Deck 13: Transmission Removal

Question 1

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?

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

Answer 1

B

Question 2

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?

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

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Choose the correct statement with respect to removing the transmission.

A) Diagnosis of the transmission should happen after its removal.
B) Removal of transmission does not require specialty tools.
C) A transmission jack used to remove a transmission should be rated at the same weight as the transmission.
D) The engine support bar should never be placed on any component that is located outside of the engine compartment.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Tech A says that when unbolting a transmission from a vehicle it is fine to allow the engine to hang from the engine mounts as they are designed to support the weight of the engine. Tech B says that you need to support the engine with a support tool to prevent damage to the engine and motor mounts. Who is correct?

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

Question 5

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

A) Shift the transmission to neutral and spin the driveshaft.
B) Pull them hard with a pry bar.
C) Heat them slightly so they are easier to remove.
D) Use a pickle fork.

Question 6

Which of the following require(s) a crow's foot line wrench on an extension for removal?

A) Cooler line connections
B) Electrical connections
C) Shift cables
D) Vent hoses

Question 7

Tech A says that you should tape the U-joints after removal to prevent loss of any bearings. Tech B says that U-joints should be replaced when removing 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 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?

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

Question 9

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?

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

Question 10

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

A) Replace the flexplate and the bolts.
B) Replace the bolts only.
C) Bring the holes to their original size by welding.
D) Fix the cracks by applying a sealant.

Question 11

All of the following statements are true with respect to the bolts and nuts securing the torque converter to the flexplate except:

A) All of the engine's power pulses and torque are transmitted through three or four bolts to the torque converter.
B) If any bolts are found to be damaged, replace only the damaged torque converter bolts.
C) If the converter uses nuts, inspect the threads of the studs on the converter for thread damage.
D) If the studs are damaged, the converter will need to be replaced.

Question 12

Tech A says that when inspecting the torque converter, you need to check the snout of the converter where the seal and bushing rides for excessive wear. Tech B says that the end play of the converter must be checked. Who is correct?

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

Question 13

When the automatic transmission is removed from the vehicle, which of the following needs to be checked on the flex plate?

A) Crankshaft bolt holes for elongation and mounting area cracking
B) Torque converter bolt holes for elongation and mounting area cracking
C) Ring gear teeth for damage and flex plate body for cracking
D) All of the above

Question 14

Technician A says that a damaged flex plate can cause knocking noises and damage to the front pump of the transmission. Technician B says that all of the engine power pulses and torque are transmitted through the bolts or studs holding the automatic transmission's torque converter to the flex plate. Who is correct?

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

Question 15

If the transmission's torque converter bolts will be reused, the technician should check the threads carefully for damage and wear.

Question 16

Which of these is not a common fault found when inspecting a flex plate?

A) Cracks
B) Elongation of bolt holes
C) Starter ring gear damage
D) Discoloration from heat

Question 17

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

A) Cracks
B) Elongation of bolt holes
C) Starter ring gear damage
D) Heat discoloring

Question 18

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

Question 19

Technician A says that a typical RWD driveshaft can be removed just by sliding it out of the transmission. Technician B says that after disconnecting a driveshaft, the u-joint caps should be secured with tape to prevent falling off. Who is correct?

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

Question 20

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?

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

Question 21

The torque converter should always be marked (or indexed) to the flexplate so it can be reinstalled in the correct location upon reassembly.

Question 22

Technician A says a block of wood can be installed to prevent the engine from tilting too far forward. Technician B says that on some vehicles, it may be necessary to use an engine support bar to prevent damage to the engine mounts. Who is correct?

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

Question 23

Technician A says that the exhaust may need to be removed in order to remove the transmission. Technician B says that some RWD vehicles have a vent hose that needs to be disconnected before removal. Who is correct?

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

Question 24

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

Question 25

Technician A says that when removing the RWD transmission, it may be necessary to drop the transmission slightly to gain access to the top bellhousing bolts. Technician B says that once a transmission is removed, it is a good practice to inspect the engine dowel pins for damage. Who is correct?

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

Question 26

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?

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

Question 27

Technician A says that some shops always replace the torque converter with a new or rebuilt unit. Technician B says that if reusing a torque converter, be sure to wipe off any fluid before reinstalling. Who is correct?

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

Question 28

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

Question 29

Technician A says that when removing the ball joint, a ball joint separator must be used and is the preferred method. Technician B says that when separating the ball joint, a pickle fork can be used, but care must be exercised to not damage the dust boot. Who is correct?

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

Question 30

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?

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

Question 31

The torque converter should always be removed with the transmission.

Question 32

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

Question 33

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

A) The electrical connectors
B) The transmission cooler lines
C) The cables and mounts
D) All of the above

Question 34

Technician A says that some cooler line connections were simple flared lines. Technician B says that special tools may be required to remove some transmission cooler lines. Who is correct?

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

Question 35

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?

