Deck 27: Ford 6r60 Zf6hp26

Question 1

How many planetary gears does the Ford 6R60 transmission contain?

A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four

Answer 1

A

Question 2

What does the transmission use to attain the six gear ratios?

A) Dog clutches
B) One-way rollers
C) Multiple disc clutches
D) Brake bands

Answer 2

C

Question 3

The fluid level should only be checked when the transmission fluid temperature is between:

A) 125 and 135˚ F (52-57˚ C).
B) 135 and 145˚ F (57-63˚ C).
C) 165 and 175˚ F (74-79˚ C).
D) 175 and 185˚ F (79-85˚ C).

Answer 3

D

Question 4

All of the following solenoids receive a small amount of current from the PCM all of the time except:

A) solenoid B.
B) solenoid C.
C) solenoid D.
D)solenoid E.

Question 5

What should be the resistance of shift solenoid E at room temperature?

A) 5.5 ohms
B) 10.5 ohms
C) 9.5 ohms
D) 7.5 ohms

Question 6

Tech A states that the 4th gear of a 6R60 transmission has a 1.14:1 ratio. Tech B states that the transmission does not have a true 1:1 ratio. Who is correct?

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

Question 7

Tech A states that the 6R60 transmission does not utilize a traditional dipstick. Tech B states that the transmission temperature must be around 180˚ F (82˚ C) in order to check the fluid. Who is correct?

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

Question 8

Tech A states that on a 6R60 transmission the range sensor is a potentiometer that sends a voltage signal back to the PCM. Tech B states that the range sensor uses pressure switches to indicate gear selection. Who is correct?

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

Question 9

You are testing the solenoids from a 6R60 transmission and find that all of the solenoids have a resistance reading of 5.5 ohms except solenoid E which has 10.5 ohms. Tech A states that the solenoids will use more current than normal. Tech B states that the solenoids will use less current than normal. Who is correct?

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

Question 10

Tech A states that based on the solenoid application chart, the 6R60 transmission does not have a fail-safe gear. Tech B states that 4th gear is a fail-safe gear. Who is correct?

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

Question 11

Tech A states that the 6R60 shift solenoids are pulse width modulated. Tech B states that the shift solenoids are variable force solenoids. Who is correct?

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

Question 12

For how long should all frictions be soaked in the specified automatic transmission fluid before being installed into the transmission?

A) At least 15 minutes
B) At least 30 minutes
C) At least 1 hour
D) At least 1 day

Question 13

When removing the snap ring during disassembly of the forward/overdrive clutch assembly, what precaution should be taken to prevent damage to the forward clutch housing?

A) Pry only 180 degrees from the snap ring opening.
B) Remove the snap ring using a seal puller.
C) Pry only 90 degrees from the snap ring opening.
D) Remove the snap ring using a pick.

Question 14

When rebuilding the forward/overdrive clutch assembly, what should be the position of the new snap ring with respect to the position of the original snap ring opening?

A) About 180 degrees away
B) Both should be the same
C) About 120 degrees away
D) About 90 degrees away

Question 15

When rebuilding the intermediate clutch assembly, all of the following statements with respect to measuring clutch pack clearance are true except:

A) Install a dial indicator against the pressure plate, and zero the dial.
B) Pull up on the pressure plate, and record your measurement.
C) Perform the same measurement 180 degrees from the first.
D) The clearance should be between 0.045 and 0.055 inches.

Question 16

A vehicle with a 6R60 transmission is towed to the shop with the transmission slipping in forward gears. Tech A states the problem could be a bad direct clutch. Tech B states that the problem could be a bad forward clutch. Who is correct?

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

Question 17

A vehicle comes in with a 6R60 transmission with a burned overdrive clutch. Tech A states the problem could be a bad shift solenoid "E." Tech B states the problem could be a bad shift solenoid "C." Who is correct?

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

Question 18

A vehicle with a 6R60 transmission comes in to the shop with only 1st and 2nd gear. Tech A states the problem could be a bad low reverse clutch. Tech B states that the problem could be a bad range switch. Who is correct?

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

Question 19

Tech A states that when rebuilding a 6R60 transmission the frictions must be soaked in clean ATF for at least an hour. Tech B states that snap rings must be installed with the opening at specific positions. Who is correct?

