Question 1

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

A dual clutch transmission does not use a ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   differential gear
B)   torque converter
C)   gear selector
D)   park prawl B

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A dry clutch system is operated by:

Accepted Answer

A)   TCM controlled solenoids that control hydraulic oil.
B)   PCM controlled hydraulic pistons.
C)   TCM controlled high-speed motors.
D)   None of the above.

Question 6

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A)   Lubricate the input shaft splines.
B)   Install the spring bolts.
C)   Install the Z washers.
D)   Install the clutch bearing adapter.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A)   There is no hydraulic pump.
B)   There is no hydraulic system to operate the internal components.
C)   The shifts are very smooth.
D)   The shifts are very rough.

Question 9

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A)   It contains one set of multidisc clutches.
B)   It is actuated hydraulically.
C)   It is typically used in higher-torque vehicles.
D)   It contains two sets of single-disc clutches.

Question 11

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

Identify the component given in the figure.

Accepted Answer

A)   Heavy-duty dual clutch for a manual transmission
B)   Single clutch transmission
C)   Dry dual clutch
D)   Dual clutch transmission

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A)   Single-disc dry clutch
B)   Single-disc wet clutch
C)   Multi-disc wet clutch
D)   Multi-disc dry clutch

Question 16

The function of the blocker ring synchromesh unit is to:

Accepted Answer

A)   prevent the partial application of the clutch by centrifugal force.
B)   synchronize the speeds of the gear and the shaft before engagement.
C)   drive the ring gear on the differential.
D)   push up or pull down on the shift forks when needed.

Question 17

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?

Accepted Answer

A)   The clutch damper springs are broken or weak.
B)   This is a normal operating condition for this vehicle, and the customer needs to be informed on this style of transmission operation.
C)   The hydraulic control system is malfunctioning.
D)   There is a problem with the hydraulic wet clutch fluid.

Question 18

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?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A)   The first clutch will drive even-numbered gears, 2, 4, and 6.
B)   The clutches are each connected to a separate input shaft that drives its own set of gear ratios.
C)   The first clutch operates reverse in all transmissions.
D)   The second clutch will drive odd-numbered gears, 1, 3, and 5.

Question 20

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?

Accepted Answer

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

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?