Deck 23: Honda Transmissions

Question 1

In a Honda three-shaft transmission, which of the following is the output of the transmission to the final drive gear?

A) Primary shaft
B) Secondary shaft
C) Counter shaft
D) Main shaft

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following contains the speed gears for third and fourth gears?

A) Primary shaft
B) Secondary shaft
C) Counter shaft
D) Main shaft

Answer 2

D

Question 3

In which of the following is the idler gear free to rotate on a needle bearing assembly?

A) Primary shaft
B) Secondary shaft
C) Counter shaft
D) Main shaft

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following solenoids are used to help control the feel of the shifts in a B7XA transmission?

A) Shift control solenoids
B) Clutch pressure control solenoids
C) Lock up torque converter solenoid
D) Pulse width modulation solenoid

Question 5

A vehicle comes into the shop with a customer complaint of a whining noise coming from the transmission. You test drive the vehicle and find that the whining is present during 1st and 2nd gears. The noise is much quieter in other gears. Tech A states that the mainshaft bearings may be bad. Tech B states that the secondary shaft bearings may be the cause. Who is correct?

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

Question 6

While rebuilding the 4th gear clutch pack, you measure the clutch pack clearance and find it is 0.020 inches (0.508 mm). Tech A states that the wave washer must be changed to correct the clutch pack clearance. Tech B states that the clutch is assembled incorrectly. Who is correct?

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

Question 7

A vehicle comes into the shop with the customer complaining about their transmission not working correctly. You test drive the vehicle and find that 4th gear is slipping. Tech A states that the problem could be a bad solenoid
A) Tech A

A) Tech B states that the problem could be a cracked drum. Who is correct?
B) Tech B
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 8

A vehicle comes in with the customer complaint of poor fuel economy. You test drive the vehicle and determine that the lock up torque converter is not functioning. Tech A states that the torque converter clutch solenoid could be the cause. Tech B states that the clutch pressure control solenoids can affect the lock up torque converter operation. Who is correct?

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

Question 9

A vehicle comes into the shop with the MIL on and a harsh shifting transmission. The vehicle is scanned and the code is determined to be a code for the clutch pressure control solenoid. Tech A states that the pressure control solenoids can be replaced without disassembling the transmission. Tech B states that because the vehicle does not have a traditional transmission pan it will be necessary to disassemble the transmission to test the pressure control solenoid. Who is correct?

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

Question 10

A vehicle comes into the shop with a complete transmission failure. The transmission is disassembled and the 3rd gear drum has large amounts of discoloration and the frictions are burned. Tech A states that this could be caused by a plugged reed valve. Tech B states this could be cause by a bad bearing on the secondary shaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 11

Proper lubrication of frictions is ensured before installing them into the transmission by:

A) soaking them in the correct automatic transmission fluid for at least 30 minutes.
B) placing them in a freezer for 30 at least minutes.
C) placing them in warm water for 30 at least minutes.
D) applying a lubricant generously.

Question 12

When rebuilding the transmission case, which of the following will help in installing the differential housing shims, thrust washers and races back into the transmission case halves?

A) Using a heat gun to heat the case up
B) Placing it in warm water for 30 at least minutes
C) Applying a lubricant generously
D) Soaking the parts in the correct automatic transmission fluid

Question 13

Which of the following is the correct clearance for the third gear on main shaft?

A) 0.016-0.024 inches (0.406-0.610 mm)
B) 0.025-0.031 inches (0.635-0.787 mm)
C) 0.006-0.015 inches (0.152-0.381 mm)
D) 0.045-0.053 inches (1.143-1.346 mm)

Question 14

Which of the following is the correct clearance for the first gear clutch on the secondary shaft?

A) 0.045-0.053 inches (1.143-1.346 mm)
B) 0.024-0.031 inches (0.610-0.787 mm)
C) 0.039-0.047 inches (0.991-1.194 mm)
D) 0.016-0.024 inches (0.406-0.610 mm)

Question 15

Which of the following statements regarding Honda B7XA transmissions is NOT true?

A) The 4 speed transmissions were either a two-shaft or three-shaft transmission.
B) The three shafts were the mainshaft, secondary shaft, and the countershaft.
C) The mainshaft is also the input shaft.
D) The output shaft is the secondary shaft.

Question 16

Technician A says that the B7XA transmission utilizes six different solenoids. Technician B says that the B7XA transmission utilizes eight different solenoids. Who is correct?

