Bendix Drive Automobile MCQs
Bendix Drive Automobile MCQs
Bendix Drive Automobile MCQs
21. What happens if the Bendix drive fails to engage the pinion gear with the flywheel?
22. In a Bendix drive system, what component typically ensures that the pinion gear stays engaged
A) A locking solenoid
B) Centrifugal weights
C) A spring-loaded mechanism
D) An electromagnetic coil
23. Which of the following is a sign that the Bendix drive might be malfunctioning?
D) Poor acceleration
24. What could cause the Bendix drive to prematurely disengage during engine cranking?
25. What is the main benefit of the simplicity of the Bendix drive mechanism?
26. What typically happens if the pinion gear of the Bendix drive is not properly aligned with the
flywheel?
B) The starter motor will run but the engine won't crank
Answer: B) The starter motor will run but the engine won't crank
27. The Bendix drive mechanism is most likely to be found in vehicles with which type of starting
system?
28. What is the effect of a broken return spring in the Bendix drive?
A) The pinion gear may remain engaged with the flywheel after the engine starts
B) The starter motor will spin faster than normal
Answer: A) The pinion gear may remain engaged with the flywheel after the engine starts
29. Which maintenance procedure can help prevent Bendix drive failures?
30. Why might a Bendix drive be less commonly used in modern vehicles?