MEV321: Chapter 4

What is the primary function of the drive line in a vehicle?

• To provide power to the wheels

• To steer the vehicle

• To absorb shocks from the road

• To align the wheels

Which component is used to transmit torque through varying angles in a drive line?

• Axle

• Drive shaft

• Universal joint

• Differential

What type of steering system is commonly used in modern vehicles for its compact design?

• Recirculating ball steering

• Rack and pinion steering

• Power steering

• Hydraulic steering

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

• To connect the wheels to the body

• To maintain wheel alignment

• To support the vehicle's weight

• To absorb road shocks

Which type of axle carries part of the vehicle's weight but does not drive the wheels?

• Live axle

• Steering axle

• Dead axle

• Drive axle

What does positive camber indicate about a wheel's position?

• It is misaligned

• It tilts outward

• It is perfectly vertical

• It tilts inward

What is the main advantage of using a Constant Velocity (CV) joint?

• It requires less maintenance

• It is less expensive

• It accommodates length changes

• It allows for greater speed variation

Which steering system uses hydraulic pressure to assist the driver?

• Rack and pinion steering

• Recirculating ball steering

• Manual steering

• Hydraulic power steering

What is the purpose of the differential in a vehicle?

• To increase engine power

• To absorb shocks from the road

• To support the vehicle's weight

• To allow wheels to turn at different speeds

What does the term 'toe' refer to in wheel alignment?

• The height of the suspension

• The angle of the steering axis

• The measurement of wheel direction

• The inward or outward tilt of the wheels