Suspension components

What component(s) is(are) considered to be unsprung weight?

• Body

• Frame

• Wheels and Tires

• Both A and C

All suspension systems use ________ of one form or another

• Beam axles

• Control arms

• Pivot shafts

• Springs

The spring rate of a spring is measured in units of ________.

• lb. per inch

• PSI

• in. -lb

• ft. -lb

What suspension component is used to counteract body lean during cornering?

• Control arm

• Stabilizer bar

• Torsion bar

• Strut rod

A ________ is a structural part of the vehicle

• Bump stop

• MacPherson strut

• Shock absorber

• Coil spring

Which component is used on FWD vehicles to support the engine and transmission?

• Body mount

• Cradle

• Ladder frame

• Perimeter frame

What frame design combines the body with the structure of the frame?

• Unit body

• Full frame

• Perimeter frame

• Ladder frame

Which component transfers vehicle weight to the wheels

• Springs

• Axles

• Shocks

• Struts

Which of the following is NOT a type of automotive spring?

• Coil spring

• Torsion

• Nylon spring

• Leaf spring

Which component supports the wheel and attaches to the control arms?

• Shock absorber

• Steering Knuckle

• Ball joint

• Sway bar