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

Question 20

When reassembling the 6R60 transmission, the intermediate support housing must be placed so the locating tabs are in the:

A) "12:00" and "6:00" positions.
B) "3:00" and "9:00" positions.
C) "2:00" and "8:00" positions.
D) "10:00" and "5:00" positions.

Question 21

Disassembly of a Ford 6R60 overdrive clutch is being discussed. Technician A says to mark the snap ring opening before removing the snap ring. Technician B says to pry only 180° from the snap ring opening mark or the forward clutch housing will be destroyed. Who is correct?

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

Question 22

After reassembling the overdrive clutch assembly for a Ford 6R60 transmission, a dial indicator is set up on the pressure plate of the clutch assembly and two readings are taken 180° from one another. What is the acceptable clutch pack clearance when an average of these two measurements is calculated?

A) 0.019 mm - 0.035 mm
B) 0.48" - 0.088"
C) 0.019" - 0.035"
D) 0.019" - 0.48"

Question 23

When rebuilding the forward clutch of a Ford 6R60 transmission, a paint pen should be used to draw a line between the forward clutch drum and the __________.

A) Balance piston
B) Overdrive piston
C) Carrier/sun drum assembly
D) Forward clutch housing

Question 24

After reassembling the forward clutch assembly of a Ford 6R60 transmission, a dial indicator is set up on the pressure plate of the clutch assembly and two readings are taken 180° apart. What is the acceptable clutch pack clearance when an average of these two measurements is calculated?

A) 0.48" - 0.88"
B) 0.48 mm - 0.88 mm
C) 0.019 mm - 0.035 mm
D) 0.019 mm - 0.48 mm

Question 25

What special tool is required to release the retaining ring that holds the carrier and the sun gear into the forward clutch on a Ford 6R60 transmission?

A) Internal snap ring pliers
B) Spring compressor
C) External snap ring pliers
D) Pick type tool

Question 26

When installing the forward clutch onto the overdrive clutch of a Ford 6R60 transmission, the new snap ring should be installed about __________ away from the original snap ring position.

A) 90°
B) 180°
C) 120°
D) 3 inches

Question 27

The direct clutch assembly on a Ford 6R60 is being discussed. Technician A says that new seals should be installed on the direct clutch piston and the balance piston. Technician B says that transmission fluid should be used to lubricate the new seals before assembly. Who is correct?

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

Question 28

After reassembling the intermediate clutch assembly of a Ford 6R60 transmission, a dial indicator is set up on the pressure plate of the clutch assembly and two readings are taken 180° apart. What is the acceptable clutch pack clearance when an average of these two measurements is calculated?

A) 0.48" - 1.29"
B) 0.019" - 0.051"
C) 0.019 mm - 0.051 mm
D) 0.019 mm - 1.29 mm

Question 29

During assembly of the 6R60 transmission, the service procedure states to measure the thickness of the low/reverse clutch pack and record the measurement. What components are included in that measurement?

A) Cushion springs
B) Friction and steels
C) Pressure plate
D) All of these components are included.

Question 30

After installing the low/reverse clutch pack into the transmission of a Ford 6R60 transmission, the intermediate support housing should be installed. The support tabs for the housing and the snap ring ends should be at the __________ and the __________ positions.

A) 12 o'clock, 6 o'clock
B) 3 o'clock, 9 o'clock
C) 2 o'clock, 9 o'clock
D) 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock

Question 31

The 6R60 transmission does not contain any bands, servos, or dog clutches.

Question 32

The Ford 6R60 transmission and the ZF6HP26 are the same basic transmissions with some minor component differences.

Question 33

Technician A says that the 6R60 transmission has a short dipstick underneath the fill plug. Technician B says that the transmission fluid level of 6R60 transmission can only be checked with a scan tool. Who is correct?

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

Question 34

The 6R60 transmission uses a single Lepellitier planetary gear set.

Question 35

Technician A says that the 6R60 transmission has six forward gears and one reverse. Technician B says that six multidisc clutches are used in this transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 36

Technician A says that some heavy-duty versions of the 6R60 transmission utilizes a one-way roller clutch to help with engine braking. Technician B says that the 6R80 is a heavy-duty versions of the 6R60 transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 37

Technician A says that all pre-2011 transmissions will have a TCM mounted to the transmission valve body. Technician B says that all transmissions are controlled by the PCM, regardless of the year. Who is correct?

