engine and drive line vibrations called?

Technician A says an improperly adjusted shift linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to start in gear. Technician B says an improperly adjusted shift linkage and range sensor can cause the vehicle to not start. Who is correct?

Technician A says that when measuring converter end play with a special tool, a dial indicator must always be used. Technician B says that when using snap ring pliers, a technician can usually judge the amount of end play with some practice. Who is correct?

Which of the following is a type of fluid flow in a torque converter?

Tech A says that the impeller is splined to the input shaft. Tech B says that the stator is fixed solidly to the torque converter housing. Who is correct?

Technician A says that a turbine tool is needed to test for converter end play. Technician B says that a pair of snap ring pliers can be used. Who is correct?

Technician A says a fluid coupler is basically two fans facing each other. Technician B says that one fan is being driven by the engine, while the other fan is being driven by fluid from the first fan, turning the input shaft of the transmission. Who is correct?

When servicing an automatic transmission, it may be necessary to adjust the _______ along with the transmission range sensor.

Tech A states that it is important to keep transmission fluid temperature as low as possible. Tech B states that transmission fluid must be kept about 230 degrees for optimum operation. Who is correct?

Tech A states that torque converters are completely filled with transmission fluid during operation. Tech B states that torque converters push air around inside like a fan. Who is correct?

What happens to ATF when it becomes too hot?

Tech A states that the stator is used to improve fuel economy in a torque converter. Tech B states that the stator is used to multiply torque in the torque converter. Who is correct?

If this automatic transmission component is not adjusted properly, the vehicle may not start, or it may start in gear, resulting in a major safety hazard.

A torque converter has the main benefit over a manual transmission of:

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