Exam 13: Transmission Removal

Tech A says it is not necessary to mark the location of the flexplate because all flexplates feature an offset bolt hole that prevents them from being installed in an incorrect orientation. Tech B says that marking the location of the flexplate to the engine will save time while reinstalling the transmission. Who is correct?

All sensors and connections should be carefully disconnected from the transmission before removal.

Which of the following should be disconnected from the transmission before removing?

Technician A says that transmission cooler lines may be difficult to disconnect and a crows foot wrench may be needed. Technician B says that the torque converter does not need to be disconnected on a RWD transmission removal. Who is correct?

Technician A says before removing any transmission, it is a good practice to start with a clean work area. Technician B says it is a good practice to organize parts when removing them. Who is correct?

A chain should be used to secure the transmission to the transmission jack to prevent it from falling off.

A transmission jack should have which of the following?

Technician A says to slide the transmission completely off the engine when removing it. Technician B says do not stop when lowering the transmission for any reason. Who is correct?

Which of the following is least likely to be a fault found when inspecting a flexplate and flexplate mounting area?

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?

The transmission mount and crossmember can be removed once the transmission jack has been installed under the transmission.

Technician A says before removing any transmission, it is a good practice to start with a clean work area. Technician B says it is a good practice to organize parts when removing them. Who is correct?

There are only a few specialty tools required for transmission removal.

Proper removal and installation of an automatic transmission are just as critical as following the proper rebuilding techniques and practices for that transmission.

Technician A says that large components removed during the transmission removal should be secured from falling and damage. Technician B says that disconnecting the battery is not needed as the radio might need special reset codes. Who is correct?

Choose the correct statement with respect to removing the transmission.

Technician A says the vehicles flexplate and bolts should always be inspected. Technician B says that some service procedures recommend replacing all of the flexplate bolts. Who is correct?

Technician A says some vehicles are equipped with a dust cover that needs to be removed to access the bolts connecting the torque converter to the flywheel. Technician B says when removing a transmission, you do not need to disconnect the transmission cooler lines. Who is correct?

What may be done to access the bolts that secure the rear of the drive shaft to the pinion of the differential assembly?

The driveshaft mounting orientation should always be marked to avoid any vibration/balance concerns after repairs.