DISL 32 - Transmission Rebuilding
- Prerequisite: DISL 20
- DISL majors only
Classroom instruction and laboratory training covering both standard (single and multiple countershaft) and automatic transmissions. Specifically, through the disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustment of trans-missions, a foundation will be provided for an understanding of the operating principles, basic components, and proper rebuilding and trouble shooting methods for
transmissions.
Contact: 120 hours lecture/lab per term
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of DISL 32, the student will be able to:
Standard Transmission
- Correctly disassemble & reassemble a complete transmission
- Demonstrate proper use of hand and specialty tools
- List the names of transmission components and their functions
- Locate and identify model, serial and part numbers
- Point out the power flow threw a transmission in any gear
- Explain the air system on fuller transmission
- Describe the lubrication system
- Discuss the high-low shift in the multiple speed auxiliary section
- Install a PTO (power take-off) and adjust backlash
- Make a parts list of selected items using a parts book
- Discuss failure analysis items using a parts book
- List preventive maintenance procedures
Automatic Transmission
- List three advantages & disadvantages of automatics
- Name the six major components groups and their function
- Correctly disassemble & assemble an AT-540 transmission
- Identify parts using a exploded foldout chart in service manual
- Name the three basic parts of a planetary gear set
- Compare a valve spring test reading to its value in service manual
- Describe how to air test a clutch for leakage
- Correctly set a clutch running clearance using a go/no go gauge
- Properly install & check torque converter mounting
- Describe the steps to remove and install n AT-540 transmission
- Adjust shift leakage and modulator cable to manufacture settings
- Describe how to check for proper oil level and dip stick markings
- Discuss preventive maintenance & troubleshooting