ASE A4 Steering and Suspension Practice Exam

Front

A vehicle has a steady pull to the left. All of these will cause this condition EXCEPT: The caster angle., Low tire pressure., The camber angle., Steering U-joint coupling.

Back

Steering U-joint coupling.

Front

Who is correct regarding camber effects on vehicle alignment? Technician A says a vehicle will pull to the side with the most positive camber. Technician B says that too much negative camber will result in excessive wear on the inside tread of the tire.

Back

Both Technician A and B

Front

Two technicians are discussing inner and outer tie rods. Technician A says to turn the outer tie rod end to adjust the toe. Technician B says loose inner tie rod ends will cause a tire to feather. Who is correct?

Back

Technician B only

Front

The rear tires on a vehicle with independent rear suspension are worn on the inside tread. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of this condition? Options: The toe., Underinflated tires., The caster., None of the above.

Back

The toe.

Front

Technician A says SAI or Steering Angle Inclination is adjusted by changing the caster angle. Technician B says camber adjustments are included in the Included Angle. Who is correct?

Back

Technician B only

Front

On cold mornings, the warning lamp on a vehicle with a TPMS tire pressure monitoring system stays illuminated for several minutes before it goes out. Which of these is MOST likely the cause of this condition?

Back

Low tire pressure.

Front

A front wheel drive vehicle is pulling to the left. Loose engine cradle bolts are noticed during the initial inspection. Technician A says loose engine cradle bolts will cause a vibration, but have no affect on the vehicle's steering system. Technician B says if the engine cradle is not centered before fastening the bolts, the wheel alignment angles will be affected. Who is correct?

Back

Technician B only

Front

Two technicians are discussing an electronic air suspension system. Technician A says the suspension switch must be turned off before lifting the vehicle. Technician B says to use soapy water to visually inspect this system for leaks. Who is correct?

Back

Both Technician A and B

Front

Loose tie rods are discovered during the initial inspection of a vehicle's steering linkage. Technician A says loose tie rods will cause a clunking or popping noise while turning. Technician B says loose tie rods will result in constant steering correction and vehicle wander. Who is correct?

Back

Both Technician A and B

Front

Who is correct regarding tire maintenance: Technician A says a directional tire must be kept on the same side of the vehicle during a tire rotation. Technician B says tire inflation pressure is considered cold as long as the vehicle has been driven less than ten miles?

Back

Technician A only