A vehicle with a power rack and pinion steering system is binding only while turning corners. Which of these are LEAST likely to cause this condition?

The TPMS warning light remains illuminated, even after driving the vehicle several miles. The LEAST likely cause of this condition is:

When going over speed bumps in a parking lot, the driver complains of a banging noise in the front suspension. What could be a possible cause?

A customer complains of a whining or grumbling noise while turning the steering wheel either left or right. The noise can be heard while driving or standing still. The most likely cause is:

Technician A says oil-soaked belts can be washed off and reused. Technician B says all belt tensioners are manually adjustable. Who is right?

When inspecting a truck with rear leaf springs, the technician notices one of the leaves in the leaf spring pack has moved out of place. What could possibly cause this condition?

When inspecting the power steering system for leaks, one finds power steering fluid on various components of the system. The first step is to:

While inspecting the lower control arm assembly, which should be checked for cracks and excessive play?

When turning the front wheels in either direction, the power steering serpentine belt squeals loudly. Which of these should be done to correct the problem?

Identify the component shown.

Which component allows oil to flow within a steering rack?

What is the component shown ?

Identify the axle system shown in the image.

Prior to working on a steering system , what should be read?

Which suspension setup is commonly used in modern day vehicles?

A bounce test should be used to identify a fault with which of the following

Which terminology refers to the self centralizing of the steering road wheels ?

The initials KPI stand for

Which of the following will a worn suspension dampener most likely cause ?

The sidewall markings of a tire show P205/65R15 .What does the 15 indicate ?

Why do most wheel lug nuts have a tapered edge ?

To help reduce a vehicles unsprung weight , which of the following should be utilized?

To check the condition of vehicle tires, a technician should carry out a _______________________.

A tire showing excessive wear patterns on each shoulder would indicate which of the following?

Balancing a wheel on a rotating wheel balancer is known as

A positive wheel offset will give which of the following

What will cause a tire to have excessive wear across the center section of the tread pattern ?

A front wheel drive vehicle is pulling to the left. Loose engine cradle bolts are noticed during the initial inspection. Technician A says loose engine cradle bolts will cause a vibration, but have no affect on the vehicle's steering system. Technician B says if the engine cradle is not centered before fastening the bolts, the wheel alignment angles will be affected. Who is correct?

Two technicians are discussing an electronic air suspension system. Technician A says the suspension switch must be turned off before lifting the vehicle. Technician B says to use soapy water to visually inspect this system for leaks. Who is correct?

Loose tie rods are discovered during the initial inspection of a vehicle's steering linkage. Technician A says loose tie rods will cause a clunking or popping noise while turning. Technician B says loose tie rods will result in constant steering correction and vehicle wander. Who is correct?

Technician A says a directional tire must be kept on the same side of the vehicle during a tire rotation. Technician B says tire inflation pressure is considered cold as long as the vehicle has been driven less than ten miles. Who is correct?

Technician A says the vehicle in the chart above is within specifications. Technician B says the vehicle's front toe is out of specifications. Tire wear will result from this condition. Who is correct?

After replacing a tapered ball joint the technician loosens the castle nut just enough to install the cotter pin. Technician A says this procedure keeps the ball joint from binding. Technician B says a binding ball joint will result in memory steer. Who is correct?

Technician A says a vehicle with torsion bar suspension can be adjusted to repair ride height. Technician B says on some vehicles, torsion bars are used in place of coil springs. Who is correct?

A vehicle feels bouncy and is oscillating at highway speeds. The vehicle's shock absorbers may be faulty. Technician A says it is acceptable for a slight film to appear on the shock absorber's shaft. Technician B says a small drip of oil appearing from the shock absorber's chamber is acceptable. Who is correct?

Two technicians are discussing excessive wear on the inside tread of a tire. Technician A says an out of specification caster angle will cause this type of wear. Technician B says an out of specification camber angle will cause this type of wear. Who is correct?

