AUT104 Week 3 Quiz Steering Systems

Mechanical joints and bushings, as well as ________, wear over time, decreasing in functionality and eventually failing.

Select one:

• Motors

• Switches

• Pumps

• All of the above

______ are used to measure the runout or movement on different parts of the steering system, such as play in tie-rod ends.

Select one:

• Pickle forks

• Dial indicators

• Inner tie-rod end tools

• Tie-rod sleeve adjusting tools

Tech A states that when diagnosing a steering system problem it is important to consider just the mechanical components at first. Tech B states that when diagnosing a steering system problem it is important to consider both the mechanical and electrical components, and that a factory scan tool is very helpful in this process. Who is correct?

Select one:

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

If you do not know where the center point of the clock spring is, you can carefully turn the clock spring in the correct direction, counting the number of total turns until it reaches the end, then move back ______ that number of turns.

Select one:

• Half

• One-third

• Two-thirds

• One-quarter

One method for checking for leaks is to clean all power steering fluid off the affected parts of the vehicle and then run it for a little while to see where the leak is originating from.

Select one:

• True

• False

What tool is being used to measure tie rod play?

• Vernier caliper

• Micrometer

• Dial Indicator

• Pickle fork

Technician A says power steering pressure hose leaks can be catastrophic because the fluid is being actively pumped and the fluid could spray all over the hot engine and exhaust system which could cause a fire. Technician B says there will be no noise or warning if the fluid level is very low and the steering will feel fine. Who is correct?

Select one:

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B

If the customer's concern is related to the steering linkage, perform a visual and hands-on inspection of the ______.

Select one:

• Linkage

• Joints

• Steering gear

• All of the above

If the fluid level gets low enough, it can cause a ______ noise when driving.

Select one:

• Popping

• Buzzing/Whining

• Snapping

• Swishing

Tech A says that many power steering pump pulleys are typically held in place by a press fit. Tech B says that some power steering pump pulleys are made out of plastic. Who is correct?

Select one:

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B