Deck 18: Transmission Reassembly

Question 1

All of the following statements are true with respect to final transmission assembly except:

A) Any clutches that are being installed should be soaked in the correct automatic transmission fluid for at least 15 minutes before assembling the transmission.
B) All components should be lubricated with the correct automatic transmission fluid, or transmission assembly lube, as they are installed in the transmission.
C) Force the transmission parts together as they do not go together easily.
D) Certain components may need to be frozen in order to install them into the transmission.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

When installing valve body bolts:

A) look up torque specifications and torque sequences.
B) use a small air ratchet.
C) use an impact gun.
D) the bolts need not be location specific.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

When installing a transmission, which of these is an alternate to using a support tool?

A) Weld the reaction gear and the output shaft together.
B) Use thread locking compound to glue the reaction ring gear to the output shaft.
C) Install the output shaft into the transmission with the vehicle speed sensor reluctor wheel intact.
D) Remove all lubrication from the output shaft and the reaction gear so that they are held together by friction.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

When installing the reaction planetary carrier down into the reaction ring gear, what should be done for the carrier to fit down into the transmission?

A) Rotate the planet gears.
B) Apply extra lubrication.
C) Apply mild force to make them fit.
D) Rotate the reaction ring gear.

Question 5

Which of the following should be installed after the planetary carrier is installed?

A) Low/reverse clutch components.
B) Sun gear.
C) 2-4 brake band.
D) Rear thrust bearing and output shaft.

Question 6

Which of the following tools is used after the new input shaft seals are installed and before the reverse input drum is ready to be installed?

A) Small air ratchet
B) Seal stretching tool
C) Seal resizing tool
D) Impact gun

Question 7

Tech A says that if you are familiar with a transmission it is not necessary to check for updates before assembling the transmission. Tech B says that you should always check for revised specifications and/or service updates before assembling the transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 8

Tech A says that it is fine to tighten bolts on a transmission using an air ratchet if you set the torque level low on the air ratchet. Tech B states that a torque wrench should always be used when torqueing bolts. Who is correct?

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

Question 9

Tech A states that clutches should be soaked in the correct transmission fluid before installing them into transmission. Tech B states that clutches should be soaked for at least 15 minutes before installation. Who is correct?

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

Question 10

Tech A states that some components may have a torque sequence. Tech B states that some transmission components will have a two-step torqueing process for certain bolts. Who is correct?

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

Question 11

Tech A says that a small amount of epoxy can be used to hold thrust washers in place. Tech B says that a small amount of transmission assembly lubricant can be used to hold check balls in place during transmission assembly. Who is correct?

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

Question 12

Tech A states that you should use a pick to line up all of the clutches and steels in a clutch pack before assembling the transmission. Tech B states that clutches and steels can be lined up by rotating and shaking them. Who is correct?

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

Question 13

Tech A states that on some transmissions it might be necessary to place components in a freezer to allow them to contract slightly. Tech B states that on some transmissions it might be necessary to place components in hot water to allow them to expand slightly. Who is correct?

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

Question 14

All of the following statements with respect to case preparation are true except:

A) The case should be painted with a high quality, high temperature, enamel paint.
B) Use tape or wheel bearing grease to cover up any sealing surfaces so that they do not get paint on them.
C) Any additional seals that need to be reinstalled into the transmission case could easily be done after reassembly of the transmission.
D) Always lubricate the sealing edge of the new seal to prevent the seal from failing during a dry startup.

Question 15

When installing manual shaft seals:

A) do not use a specialty driver.
B) it is easier if the manual shaft is already installed.
C) do not lubricate the sealing edge.
D) make sure that the manual shaft seal is straight as it is installed.

Question 16

Tech A states that proper transmission assembly is critical for the repair job to be successful. Tech B says that all components of the automatic transmission should have been rebuilt and/or inspected before the reassembly process begins. Who is correct?

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

Question 17

Tech A states that seals should be lubricated with transmission assembly lubricant during assembly. Tech B states that wheel bearing grease should be used to lubricate seals such as the output shaft seal. Who is correct?