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

Question 38

The 6R60 transmission has seven shift solenoids.

Question 39

Technician A says that all seven shift solenoids are variable force solenoids. Technician B says that all seven shift solenoids are on/off type solenoids. Who is correct?

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

Question 40

The on/off solenoid should have a resistance of 10.5 ohms at room temperature.

Question 41

Tech A states that the 6R60 transmission does not contain any brake bands or dog clutches. Tech B states that the 6R60 transmission does not have a dog clutch, but uses brake bands. Who is correct?

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

Question 42

The Ford 6R60 transmission is designed from the ________ transmission.

A) 41TE
B) 6F35
C) 62TE
D) ZF6HP26

Question 43

Identify the transmission fluid required by the Ford 6R60 transmission.

A) ATF+4
B) ATF+1
C) MERCON LV
D) Type F ATF

Question 44

The Ford 6R60 transmission uses a single ________

A) Lepelletier planetary gear
B) multidisc clutch
C) overdrive gear
D) shift solenoid

Question 45

Tech A says that the 6R60 does not have an overdrive gear. Tech B says that the 6R60 is a dual overdrive unit. Who is correct?

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

Question 46

Identify the gear ratio of the fifth gear of a 6R60 transmission.

A) 1:1
B) 0.87:1
C) 4.7:1
D) 2.84:1

Question 47

The sixth gear of a 6R60 transmission uses a gear ratio of ________

A) 2.84:1
B) 1.9:1
C) 0.69:1
D) 1:1

Question 48

To obtain the six gear ratios, ________ multidisc clutches are used in the 6R60 transmission.

A) two
B) four
C) six
D) five

Question 49

Tech A states that the transmission fluid temperature is not related in any way to the transmission fluid level. Tech B states that if the fluid temperature is incorrect when the fluid level is checked, an incorrect reading may result. Who is correct?

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

Question 50

The output shaft speed sensor of 6R60 transmission is a(n) ________

A) Hall Effect sensor
B) piezoelectric sensor
C) photoelectric sensor
D) ultrasonic sensor

Question 51

Tech A states that the 6R60 transmission has an output shaft speed sensor and a turbine shaft speed sensor. Tech B states that the turbine shaft speed sensor is a Hall Effect sensor. Who is correct?

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

Question 52

Tech A states that the transmission range sensor of a 6R60 transmission is a traditional switch. Tech B states that the transmission range sensor is a Hall Effect sensor. Who is correct?

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

Question 53

Identify the operating frequency of the transmission range sensor of a 6R60 transmission.

A) 200 to 250 Hz
B) 100 to 150 Hz
C) 250 to 300 Hz
D) 50 to 100 Hz

Question 54

What is the duty cycle specification of a 6R60 transmission range sensor in the park position?

A) 18.1-25.8
B) 30.50-39.31
C) 70.55-85.61
D) 54.35-68.15

Question 55

The 6R60 transmission range sensor has a duty cycle specification of 40.54-52.49 in the ________ position.

A) reverse
B) park
C) neutral
D) drive

Question 56

When reassembling the 6R60 transmission, the intermediate support housing must be placed so the locating tabs are in the:

A) "12:00" and "6:00" positions.
B) "3:00" and "9:00" positions.
C) "2:00" and "8:00" positions.
D) "10:00" and "5:00" positions.

Question 57

For how long should all frictions be soaked in the specified automatic transmission fluid before being installed into the transmission?

A) At least 15 minutes
B) At least 30 minutes
C) At least 1 hour
D) At least 1 day

Question 58

When removing the snap ring during disassembly of the forward/overdrive clutch assembly, what precaution should be taken to prevent damage to the forward clutch housing?

A) Pry only 180 degrees from the snap ring opening.
B) Remove the snap ring using a seal puller.
C) Pry only 90 degrees from the snap ring opening.
D) Remove the snap ring using a pick.

Question 59

When rebuilding the forward/overdrive clutch assembly, what should be the position of the new snap ring with respect to the position of the original snap ring opening?

