Practice question

A continuous gear whine from a school bus drive axle that changes with road speed and is worst on acceleration is MOST commonly caused by:

  1. Improper ring-and-pinion backlash or worn gears/bearings
  2. A slipping lockup clutch
  3. Low transmission line pressure
  4. A worn slip yoke

Answer: A — Improper ring-and-pinion backlash or worn gears/bearings

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