AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS MICHIGAN
MECHANIC STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2025-2026
Which of these parts would likely be found in the valve body? CORRECT ANSWER all of the
above
What is the first step to properly diagnose an improperly shifting transmission? CORRECT
ANSWER
a. Check the throttle cable adjustment (not the answer).
B. Check the torque converter operation
C. Verify proper engine operating condition. CORRECT ANSWER
D. Verify proper line pressures
Gear train end play can be adjusted by? CORRECT ANSWER
a. Selecting correct thickness shims ( CORRECT ANSWER )
B. Adjusting the length of the servo stem (not the answer)
C. Adding or removing clutch plates
D. Adjusting the pump position
The picture below shows a device for CORRECT ANSWER a. Controlling band application
B. Compensating govenor pressure
C. Compensating line pressure ( CORRECT ANSWER )
D. Applying a clutch pack ( not the answer)
Which of the following signals the transmission to go into passing gear? CORRECT ANSWER
a. A reaction valve or a band release sensor
B. An electrical switch or mechanical linkage. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
C. A hydraulic control or a torque sensor
D. A govenor valve or a shift clutch (not the answer)
, During a routine maintence service, you notice that the transmission fluid is a dark red color and the r
ear seal is leaking (the pan is clean). The vehicle and transmission have 65,000 miles on them with no
shifting problems. What should you do next? CORRECT ANSWER a. Remove the converter and
flush it
B. Remove the transmission since it will have to be overhauled
C. Advise the customer that there is a problem and an internal inspection is neccessary.
D. Change the fluid and filter and advise the customer that the rear seal and bushing should be replac
ed. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
A car with a 3 speed automatic transmission works okay in forward gears but slips in reverse and does
not have engine braking in manual low. What could cause this problem? CORRECT ANSWER
a. A defective sprag clutch
B. A defective input shaft bearing (not the awnser)
C. A worn planetary gear set
D. A defective rear band. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
How are the shift points changed to adjust for the power demands of the driver? CORRECT
ANSWER
a. By vacuum or mechanical linkage ( CORRECT ANSWER )
B. By a spring in the regulator valve (not the awnser)
C. By an ambient pressure sensor
D. None of the above
A car upshifts late and harsh. There is no slippage and the closed throttle downshifts are okay. What s
hould you do first? CORRECT ANSWER a. Check the throttle linkage or modulator
B. Changed the fluid and filter ( CORRECT ANSWER )
C. Adjust the pressure regulator.
D. Check clutch pack clearance. (not the awnser)
When two members of a planetary gear set are locked togeather, the output shaft: CORRECT
ANSWER
a. Turns in the same direction as the input shaft
B. Turns at the same speed as the input shaft CORRECT ANSWER
MECHANIC STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2025-2026
Which of these parts would likely be found in the valve body? CORRECT ANSWER all of the
above
What is the first step to properly diagnose an improperly shifting transmission? CORRECT
ANSWER
a. Check the throttle cable adjustment (not the answer).
B. Check the torque converter operation
C. Verify proper engine operating condition. CORRECT ANSWER
D. Verify proper line pressures
Gear train end play can be adjusted by? CORRECT ANSWER
a. Selecting correct thickness shims ( CORRECT ANSWER )
B. Adjusting the length of the servo stem (not the answer)
C. Adding or removing clutch plates
D. Adjusting the pump position
The picture below shows a device for CORRECT ANSWER a. Controlling band application
B. Compensating govenor pressure
C. Compensating line pressure ( CORRECT ANSWER )
D. Applying a clutch pack ( not the answer)
Which of the following signals the transmission to go into passing gear? CORRECT ANSWER
a. A reaction valve or a band release sensor
B. An electrical switch or mechanical linkage. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
C. A hydraulic control or a torque sensor
D. A govenor valve or a shift clutch (not the answer)
, During a routine maintence service, you notice that the transmission fluid is a dark red color and the r
ear seal is leaking (the pan is clean). The vehicle and transmission have 65,000 miles on them with no
shifting problems. What should you do next? CORRECT ANSWER a. Remove the converter and
flush it
B. Remove the transmission since it will have to be overhauled
C. Advise the customer that there is a problem and an internal inspection is neccessary.
D. Change the fluid and filter and advise the customer that the rear seal and bushing should be replac
ed. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
A car with a 3 speed automatic transmission works okay in forward gears but slips in reverse and does
not have engine braking in manual low. What could cause this problem? CORRECT ANSWER
a. A defective sprag clutch
B. A defective input shaft bearing (not the awnser)
C. A worn planetary gear set
D. A defective rear band. ( CORRECT ANSWER )
How are the shift points changed to adjust for the power demands of the driver? CORRECT
ANSWER
a. By vacuum or mechanical linkage ( CORRECT ANSWER )
B. By a spring in the regulator valve (not the awnser)
C. By an ambient pressure sensor
D. None of the above
A car upshifts late and harsh. There is no slippage and the closed throttle downshifts are okay. What s
hould you do first? CORRECT ANSWER a. Check the throttle linkage or modulator
B. Changed the fluid and filter ( CORRECT ANSWER )
C. Adjust the pressure regulator.
D. Check clutch pack clearance. (not the awnser)
When two members of a planetary gear set are locked togeather, the output shaft: CORRECT
ANSWER
a. Turns in the same direction as the input shaft
B. Turns at the same speed as the input shaft CORRECT ANSWER
