Exam 13: Transmission Removal

A transmission jack should have which of the following?

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?

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?

Technician A says that all mounts should be removed after the transmission jack is installed. Technician B says that some mounts located on the topside of the vehicle should be removed before installing the transmission jack. Who is correct?

Technician A says that a special tool may be needed to drain and refill the transmission being serviced. Technician B says that a special tool may be needed to reprogram the TCM if it is being replaced. Who is correct?

Transmission removal should only occur after:

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?

Poor workmanship during the removal and installation of an automatic transmission can result in new transmission problems and reflect poorly on the reputation of the repair shop.

The drive axle half shafts must be removed from the transmission during removal.

What should be done if there are cracks in or elongation of bolt holes that mount the flexplate to the crankshaft or torque converter?

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 you should use a pickle fork to separate the ball joint on the suspension to remove the half shafts. Tech B says that you should use a ball joint separator whenever possible to prevent damaging the dust boot. Who is correct?

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?

Two technicians are discussing transmission removal. Tech A says that since it is a flat rate job, the transmission needs to be removed as quickly as possible and items can be inspected once the transmission is out of the vehicle. Tech B says that it is more important to take your time and inspect the components as they are removed to prevent delays later on. Who is correct?

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?

An engine support bar can have two or more support points.

Tech A says that many modern vehicles use quick disconnect fittings on transmission cooler lines that require specialty tools. Tech B says that older vehicles often use a simple flare connection for the cooler lines. Who is correct?