The vehicle in the alignment chart pulls to the right. Technician A says this is because a vehicle will pull to the side with the most camber. Technician B says this is because the vehicle's caster angle is out of specifications. Who is correct?

The ________ and the power steering reservoir are usually at the front of the engine?

What is suspension bushing usually made of?

What happens if the power steering fluid is too low?

Which suspension component is constructed of two tubes and a piston?

What happens if you overfill the power steering reservoir?

Shock absorbers are filled with?

How does one usually measure the level of fluid in an automobile component?

What components work like springs, yet are not coils OR leafs?

What component restricts the lean or sway of a vehicle when taking a turn at speeds?

Technician A says that rack-and-pinion steering systems use pitman arms. Technician B says that rack-and-pinion steering systems use idler arms. Who is correct?

Technician A says that a tie rod end is a ball-and socket joint similar in construction to a ball joint. Technician B says that tie rod adjustment is use to set camber. Who is correct?

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What is Track Width?

Power assisted steering makes it harder for the driver to steer the vehicle.

Steering assist can either be electric or _____________.

Pittman arm puller, tie rod end puller, tie rod sleeve tool, pickle fork, inner tie tool are tools used for what type of repairs?

Technician A says that a torsion bar is designed to twist in order to absorb the movement of the control arm. Technician B says that adjusting a torsion bar can change alignment angles. Who is right?

Technician A says a jounce bumper should be replaced if the rubber is broken or missing. Technician B says the rubber on most jounce bumpers is broken and does not require replacement. Who is right?

When inspecting the lower ball joints on an SLA (short-long arm) suspension, the floor jack should be placed under the:

Two technicians are discussing sagging coil springs. Technician A says to replace the shocks to lift the vehicle back up. Technician B says coil springs should be replaced in pairs. Who is right?

Diagnosing tire noise will normally require:

Technician A says that worn stabilizer (sway bar) link bushings can make a banging noise when driving over bumps. Technician B says the stabilizer (sway bar) link assembly connects the stabilizer bar to the vehicle frame or cradle assembly. Who is correct?

Technician A says upper and lower control arm bushings can be checked for movement using a pry bar. Technician B says a visual inspection can also identify bushing problems. Who is right?

Technician A says that the pitman arm, center link, and idler arm are all steering components that should be checked for excessive play. Technician B says that a steering damper is a shock absorber-type device that helps eliminate steering vibration problems. Who is right?

Technician A says control arm bushings can be replaced, but a press must be used to replace the bushings. Technician B says a complete control arm assembly with new bushings can be an alternative to just replacing the bushings. Who is right?

Name this component

What alignment angle is shown above?

Name this component

Name this component

Rust can often cause the wheel to become stuck to the axle flange or hub due to the snug fit between the wheel and hub (or axle flange). When this happens, Technician A says to first notify your supervisor and seek assistance. Technician B says to first use an oxyacetylene torch to loosen the rust’s grip on the parts. Who is correct?

Technician A says the worm gear steering box made turning easier for drivers of early automobiles. Technician B says the worm steering box also provided a large gear reduction which increases output torque and reduces the driver effort required. Who is correct?

During the caster sweep step on a 4 wheel alignment job, Technician A says: first install a clutch pedal depressor so the wheels don’t bind. Technician B says to first install a brake pedal depressor so the wheels don’t turn. Who is correct?

Most vehicle lug nuts and studs are right-hand threaded, which means they tighten when turned clockwise. However, some vehicle manufacturers use left-hand studs and lug nuts on the passenger side wheels. Technician A says this is because some manufacturers believe left-hand lug nuts are less likely to loosen up when used on the right (passenger) side of the vehicle. Technician B says this is important to remember so lug nuts are not sheared off when trying to remove them. Who is correct?

Technician A says that steering boxes can be either manual or power assisted. Technician B says that there are two main types of steering boxes: rack-and-pinion gear and worm gear. Who is correct?

Technician A says a P205-75R15 tire fits on a 14 inch rim.Technician B says a P205-75R15 tire is made for use on a large truck. Who is correct?