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

Question 17

Technician A says the countershaft in a B7XA transmission hold the speed gears from first through fourth. Technician B says that the countershaft also contains the reverse gear and the reverse gear selector. Who is correct?

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

Question 18

Tech A states that Honda automatic transmissions are different from traditional automatics found in vehicles from other manufacturers. Tech B states that Honda automatic transmissions are the same as traditional automatics found in vehicles from other manufacturers. Who is correct?

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

Question 19

Which of the following statements is true with respect to Honda transmissions?

A) Honda four-speed transmissions use only two-shaft transmissions.
B) Five- and six-speed transmissions utilize four separate shafts inside the transmission.
C) Honda transmissions make use of planetary gear sets.
D) Honda transmissions make use of a gear shift that moves shift forks.

Question 20

The ________ in the Honda B7XA is also the input shaft.

A) mainshaft
B) secondary shaft
C) countershaft
D) half shaft

Question 21

Identify the gear(s) that are free to rotate on the mainshaft on multiple needle bearing assemblies of a Honda B7XA transmission.

A) Third and fourth gears
B) First and second gears
C) Fifth and Sixth gears
D) Reverse gear

Question 22

Which of the following statements is true with respect to the mainshaft of a Honda B7XA transmission?

A) The 3/4 clutch assembly is at the front of the shaft.
B) When the clutch for third gear engages, it will lock the speed gear to the mainshaft.
C) It contains the first and second speed gears.
D) The third gear is in intermittent mesh with the countershaft.

Question 23

In the ________, power flows into the shaft from the idler gear.

A) mainshaft
B) countershaft
C) half shaft
D) secondary shaft

Question 24

The 1/2 clutch assembly of a Honda B7XA transmission is in the middle of the ________.

A) mainshaft
B) countershaft
C) half shaft
D) secondary shaft

Question 25

Identify the number of gears in the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission that are splined to the countershaft.

A) Three
B) Four
C) Five
D) Six

Question 26

Tech A states that the fourth gear is locked to the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission in all the gears. Tech B states that the fourth gear is not locked to the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission in reverse gear. Who is correct?

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

Question 27

The fourth gear of a Honda B7XA transmission is locked to the countershaft by the _______________.

A) pinion gear
B) ring gear
C) reverse selector
D) retainer

Question 28

Tech A states that the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission has a park gear splined to the shaft. Tech B states that the mainshaft of a Honda B7XA transmission has a park gear splined to the shaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 29

The B7XA transmission utilizes six solenoids for operation. Technician A says that two solenoids are for shift control. Tech B states that three solenoids are for shift control. Who is correct?

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

Question 30

In a B7XA transmission, two solenoids are used for ________.

A) parking prawl engagement
B) lock-up torque converter
C) clutch pressure control
D) shift control

Question 31

In a B7XA transmission, the last solenoid is used for ________.

A) shift control
B) clutch pressure control
C) lock-up torque converter
D) parking prawl engagement

Question 32

Tech A states that the shift solenoids of a B7XA transmission are either on or off. Tech B states that the shift solenoids of a B7XA transmission have no pulse width modulation. Who is correct?

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

Question 33

Identify the gear in which the shift solenoids A, B, and C of a B7XA transmission are in Off condition.

A) First gear
B) Second gear
C) Third gear
D) Fourth gear

Question 34

Power flow on the Honda B7XA transmission is being discussed. Technician A says that, in first gear, power enters the transmission through the main shaft. Technician B says that, in first gear, power exits the transmission after clutch #1 releases the speed gear for first gear. Who is correct?

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

Question 35

After clutch #1 locks the speed gear for first gear to the secondary shaft, power will flow through the speed gear to the __________.

A) Mainshaft
B) Countershaft
C) Secondary shaft
D) Input shaft

Question 36

Power flow in second gear for a Honda B7XA is being discussed. Technician A says that power enters the transmission through the secondary shaft into the idler gear. Technician B says that power enters the secondary shaft and travels through the idler into the main shaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 37

After clutch #2 locks the speed gear for second gear to the __________, power flows through the speed gear into the countershaft.

A) Secondary shaft
B) Mainshaft
C) Countershaft
D) Input shaft

Question 38

Third gear power flow is being discussed. Technician A says that power flows through the countershaft and then into the speed gear. Technician B says that power flows from the speed gear and then into the countershaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 39

When (the) __________ on the mainshaft engages, speed gear for third gear will be locked to the mainshaft.

