Question 1

All of the following statements are true with respect to the bolts and nuts securing the torque converter to the flexplate except:

Accepted Answer

A)  All of the engine's power pulses and torque are transmitted through three or four bolts to the torque converter. 
B)  If any bolts are found to be damaged, replace only the damaged torque converter bolts. 
C)  If the converter uses nuts, inspect the threads of the studs on the converter for thread damage. 
D)  If the studs are damaged, the converter will need to be replaced. 
A)  All of the engine's power pulses and torque are transmitted through three or four bolts to the torque converter. 
B)  If any bolts are found to be damaged, replace only the damaged torque converter bolts. 
C)  If the converter uses nuts, inspect the threads of the studs on the converter for thread damage. 
D)  If the studs are damaged, the converter will need to be replaced. B

Question 2

Technician A says that an engine support tool may need to be used when removing a rear-wheel drive transmission. Technician B says that an engine support tool may need to be used when removing a front-wheel drive 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 C

Question 3

Technician A says that a typical RWD driveshaft can be removed just by sliding it out of the transmission. Technician B says that after disconnecting a driveshaft, the u-joint caps should be secured with tape to prevent falling off. 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 C

Question 4

Technician A says that when removing the RWD transmission, it may be necessary to drop the transmission slightly to gain access to the top bellhousing bolts. Technician B says that once a transmission is removed, it is a good practice to inspect the engine dowel pins for damage. 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 5

Technician A says that when removing the ball joint, a ball joint separator must be used and is the preferred method. Technician B says that when separating the ball joint, a pickle fork can be used, but care must be exercised to not damage the dust boot. 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

Tech A says that it may be possible to remove the shift lever from the transmission rather than disconnecting the shift cable. Tech B says that shift cables can become brittle and could break during removal. 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 7

Tech A says that it helps to have a second person help while lowering the transmission down to help watch and ensure nothing becomes caught. Tech B says that if you can drain the transmission before removing it, you can prevent additional messes. 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 8

Which of the following require(s) a crow's foot line wrench on an extension for removal?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cooler line connections 
B)  Electrical connections 
C)  Shift cables 
D)  Vent hoses 
A)  Cooler line connections 
B)  Electrical connections 
C)  Shift cables 
D)  Vent hoses

Question 9

Before performing any transmission removal, it is critical that the service procedure be reviewed completely.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Technician A says that some shops always replace the torque converter with a new or rebuilt unit. Technician B says that if reusing a torque converter, be sure to wipe off any fluid before reinstalling. 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 11

Technician A says a block of wood can be installed to prevent the engine from tilting too far forward. Technician B says that on some vehicles, it may be necessary to use an engine support bar to prevent damage to the engine mounts. 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 12

The dowel pins on the engine are used to align the transmission to the engine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Technician A says that when removing the RWD transmission, it may be necessary to drop the transmission slightly to gain access to the top bellhousing bolts. Technician B says that once a transmission is removed, it is a good practice to inspect the engine dowel pins for damage. 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

The ball joint is separated from the steering knuckle using a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  impact hammer. 
B)  pry bar. 
C)  cotter pin. 
D)  pickle fork. 
A)  impact hammer. 
B)  pry bar. 
C)  cotter pin. 
D)  pickle fork.

Question 15

When installing an engine support bar, care should be taken to:

Accepted Answer

A)  always install on the inside of the front fenders. 
B)  never locate it outside of the engine compartment. 
C)  not damage the area around the core support. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  always install on the inside of the front fenders. 
B)  never locate it outside of the engine compartment. 
C)  not damage the area around the core support. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 16

When installing an engine support bar, care should be taken to:

Accepted Answer

A)  always install on the inside of the front fenders. 
B)  never locate it outside of the engine compartment. 
C)  not damage the area around the core support. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  always install on the inside of the front fenders. 
B)  never locate it outside of the engine compartment. 
C)  not damage the area around the core support. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 17

Technician A says to mark the torque converter location to the flexplate before removal. Technician B says an access cover may need to be removed to gain access to the torque converter bolts. 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 18

It is recommended to drain the transmission before removal to help keep the work area cleaner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Tech A says that you should tape the U-joints after removal to prevent loss of any bearings. Tech B says that U-joints should be replaced when removing the transmission. 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 20

The torque converter should always be marked (or indexed) to the flexplate so it can be reinstalled in the correct location upon reassembly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: Transmission Removal

All of the following statements are true with respect to the bolts and nuts securing the torque converter to the flexplate except:

Technician A says that an engine support tool may need to be used when removing a rear-wheel drive transmission. Technician B says that an engine support tool may need to be used when removing a front-wheel drive transmission. Who is correct?

Technician A says that a typical RWD driveshaft can be removed just by sliding it out of the transmission. Technician B says that after disconnecting a driveshaft, the u-joint caps should be secured with tape to prevent falling off. Who is correct?

Technician A says that when removing the RWD transmission, it may be necessary to drop the transmission slightly to gain access to the top bellhousing bolts. Technician B says that once a transmission is removed, it is a good practice to inspect the engine dowel pins for damage. Who is correct?

Technician A says that when removing the ball joint, a ball joint separator must be used and is the preferred method. Technician B says that when separating the ball joint, a pickle fork can be used, but care must be exercised to not damage the dust boot. Who is correct?

Tech A says that it may be possible to remove the shift lever from the transmission rather than disconnecting the shift cable. Tech B says that shift cables can become brittle and could break during removal. Who is correct?

Tech A says that it helps to have a second person help while lowering the transmission down to help watch and ensure nothing becomes caught. Tech B says that if you can drain the transmission before removing it, you can prevent additional messes. Who is correct?

Which of the following require(s) a crow's foot line wrench on an extension for removal?

Before performing any transmission removal, it is critical that the service procedure be reviewed completely.

Technician A says that some shops always replace the torque converter with a new or rebuilt unit. Technician B says that if reusing a torque converter, be sure to wipe off any fluid before reinstalling. Who is correct?

Technician A says a block of wood can be installed to prevent the engine from tilting too far forward. Technician B says that on some vehicles, it may be necessary to use an engine support bar to prevent damage to the engine mounts. Who is correct?

The dowel pins on the engine are used to align the transmission to the engine.

Technician A says that when removing the RWD transmission, it may be necessary to drop the transmission slightly to gain access to the top bellhousing bolts. Technician B says that once a transmission is removed, it is a good practice to inspect the engine dowel pins for damage. Who is correct?

The ball joint is separated from the steering knuckle using a(n):

When installing an engine support bar, care should be taken to:

When installing an engine support bar, care should be taken to:

Technician A says to mark the torque converter location to the flexplate before removal. Technician B says an access cover may need to be removed to gain access to the torque converter bolts. Who is correct?

It is recommended to drain the transmission before removal to help keep the work area cleaner.

Tech A says that you should tape the U-joints after removal to prevent loss of any bearings. Tech B says that U-joints should be replaced when removing the transmission. Who is correct?

The torque converter should always be marked (or indexed) to the flexplate so it can be reinstalled in the correct location upon reassembly.

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