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Auto Technology - May 1, 2020


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Torque Converter - How Does it Work?


Quiz will be as follows:

1.    What component is not needed on an automatic transmission equipped car?

2.    What does a torque converter do?

3.    What are two components commonly found in a torque converter?

4.    Why does the turbine turn at a slightly lower speed than the pump?

5.    What is the torque converter capable of doing regarding torque?

6.    What type of clutch is found in many modern torque converters?

When completed, please email your instructor with your answers at: dvincent@ivvc.net or dnelson@ivvc.net.

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