A) About 180 degrees away
B) Both should be the same
C) About 120 degrees away
D) About 90 degrees away

Question 60

When rebuilding the intermediate clutch assembly, all of the following statements with respect to measuring clutch pack clearance are true except:

A) Install a dial indicator against the pressure plate, and zero the dial.
B) Pull up on the pressure plate, and record your measurement.
C) Perform the same measurement 180 degrees from the first.
D) The clearance should be between 0.045 and 0.055 inches.

Question 61

A vehicle with a 6R60 transmission is towed to the shop with the transmission slipping in forward gears. Tech A states the problem could be a bad direct clutch. Tech B states that the problem could be a bad forward clutch. Who is correct?

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

Question 62

A vehicle comes in with a 6R60 transmission with a burned overdrive clutch. Tech A states the problem could be a bad shift solenoid "E." Tech B states the problem could be a bad shift solenoid "C." Who is correct?

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

Question 63

A vehicle with a 6R60 transmission comes in to the shop with only 1st and 2nd gear. Tech A states the problem could be a bad low reverse clutch. Tech B states that the problem could be a bad range switch. Who is correct?

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

Question 64

Tech A states that when rebuilding a 6R60 transmission the frictions must be soaked in clean ATF for at least an hour. Tech B states that snap rings must be installed with the opening at specific positions. Who is correct?

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

Question 65

How many planetary gears does the Ford 6R60 transmission contain?

A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four

Question 66

What does the transmission use to attain the six gear ratios?

A) Dog clutches
B) One-way rollers
C) Multiple disc clutches
D) Brake bands

Question 67

The fluid level should only be checked when the transmission fluid temperature is between:

A) 125 and 135˚ F (52-57˚ C).
B) 135 and 145˚ F (57-63˚ C).
C) 165 and 175˚ F (74-79˚ C).
D) 175 and 185˚ F (79-85˚ C).

Question 68

All of the following solenoids receive a small amount of current from the PCM all of the time except:

A) solenoid B.
B) solenoid C.
C) solenoid D.
D) solenoid E.

Question 69

What should be the resistance of shift solenoid E at room temperature?

A) 5.5 ohms
B) 10.5 ohms
C) 9.5 ohms
D) 7.5 ohms

Question 70

Tech A states that the 4th gear of a 6R60 transmission has a 1.14:1 ratio. Tech B states that the transmission does not have a true 1:1 ratio. Who is correct?

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

Question 71

Tech A states that the 6R60 transmission does not utilize a traditional dipstick. Tech B states that the transmission temperature must be around 180˚ F (82˚ C) in order to check the fluid. Who is correct?

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

Question 72

Tech A states that on a 6R60 transmission the range sensor is a potentiometer that sends a voltage signal back to the PCM. Tech B states that the range sensor uses pressure switches to indicate gear selection. Who is correct?

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

Question 73

You are testing the solenoids from a 6R60 transmission and find that all of the solenoids have a resistance reading of 5.5 ohms except solenoid E which has 10.5 ohms. Tech A states that the solenoids will use more current than normal. Tech B states that the solenoids will use less current than normal. Who is correct?

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

Question 74

Tech A states that based on the solenoid application chart, the 6R60 transmission does not have a fail-safe gear. Tech B states that 4th gear is a fail-safe gear. Who is correct?

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

Question 75

Tech A states that the 6R60 shift solenoids are pulse width modulated. Tech B states that the shift solenoids are variable force solenoids. Who is correct?

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

Question 76

Technician A says that the 6R60 transmission has a short dipstick underneath the fill plug. Technician B says that the transmission fluid level of 6R60 transmission can only be checked with a scan tool. Who is correct?

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

Question 77

Technician A says that the 6R60 transmission has six forward gears and one reverse. Technician B says that six multidisc clutches are used in this transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 78

Technician A says that some heavy-duty versions of the 6R60 transmission utilizes a one-way roller clutch to help with engine braking. Technician B says that the 6R80 is a heavy-duty versions of the 6R60 transmission. Who is correct?

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

Question 79

Technician A says that all pre-2011 transmissions will have a TCM mounted to the transmission valve body. Technician B says that all transmissions are controlled by the PCM, regardless of the year. Who is correct?

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

Question 80

Technician A says that all seven shift solenoids are variable force solenoids. Technician B says that all seven shift solenoids are on/off type solenoids. Who is correct?

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