Automotive Alignment Flashcard

Front

Which of the following would NOT be included in a pre-alignment check? Excessive load in trunk, Ride height, Tire size and inflation

Back

Number of turns of the steering wheel lock to lock

Front

Which technician is correct regarding the definitions of memory steer and torque steer? Technician A says that if a pull occurs sometime to the left and sometimes to the right, this is called memory steer. Technician B says that if a vehicle pulls to one side only during acceleration then this is called torque steer.

Back

Both technicians

Front

The above vehicle will ________.

Back

pull toward the right and feather-edge both tires

Front

After the vehicle is set up on the alignment rack, perform a(n) _______ to check front caster.

Back

caster sweep

Front

Which technician is correct regarding the front toe determining the thrust angle and tolerance adjustment involving removing and reinstalling subframe bolts?

Back

Neither technician

Front

If the tie rod ends become worn, which angle is most affected? Camber, Toe, Caster, SAI

Back

Toe

Front

Which alignment angle is most likely to need correction? Caster, Toe, Camber, SAI

Back

Toe

Front

Which technician is correct regarding camber and toe adjustments due to wear? Technician A says that, as wear occurs, camber usually becomes negative. Technician B says that, as steering linkage wear occurs, toe usually becomes toe-out from an original toe-in specification.

Back

Both technicians

Front

Any time a suspension component is replaced or adjusted, wheel alignment should be checked.

Back

True

Front

Which technician is correct regarding TOOT in a four wheel alignment: Technician A says that TOOT is the last adjustment made, while Technician B says that TOOT is a diagnostic angle that is not adjusted in a typical alignment?

Back

Technician B only