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

Question 18

All of the following statements are true with respect to end play except:

A) End play also measures the amount of free play in the geartrain inside the transmission.
B) It is checked by placing the transmission so that the input shaft is horizontal.
C) It can be measured using a dial indicator that is placed on the end of the input shaft.
D) Depending on the transmission, either the input shaft will need to be pulled up or the output shaft will need to be pushed up.

Question 19

End play can be corrected by:

A) installing select fit thrust washers of different thicknesses.
B) balancing using counterweights.
C) increasing the amount of available lubrication.
D) modifying the bearing of the input shaft.

Question 20

Tech A states that an end play measurement that is too small can mean that you have excessive clearance in the clutch packs. Tech B states that an end play measurement that is too large means that the thrust washers are too big. Who is correct?

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

Question 21

Technician A says that painting a rebuilt transmission helps to identify it as being a rebuilt transmission. Technician B says that painting a rebuilt transmission prevents the housing from leaking due to case porosity. Who is correct?

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

Question 22

A special bushing installation tool is usually needed to correctly install the front pump bushing without damaging it.

Question 23

Which of the following bushings is most likely to be worn and need replacement during a transmission repair or overhaul?

A) Front pump bushing
B) Extension housing bushing
C) Any friction-type bushing
D) Both the front pump and extension housing bushings

Question 24

Which of the following should you inspect each bushing inside an automatic transmission for?

A) Scratches
B) Scoring
C) Large pits
D) All of the above

Question 25

When may it be necessary to purchase a complete bushing replacement kit and replace every bushing inside the transmission?

A) If the transmission is 10 years old or more
B) If the transmission is low-mileage
C) If the transmission is high-mileage
D) If the transmission is fluid is discolored

Question 26

Many internal automatic transmission bushings are a split ring bushing that must be installed carefully to prevent splitting the new bearing apart.

Question 27

The technician should always use a bushing driver to install new bushings into an automatic transmission.

Question 28

If thrust bearings or washers are worn, ______ movement of components inside the automatic transmission will be allowed, affecting their operation.

A) Parallel
B) Lateral
C) Horizontal
D) None of the above

Question 29

Which of the following can be worn by metal check balls?

A) Valve body
B) Spool valves
C) Separator plate
D) Both A and C

Question 30

Where should compressed air should be used to ensure each fluid passage is clear and unobstructed?

A) Transmission case
B) Valve body
C) Input and output shafts
D) All of the above

Question 31

When rebuilding an automatic transmission, check valves and/or check balls should be inspected for wear and damage.

Question 32

Piston on both accumulators and a servos should be inspected for cracks.

Question 33

What purpose does painting a rebuilt transmission serve?

A) It helps identify a transmission that was previously rebuilt.
B) It helps seal the transmission after it has been cleaned
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 34

A misplaced valve body bolt can cause catastrophic damage when the vehicle is started if the bolt protrudes into any of the rotating parts of the transmission from the valve body area.

Question 35

What problems may occur if you fail to torque parts correctly when reassembling an automatic transmission?

A) A premature failure of the transmission
B) A second visit from an unhappy customer
C) Damage to the threaded holes or case warping
D) All of the above

Question 36

Automatic transmission parts may require lots of wiggling and turning when you are attempting to reassemble the transmission, but if you try to force them together, you will succeed only in damaging the parts.

Question 37

Technician A says you should coat lip seals with transmission assembly lube. Technician B says you can use petroleum jelly to lubricate lip seals. Who is correct?

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

Question 38

Technician A says preload refers to the amount of force placed on a bearing before any load is on the bearing. Technician B says free play refers to the distance that a bearing is able to turn before locking up. Who is correct?

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

Question 39

What are the best tools to install a new transmission seal in the extension housing?

A) Seal installation tool and hammer
B) Hammer and drift punch
C) Hydraulic press and flat steel plate
D) A large socket and a brass hammer

Question 40

On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, what needs to be removed to replace the extension housing bushing?

A) Motor mounts
B) Torque converter and front pump
C) Drive shaft and the extension housing
D) Valve body

Question 41

Technician A says all components of the oil delivery circuit in an automatic transmission must be inspected for debris during a transmission rebuild. Technician B says that this is not necessary since all debris would be captured by the transmission filter. Who is correct?