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

Question 36

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?

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

Question 37

The dowel pins on the engine are used to align the transmission to the engine.

Question 38

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

Question 39

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.

Question 40

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?

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

Question 41

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 flex plate. Technician B says when removing a transmission, there is no need to plug the transmission cooler lines and transmission vent hose. Who is correct?

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

Question 42

Transmission removal should only occur after:

A) a thorough diagnosis of the transmission in the vehicle.
B) the problem has been identified.
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above

Question 43

Before performing any transmission removal, it is critical that the service procedure be reviewed completely.

Question 44

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

Question 45

It is recommended to drain the transmission before removal to help keep the work area cleaner.

Question 46

When preparing the hoist to raise the vehicle, it is not important to consider the vehicle's center of gravity.

Question 47

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?

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

Question 48

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

Question 49

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?

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

Question 50

A transmission jack should have which of the following?

A) A weight rating higher than the transmission being removed
B) Moveable mounting pads to support the transmission
C) A tilting head that pivots
D) All of the above

Question 51

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

Question 52

Before using a transmission jack, the fluid level does not need to be inspected.

Question 53

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?

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

Question 54

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

Question 55

When installing an engine support bar, care should be taken to:

A) always install on the inside of the front fenders.
B) never locate it outside of the engine compartment.
C) not damage the area around the core support.
D) all of the above.

Question 56

If a factory lifting bracket is not available, a cable or chain can be used to support the engine.

Question 57

A j-hook is used on the engine support bar to raise and lower the engine assembly.

Question 58

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?

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

Question 59

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?

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

Question 60

Tech A says that when unbolting a transmission from a vehicle it is fine to allow the engine to hang from the engine mounts as they are designed to support the weight of the engine. Tech B says that you need to support the engine with a support tool to prevent damage to the engine and motor mounts. Who is correct?

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

Question 61

Choose the correct statement with respect to removing the transmission.

A) Diagnosis of the transmission should happen after its removal.
B) Removal of transmission does not require specialty tools.
C) A transmission jack used to remove a transmission should be rated at the same weight as the transmission.
D) The engine support bar should never be placed on any component that is located outside of the engine compartment.

Question 62

The axle nuts of sliding-type half shafts are removed using a(n):

A) impact hammer.
B) pry bar.
C) cotter pin.
D) pickle fork.

Question 63

The ball joint is separated from the steering knuckle using a(n):

A) impact hammer.
B) pry bar.
C) cotter pin.
D) pickle fork.

Question 64

Which of the following has to be spun in order to get access to the torque converter bolts?

A) Flexplate
B) Starter
C) Crankshaft
D) Torque converter

Question 65

Which of the following tools can be used to push the torque converter away from the flexplate and toward the transmission?

A) Hammer
B) Pick tool
C) Pry bar
D) Puller

Question 66

Which of the following is one of the first connections any transmission will have and can be a part of the starting circuit?

A) Speedometer cables
B) Vacuum lines
C) Throttle cables
D) Manual lever position sensor

Question 67

Tech A says that you should unbolt the torque converter from the flexplate before unbolting the transmission. Tech B says that it is not necessary to unbolt the torque converter as it will simply slide out of the transmission pump. Who is correct?

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

Question 68

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?

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

Question 69

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?

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

Question 70

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

A) Replace the flexplate and the bolts.
B) Replace the bolts only.
C) Bring the holes to their original size by welding.
D) Fix the cracks by applying a sealant.

Question 71

All of the following statements are true with respect to the bolts and nuts securing the torque converter to the flexplate except:

A) All of the engine's power pulses and torque are transmitted through three or four bolts to the torque converter.
B) If any bolts are found to be damaged, replace only the damaged torque converter bolts.
C) If the converter uses nuts, inspect the threads of the studs on the converter for thread damage.
D) If the studs are damaged, the converter will need to be replaced.

Question 72

Tech A says that when inspecting the torque converter, you need to check the snout of the converter where the seal and bushing rides for excessive wear. Tech B says that the end play of the converter must be checked. Who is correct?

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

Question 73

Which of the following require(s) a crow's foot line wrench on an extension for removal?

A) Cooler line connections
B) Electrical connections
C) Shift cables
D) Vent hoses

Question 74

Tech A says that you should tape the U-joints after removal to prevent loss of any bearings. Tech B says that U-joints should be replaced when removing the transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 75

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?

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

Question 76

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?

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

Question 77

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?

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

Question 78

Which of these is not a common fault found when inspecting a flex plate?

A) Cracks
B) Elongation of bolt holes
C) Starter ring gear damage
D) Discoloration from heat

Question 79

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 flex plate. Technician B says when removing a transmission, there is no need to plug the transmission cooler lines and transmission vent hose. Who is correct?

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

Question 80

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

A) Cracks
B) Elongation of bolt holes
C) Starter ring gear damage
D) Heat discoloring