A) Idler gear
B) Countershaft
C) Clutch #3
D) Secondary gear

Question 40

Fourth gear power flow is being discussed. Technician A says that power enters through the input shaft. Technician B says that clutch #4 on the mainshaft engages to lock the speed gear for fourth gear onto the mainshaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 41

In all of the forward gears, power flows through the speed gear, to the countershaft, which in turn spins the __________.

A) Ring gear in the differential
B) Secondary shaft
C) Idler shaft
D) Counter shaft main gears

Question 42

Reverse gear power flow is being discussed. Technician A says that power enters the transmission through the secondary shaft. Technician B says that power flows through the reverse idler gear and then the reverse output gear, rotating the countershaft in the reverse direction. Who is correct?

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

Question 43

In reverse, when clutch #4 engages, it locks the fourth gear to the mainshaft. Fourth gear also has __________ attached to it.

A) First gear
B) Second gear
C) Reverse idler gear
D) Reverse gear

Question 44

Technician A says that the Honda B7XA transmission uses helical cut gears instead of planetary gear sets. Technician B says that the Honda B7XA transmission uses clutch packs to move the helical gears. Who is correct?

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

Question 45

Which of the following statements regarding Honda B7XA transmissions is NOT true?
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A) The 4 speed transmissions were either a two-shaft or three-shaft transmission.
B) The three shafts were the mainshaft, secondary shaft, and the countershaft.
C) The mainshaft is also the input shaft.
D) The output shaft is the secondary shaft.

Question 46

The mainshaft in the Honda B7XA contains the third and fourth gears.

Question 47

The secondary shaft in the Honda B7XA transmission holds the reverse gear and the reverse selector.

Question 48

Technician A says that the B7XA transmission utilizes six different solenoids. Technician B says that the B7XA transmission utilizes eight different solenoids. Who is correct?

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

Question 49

Two pressure control solenoids are used to control the feel of the shifts, while the three shift solenoids control the shift timing.

Question 50

Technician A says the countershaft in a B7XA transmission hold the speed gears from first through fourth. Technician B says that the countershaft also contains the reverse gear and the reverse gear selector. Who is correct?

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

Question 51

The 1/2 clutch assembly is located in the middle of the secondary shaft.

Question 52

Saturn vehicles also used a transmission with helical cut gears to replace a planetary gear set.

Question 53

The parking gear is splined to the secondary shaft on a Honda B7XA.

Question 54

Tech A states that Honda automatic transmissions are different from traditional automatics found in vehicles from other manufacturers. Tech B states that Honda automatic transmissions are the same as traditional automatics found in vehicles from other manufacturers. Who is correct?

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

Question 55

Which of the following statements is true with respect to Honda transmissions?

A) Honda four-speed transmissions use only two-shaft transmissions.
B) Five- and six-speed transmissions utilize four separate shafts inside the transmission.
C) Honda transmissions make use of planetary gear sets.
D) Honda transmissions make use of a gear shift that moves shift forks.

Question 56

The ________ in the Honda B7XA is also the input shaft.

A) mainshaft
B) secondary shaft
C) countershaft
D) half shaft

Question 57

Identify the gear(s) that are free to rotate on the mainshaft on multiple needle bearing assemblies of a Honda B7XA transmission.

A) Third and fourth gears
B) First and second gears
C) Fifth and Sixth gears
D) Reverse gear

Question 58

Which of the following statements is true with respect to the mainshaft of a Honda B7XA transmission?

A) The 3/4 clutch assembly is at the front of the shaft.
B) When the clutch for third gear engages, it will lock the speed gear to the mainshaft.
C) It contains the first and second speed gears.
D) The third gear is in intermittent mesh with the countershaft.

Question 59

In the ________, power flows into the shaft from the idler gear.

A) mainshaft
B) countershaft
C) half shaft
D) secondary shaft

Question 60

The 1/2 clutch assembly of a Honda B7XA transmission is in the middle of the ________.

A) mainshaft
B) countershaft
C) half shaft
D) secondary shaft

Question 61

Identify the number of gears in the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission that are splined to the countershaft.