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

Question 42

Technician A says you should coat lip seals with transmission assembly lube during installation to prevent damaging the seal. Technician B says you should use chassis grease to lubricate lip seals during installation to prevent damaging the seal. Who is correct?

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

Question 43

When assembling the transmission, which of the following is installed last?

A) Transmission filter
B) Manual valve
C) External sensors
D) Extension housing

Question 44

All of the following statements are true with respect to end play except:

A) End play also measures the amount of free play in the geartrain inside the transmission.
B) It is checked by placing the transmission so that the input shaft is horizontal.
C) It can be measured using a dial indicator that is placed on the end of the input shaft.
D) Depending on the transmission, either the input shaft will need to be pulled up or the output shaft will need to be pushed up.

Question 45

End play can be corrected by:

A) installing select fit thrust washers of different thicknesses.
B) balancing using counterweights.
C) increasing the amount of available lubrication.
D) modifying the bearing of the input shaft.

Question 46

Tech A states that an end play measurement that is too small can mean that you have excessive clearance in the clutch packs. Tech B states that an end play measurement that is too large means that the thrust washers are too big. Who is correct?

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

Question 47

All of the following statements with respect to case preparation are true except:

A) The case should be painted with a high quality, high temperature, enamel paint.
B) Use tape or wheel bearing grease to cover up any sealing surfaces so that they do not get paint on them.
C) Any additional seals that need to be reinstalled into the transmission case could easily be done after reassembly of the transmission.
D) Always lubricate the sealing edge of the new seal to prevent the seal from failing during a dry startup.

Question 48

When installing manual shaft seals:

A) do not use a specialty driver.
B) it is easier if the manual shaft is already installed.
C) do not lubricate the sealing edge.
D) make sure that the manual shaft seal is straight as it is installed.

Question 49

Tech A states that proper transmission assembly is critical for the repair job to be successful. Tech B says that all components of the automatic transmission should have been rebuilt and/or inspected before the reassembly process begins. Who is correct?

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

Question 50

Tech A states that seals should be lubricated with transmission assembly lubricant during assembly. Tech B states that wheel bearing grease should be used to lubricate seals such as the output shaft seal. Who is correct?

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

Question 51

All of the following statements are true with respect to final transmission assembly except:

A) Any clutches that are being installed should be soaked in the correct automatic transmission fluid for at least 15 minutes before assembling the transmission.
B) All components should be lubricated with the correct automatic transmission fluid, or transmission assembly lube, as they are installed in the transmission.
C) Force the transmission parts together as they do not go together easily.
D) Certain components may need to be frozen in order to install them into the transmission.

Question 52

When installing valve body bolts:

A) look up torque specifications and torque sequences.
B) use a small air ratchet.
C) use an impact gun.
D) the bolts need not be location specific.

Question 53

When installing a transmission, which of these is an alternate to using a support tool?

A) Weld the reaction gear and the output shaft together.
B) Use thread locking compound to glue the reaction ring gear to the output shaft.
C) Install the output shaft into the transmission with the vehicle speed sensor reluctor wheel intact.
D) Remove all lubrication from the output shaft and the reaction gear so that they are held together by friction.

Question 54

Which of the following should be installed after the planetary carrier is installed?

A) Low/reverse clutch components.
B) Sun gear.
C) 2-4 brake band.
D) Rear thrust bearing and output shaft.

Question 55

Tech A says that if you are familiar with a transmission it is not necessary to check for updates before assembling the transmission. Tech B says that you should always check for revised specifications and/or service updates before assembling the transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 56

Tech A says that it is fine to tighten bolts on a transmission using an air ratchet if you set the torque level low on the air ratchet. Tech B states that a torque wrench should always be used when torqueing bolts. Who is correct?

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

Question 57

Tech A states that clutches should be soaked in the correct transmission fluid before installing them into transmission. Tech B states that clutches should be soaked for at least 15 minutes before installation. Who is correct?

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

Question 58

Tech A says that a small amount of epoxy can be used to hold thrust washers in place. Tech B says that a small amount of transmission assembly lubricant can be used to hold check balls in place during transmission assembly. Who is correct?

