Steering Linkage Flashcard

Front

How are the inner tie rods attached to the rack on a center take-off type rack and pinion steering gear?

Back

Bolted

Front

A vehicle equipped with four-wheel steering will use ________ mode when moving at low speeds.

Back

opposite-phase

Front

What is the MOST likely cause of bump steer?

Back

Worn or oil soaked rack bushings

Front

Which technician is correct regarding tie rod ends: Technician A says that outer tie rod ends should be replaced in pairs, even if only one is worn. Technician B says that some rack and pinion systems use inner tie rod ends mounted to the center of the rack?

Back

Technician B only

Front

Which tool is NOT recommended to be used to separate tapered steering components because it can do harm? Options: Tie rod removal puller, Two hammers, Taper breaker, Pickle fork

Back

Pickle fork

Front

Technician A says that the pitman arm is connected to the steering gear. Technician B says that an idler arm is used with all rack and pinion steering linkages. Which technician is correct?

Back

Technician A only

Front

Which of the following terms may be used to describe the center link? Connecting link, Drag link, Relay rod, All of these are correct

Back

All of these are correct

Front

Which of the following linkage types may be used with a rack and pinion design? Cross steer, Haltenberger, Parallelogram, None of these are correct

Back

None of these are correct

Front

Technician A says that tie rod ends are used to connect the steering linkage to the steering knuckles. Technician B says that some ball and socket joints are filled with rubber and do not require lubrication. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both technicians

Front

Technician A says that steering ball socket joints do not need lubrication. Technician B says that it's a good idea to lubricate steering stops. Which technician is correct?

Back

Technician B only