Vehicle Steering and Braking Systems Quiz

What is the primary function of steering geometry?

• To enhance tire wear

• To ensure vehicle handling and control

• To improve fuel efficiency

• To increase engine power

What does camber refer to in steering terminology?

• The angle between the vertical axis of the wheel and the steering axis

• The angle of the wheels in relation to the vertical axis

• The distance between the front and rear wheels

• The angle of the steering axis when viewed from the side

Which type of steering linkage is most common in modern vehicles?

• Dual-Link

• Rack and Pinion

• Pitman Arm and Idler Arm

• Recirculating Ball

What is understeering?

• When the rear wheels lose traction

• When a vehicle turns less than intended

• When the front wheels gain traction

• When a vehicle turns more than intended

What is the purpose of the hydraulic pump in a hydraulic power steering system?

• To generate electrical power

• To monitor wheel speed

• To create hydraulic pressure

• To control the steering angle

What is the primary function of the braking system?

• To improve fuel efficiency

• To reduce vehicle speed or stop it

• To increase tire wear

• To enhance vehicle speed

Which component is NOT part of a disc brake system?

• Brake Disc

• Brake Drum

• Brake Caliper

• Brake Pads

What does the term 'wet boiling point' refer to in brake fluid?

• The boiling point after moisture absorption

• The boiling point of new fluid

• The temperature at which fluid ignites

• The temperature at which fluid evaporates

What is the role of the suspension system in a vehicle?

• To improve tire wear

• To enhance fuel efficiency

• To absorb shocks and vibrations

• To increase engine power

What type of brake system uses a hydraulic cylinder to push brake shoes outward?

• Disc Brakes

• Drum Brakes

• Anti-lock Braking System

• Electronic Braking System