A) Three
B) Four
C) Five
D) Six

Question 62

Tech A states that the fourth gear is locked to the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission in all the gears. Tech B states that the fourth gear is not locked to the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission in reverse gear. Who is correct?

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

Question 63

The fourth gear of a Honda B7XA transmission is locked to the countershaft by the _______________.

A) pinion gear
B) ring gear
C) reverse selector
D) retainer

Question 64

Tech A states that the countershaft of a Honda B7XA transmission has a park gear splined to the shaft. Tech B states that the mainshaft of a Honda B7XA transmission has a park gear splined to the shaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 65

The B7XA transmission utilizes six solenoids for operation. Technician A says that two solenoids are for shift control. Tech B states that three solenoids are for shift control. Who is correct?

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

Question 66

In a B7XA transmission, two solenoids are used for ________.

A) parking prawl engagement
B) lock-up torque converter
C) clutch pressure control
D) shift control

Question 67

In a B7XA transmission, the last solenoid is used for ________.

A) shift control
B) clutch pressure control
C) lock-up torque converter
D) parking prawl engagement

Question 68

Tech A states that the shift solenoids of a B7XA transmission are either on or off. Tech B states that the shift solenoids of a B7XA transmission have no pulse width modulation. Who is correct?

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

Question 69

Identify the gear in which the shift solenoids A, B, and C of a B7XA transmission are in Off condition.

A) First gear
B) Second gear
C) Third gear
D) Fourth gear

Question 70

Which of the following is the correct clearance for the first gear clutch on the secondary shaft?

A) 0.045-0.053 inches (1.143-1.346 mm)
B) 0.024-0.031 inches (0.610-0.787 mm)
C) 0.039-0.047 inches (0.991-1.194 mm)
D) 0.016-0.024 inches (0.406-0.610 mm)

Question 71

Which of the following is the correct clearance for the third gear on main shaft?

A) 0.016-0.024 inches (0.406-0.610 mm)
B) 0.025-0.031 inches (0.635-0.787 mm)
C) 0.006-0.015 inches (0.152-0.381 mm)
D) 0.045-0.053 inches (1.143-1.346 mm)

Question 72

Proper lubrication of frictions is ensured before installing them into the transmission by:

A) soaking them in the correct automatic transmission fluid for at least 30 minutes.
B) placing them in a freezer for 30 at least minutes.
C) placing them in warm water for 30 at least minutes.
D) applying a lubricant generously.

Question 73

When rebuilding the transmission case, which of the following will help in installing the differential housing shims, thrust washers and races back into the transmission case halves?

A) Using a heat gun to heat the case up
B) Placing it in warm water for 30 at least minutes
C) Applying a lubricant generously
D) Soaking the parts in the correct automatic transmission fluid

Question 74

Which of the following gears has the reverse gear attached to it?

A) First gear
B) Second gear
C) Third gear
D) Fourth gear

Question 75

The three shafts in the B7XA transmission each have a large retaining nut in the middle of each of the transfer gears. Of these:

A) only one nut has right-handed thread.
B) two have right-handed threads.
C) all three have right-handed threads.
D) all three have left-handed threads.

Question 76

A vehicle comes into the shop with a customer complaint of a whining noise coming from the transmission. You test drive the vehicle and find that the whining is present during 1st and 2nd gears. The noise is much quieter in other gears. Tech A states that the mainshaft bearings may be bad. Tech B states that the secondary shaft bearings may be the cause. Who is correct?

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

Question 77

While rebuilding the 4th gear clutch pack, you measure the clutch pack clearance and find it is 0.020 inches (0.508 mm). Tech A states that the wave washer must be changed to correct the clutch pack clearance. Tech B states that the clutch is assembled incorrectly. Who is correct?

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

Question 78

Tech A states that the final drive gear is driven by the mainshaft. Tech B states that the final drive gear is driven by the countershaft. Who is correct?

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

Question 79

A vehicle comes into the shop with the customer complaining about their transmission not working correctly. You test drive the vehicle and find that 4th gear is slipping. Tech A states that the problem could be a bad solenoid A. Tech B states that the problem could be a cracked drum. Who is correct?

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

Question 80

A vehicle comes in with the customer complaint of poor fuel economy. You test drive the vehicle and determine that the lock up torque converter is not functioning. Tech A states that the torque converter clutch solenoid could be the cause. Tech B states that the clutch pressure control solenoids can affect the lock up torque converter operation. Who is correct?

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