Suspension System Quiz

What is the purpose of an electronically controlled suspension system?

• Change settings to firm for cornering

• Selects soft for cruising

• Adjust shock stiffness depending on conditions

• Any of the above

What type of sensor is used as a height sensor on vehicles equipped with an electronically controlled suspension?

• Photo cell

• Potentiometer

• Hall-effect

• Any of the above

Which sensors do most vehicles use if equipped with electronic suspension?

• Lateral accelerometer sensors

• Steering wheel position sensors

• Height sensors

• All of the above

A lateral acceleration sensor is used to provide the suspension control module with feedback regarding _______ force.

• braking

• cornering

• acceleration

• All of the above

A steering wheel position sensor is being discussed. Technician A says that the sensor is used to determine the direction of the steering wheel. Technician B says that the sensor detects how fast the steering wheel is turned. Which technician is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both technicians

• Neither technician

What are commonly used as actuators in electronic suspension systems?

• Actuator motor

• Stepper motor

• Solenoids

• Either A or B

Some vehicles have shocks that use magneto-rheological fluid. This MR fluid changes viscosity when ________ is applied to the fluid.

• an electrical current
• a vacuum

• heat

• shock force

Which of the following is the LEAST likely sensor to cause an electronic suspension fault?

• Throttle position sensor

• Yaw sensor

• Vehicle speed sensor

• Steering wheel position sensor

Technician A says that a potentiometer returns a digital signal to the ECM. Technician B says that a potentiometer generally has a two terminal harness connected to it. Which technician is correct?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both technicians

• Neither technician

Typically, a vehicle height sensor mounts to the body of the vehicle and is connected to the ____ by a lever.

• frame

• lower control arm

• upper control arm

• None of these