A4 Steering & Suspension

Front

The bushing in the diagram at point A is worn excessively. Technician A says that this could cause the ride height to be lower than normal. Technician B says that this could cause a clunking noise during braking. Who is right?

Back

B only

Front

The alignment readings for the front of a vehicle are shown. Camber and Toe are within specifications, Caster is not. Technician A says that with the current settings, the left front tread may wear on the inside edge. Technician B says that with the current settings, the vehicle may pull to the left. Who is right?

Back

B only

Front

While spinning a tire and wheel assembly on an off-vehicle balancer, excessive radial runout is noticed. Technician A says that a bent wheel rim could be the cause. Technician B says that a worn wheel bearing could be the cause. Who is right?

Back

A only

Front

Which of these could cause a rattling noise under the front of a vehicle? Weak shock absorbers, Weak coil springs, Missing plastic air dam, Missing sway bar bushings

Back

Missing sway bar bushings

Front

A technician is checking a vehicle's alignment to address a "Pull/lead" concern, but finds that all the alignment angles are within specification. Technician A says that a single tire could cause the pull. Technician B says that a restricted brake hose could cause the pull. Who is right?

Back

Both A and B

Front

A high pitched squeal is heard when a vehicle's wheels are turned to a full lock position. This could be caused by: A failed pressure relief valve, an overfilled fluid reservoir, a loose drive belt, an improper fluid type

Back

a loose drive belt

Front

Which of these components prevents pressure from exceeding power steering pump limits? Pressure relief valve, Flow control valve, Pressure switch, Rotary/spool valve

Back

Pressure relief valve

Front

Premature front wheel bearing failure can be caused by excessive: brake rotor runout, steering linkage looseness, lug nut torque, wheel offset

Back

lug nut torque

Front

A pickup truck with a solid rear axle has a broken shock absorber mount. Which of these could be the cause? A weak shock absorber, A siezed shock absorber, A broken transmission mount, A broken rear sway bar link

Back

A siezed shock absorber

Front

Technician A says that faulty shock absorbers can cause rebound bumpers to be damaged. Technician B says that faulty shock absorbers can cause premature spring failure. Who is right?

Back

Both A and B