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

Question 59

Tech A states that you should use a pick to line up all of the clutches and steels in a clutch pack before assembling the transmission. Tech B states that clutches and steels can be lined up by rotating and shaking them. Who is correct?

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

Question 60

Technician A says that transmission end play can be adjusted with select fit thrust washers. Technician B says that transmission end play should be measured after the front pump is installed. Who is correct?

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

Question 61

Technician A says that painting a rebuilt transmission helps to identify it as being a rebuilt transmission. Technician B says that painting a rebuilt transmission prevents the housing from leaking due to case porosity. Who is correct?

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

Question 62

Which of the following terms refers to the amount of force placed on a bearing before any vehicle load is on the bearing?

A) End play
B) Free play
C) Bearing force load
D) Preload

Question 63

Which of the following terms refers to the amount that a bearing is able to move before hitting the bearing race?

A) Crush fit
B) Free play
C) Bearing force load
D) Preload

Question 64

Which of the following bushings is most likely to be worn and need replacement during a transmission repair or overhaul?

A) Front pump bushing
B) Extension housing bushing
C) Any friction-type bushing
D) Both the front pump and extension housing bushings

Question 65

Which of the following should you inspect each bushing inside an automatic transmission for?

A) Scratches
B) Scoring
C) Large pits
D) All of the above

Question 66

When may it be necessary to purchase a complete bushing replacement kit and replace every bushing inside the transmission?

A) If the transmission is 10 years old or more
B) If the transmission is low-mileage
C) If the transmission is high-mileage
D) If the transmission is fluid is discolored

Question 67

If thrust bearings or washers are worn, ______ movement of components inside the automatic transmission will be allowed, affecting their operation.

A) Parallel
B) Lateral
C) Horizontal
D) None of the above

Question 68

What should be used to check the thickness of a thrust washer, and the thickness should be compared to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

A) A machinist's square
B) A measuring tape
C) A machinist's scale
D) A micrometer

Question 69

When reinstalling _________ in an automatic transmission, apply a small amount of transmission assembly lube to hold them in place.

A) Thrust bearings
B) Thrust washers
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 70

Which of the following can be worn by metal check balls?

A) Valve body
B) Spool valves
C) Separator plate
D) Both A and C

Question 71

Where should compressed air should be used to ensure each fluid passage is clear and unobstructed?

A) Transmission case
B) Valve body
C) Input and output shafts
D) All of the above

Question 72

What purpose does painting a rebuilt transmission serve?

A) It helps identify a transmission that was previously rebuilt.
B) It helps seal the transmission after it has been cleaned
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 73

What problems may occur if you fail to torque parts correctly when reassembling an automatic transmission?

A) A premature failure of the transmission
B) A second visit from an unhappy customer
C) Damage to the threaded holes or case warping
D) All of the above

Question 74

Techncian A says preload refers to the amount of force placed on a bearing before any working load is exerted on the bearing. Technician B says free play refers to the amount that a bearing is able to move before hitting the bearing race. Who is correct?

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

Question 75

Technician A says you should coat lip seals with transmission assembly lube. Technician B says you can use petroleum jelly to lubricate lip seals. Who is correct?

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

Question 76

Technician A says preload refers to the amount of force placed on a bearing before any load is on the bearing. Technician B says free play refers to the distance that a bearing is able to turn before locking up. Who is correct?

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

Question 77

What are the best tools to install a new transmission seal in the extension housing?

A) Seal installation tool and hammer
B) Hammer and drift punch
C) Hydraulic press and flat steel plate
D) A large socket and a brass hammer

Question 78

On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, what needs to be removed to replace the extension housing bushing?

A) Motor mounts
B) Torque converter and front pump
C) Drive shaft and the extension housing
D) Valve body

Question 79

A ________ should be used to check the thickness of a thrust washer, and the thickness should be compared to the manufacturer's specification.

A) Micrometer
B) Dial indicator
C) Machinist scale
D) Feeler gauge

Question 80

When reinstalling thrust bearings or washers in a transmission, apply a small amount of ______ to help hold it in place.

A) Transmission assembly lube
B) Room temperature vulcanizing silicone
C) Transmission fluid
D) Chassis grease