Steering and Suspension Quiz 2

Technician A says that tire pressure sensors were required to reduce accidents due to underinflated tires. Technician B says tire pressure sensor helps maintain vehicle fuel mileage. Who is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technicians A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

Technician A says that a failure to correctly torque lug nuts could result in the wheel falling off the vehicle. Technician B says that failure to correctly torque lug nuts could cause brake rotors to warp. Who is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technicians A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

Which is considered to be the “last seal” against air leakage from a tire?

• Valve Core

• Valve Sealer

• Valve Stem

• Valve Cap

Technician A says that the four parts of a tire include the Bead, Cord Body, Tread, and Sidewall. Technician B says that three types of tire construction include Bias, Radial Bias, and Belted Ply. Who is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

What is the correct order of these speed ratings, for increasing speeds?

• S, U, H, Z

• H, U, Z, S

• Z, U, H, S

• U, Z, S, H

Which designator identifies the maximum weight a tire can safely carry?

• Load Index

• Ply Rating

• Speed Rating

• Load Range

A certain tire has a size of P215/65R16. What does the number 215 signify?

• Tread width in mm

• The distance between the beads

• The Section Width in mm

• The circumference of the tire in inches

A certain tire has a size of P215/65T16. What does the 65 number signify?

• The percentage of a tires diameter to its circumference

• The Aspect Ratio of the tire

• The load rating of the tire

• The percentage of a tires size, from bead to bead, compared to its diameter

Technician A says wheels are made from steamed steel. Technician B says all wheels are made from aluminum or alloys. Who is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither technician A nor B

Proper wheel offset is important for all of the following EXCEPT:

• Wheel bolt pattern spacing

• Clearance for brake components

• Clearance for suspension components

• Distributing the vehicle load evenly on the wheel bearings