A-2 Automatic Transmission Certification Practice Test Answers

16.

Answer A is wrong. Both technicians are correct.

Answer B is wrong. Both technicians are correct.

Answer C is correct. The EPC is also known as a VFS (variable force solenoid).

Answer D is wrong. Both technicians are correct.

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17.

Answer A is wrong. Chipped gear teeth are likely to make noise and possibly a vibration.

Answer B is correct. If the stator one-way clutch does not lock the vehicle will suffer from a sluggish start.

Answer C is wrong. Technician B is correct.

Answer D is wrong. Technician B is correct.

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18.

Answer A is wrong. The sun gear uses external teeth in mesh with the pinion gears.

Answer B is correct. The ring or annulas gear has internal teeth and is in mesh with the pinion gears.

Answer C is wrong. The pinion gear set has external teeth in mesh with both the sun and pinion gears.

Answer D is wrong. The spur gear is a straight (not helical) gear used in older manual transmissions.

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19.

Answer A is wrong. Small knicks,scratches, and burrs can be removed from the hub using fine crocus cloth.

Answer B is correct. The depth of the converter into the case assures proper engagement of the transmission pump to the torque converter hub.

Answer C is wrong. Technician B is correct.

Answer D is wrong. Technician B is correct.

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20.

Answer A is wrong. The transmission control module uses inputs from the ECT, MAF, VSS, TPI etc.

Answer B is correct. The MAF (mass air flow) sensor provides information about engine load to the TCM (transmission control module) and is important for shift control.

Answer C is wrong. Technician B is correct.

Answer D is wrong. Technician B is correct.

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