ch.76 suspension system diagnosis and repair.

What component is not part of the suspension system?

• coil spring

• shock absorber

• macpherson strut

• camshaft

Air shocks must be replaced when faulty and gas build shocks may be repairable.

• True

• False

What is the most common problem with air shocks?

• bent shaft

• worn bushings

• dented body

• air leakage

What is the result of spring fatigue?

• rough ride

• heavy vibration

• sag or droop

• rattling

Never unbolt the ball joint without first compressing the coil spring.

• true

• false

Why must you be careful not to inject too much grease into a ball joint equipped with a balloon seal?

• it may rip, tear or damage the seal

• It may break the ball joint

• it can cause hard steering

• it may overheat

A ball joint can usually be replaced without removing the control arm from the vehicle.

• true

• false

The most common trouble with the macpherson strut suspension is spring fatigue.

• true

• false

Always____all suspension system bolts and nuts to factory specifications.

• impact

• weld

• tighten

• torque

Most automakers recommend replacing, not repairing, a faulty strut shock absorber.

• true

• false