Vehicle Suspension System Quiz

What is the purpose of a vehicle suspension system?

• All of the above

• To prevent damage to the load and vehicle components

• To provide comfort to the passengers

• To connect the vehicle to its wheels

Which component of the suspension system allows the wheel to move up and down without moving the vehicle body?

• Sway bar

• Control arm

• Steering knuckle

• Shock absorbers

What is the function of the ball joint in the suspension system?

• To keep tires in firm contact with the road surface

• To provide a smooth ride

• To support the weight of the vehicle

• To connect the steering knuckle to the control arm

Which type of spring is most commonly used in the front and rear of passenger cars?

• Torsion bar

• Leaf spring

• Rubber spring

• Coil spring

What is the purpose of the rebound clips in a leaf spring?

• To connect the leaf spring to the frame of the vehicle

• To provide a smooth ride

• To absorb the force of impact by twisting

• To prevent excessive flexing of the main leaf during rebound

What is the function of bump stops in the suspension system?

• To prevent excessive suspension movement

• To provide a smooth ride

• To absorb the force of impact by twisting

• To connect the axle to the spring

What is the purpose of a sway bar in the suspension system?

• To provide a smooth ride

• To absorb the force of impact by twisting

• To operate as a spring when the car leans to one side

• To connect the lower control arms on both sides of the vehicle

Which type of damper is used to reduce the impact of bumps and potholes in the suspension system?

• Coilover

• Shock absorber

• Leaf spring

• Strut

What is the purpose of a coilover in the suspension system?

• To reduce the impact of bumps and potholes

• To consist of a shock with a coil spring encircling it

• To provide a smooth ride

• To connect the steering knuckle to the control arm

Where is the strut assembly mounted in the vehicle suspension system?

• To the lower control arm

• To the frame of the vehicle

• To the steering knuckle

• To the chassis on the top and the vehicle body through an upper strut mount