Exam 20: Dual Clutch Transmissions

Technician A says that a wet clutch is not hydraulically actuated. Technician B says that a dry clutch contains two single disc clutches for use in high torque applications. Who is correct?

The dual clutch system can either be nested or be in parallel configuration.

A dual clutch transmission does not use a ________.

Each clutch in a dry clutch system is operated by the same clutch release mechanism.

A dry clutch system is operated by:

Technician A says that a dry clutch is lighter weight and is used for more fuel efficiency. Technician B says that a dry clutch has a hydraulic system that controls operation and adds weight to the system. Who is correct?

Which of the following should be done after installing the clutch release bearing assembly into the case?

Which of the following statements regarding a dry clutch system is NOT true?

Tech A states that it will be necessary to remove the transmission from the vehicle to replace the dual clutch. Tech B states that if the clutch needs to be replaced the entire transmission should be rebuilt. Who is correct?

Which of the following statements is true with respect to a dry clutch?

The dual clutch system contains a set of damper springs. Technician A says that these springs help reduce shift shock as the clutch is applied. Technician B says that the springs help absorb engine pulses while driving the vehicle. Who is correct?

Technician A says that a wet clutch is not hydraulically actuated. Technician B says that a dry clutch contains two single disc clutches for use in high torque applications. Who is correct?

Technician A says that dual clutch systems contain a set of damper springs to absorb engine pulses while the vehicle is driving. Technician B says that the damper springs help reduce damaging shift shock as the clutch is applied. Who is correct?

Identify the component given in the figure.

What type of clutches are used to hold or drive individual members of the planetary set in an automatic transmission?

The function of the blocker ring synchromesh unit is to:

A customer has a concern that their new vehicle, equipped with a dry-type dual clutch, shifts rough. Which of these is most likely the cause?

Tech A states that dual clutch transmissions use a traditional flywheel like a manual transmission. Tech B states that dual clutch transmissions use a flexplate like an automatic. Who is correct?

Choose the correct statement with respect to the construction and operation of a dual clutch transmission.

Tech A states that it will be necessary to remove the transmission from the vehicle to replace the dual clutch. Tech B states that if the clutch needs to be replaced the entire transmission should be rebuilt. Who is correct?