Y2T35X VOL. 1 SELF TEST QUESTIONS

An automotive ________ connects and disconnects the engine and manual transmission or transaxle - Answer- Clutch What is the benefit of a wet clutch? - Answer- A wet clutch dors not slip as a fluid coupling of torque converter may and is more energy efficiant Clutch disc ___________ springs help absorb some of the vibration and shock produced by clutch engagement. - Answer- Torsion or damping What is the main purpose of the pressure plate cover? - Answer- Hold the parts of the pressure plate assembly together A(n) _________ uses a simple hydraulic circuit to transfer clutch pedal action to the clutch fork - Answer- Hydraulic clutch release mechanism What is function of an automatic clutch adjuster? - Answer- It removes the play from the clutch cable as components wear Define the term clutch pedal "free play" - Answer- The distance the clutch pedal or clutch fork moves before the throw out bearing acts on the pressure plate What are the symptoms of clutch slippage? - Answer- The engine races without an increase in the vehicle's road speed How do you check for clutch slippage? - Answer- Set the emergency brake and start the engine. Place the transmission or transaxle in high gear. Then, try to drive the vehicle forward by slowly releasing the clutch pedal. Describe some causes of a dragging clutch. - Answer- Too much pedal free travel, A warped or bent friction disc, oil or grease or corrosion on the friction surfaces, rusted or damaged transmission input shaft lines, or other problems inside the clutch housing