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WorksheetsAUT104 Week 3 Quiz Steering Systems
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Mechanical joints and bushings, as well as ________, wear over time, decreasing in functionality and eventually failing.
Select one:
Motors
Switches
Pumps
All of the above
______ are used to measure the runout or movement on different parts of the steering system, such as play in tie-rod ends.
Select one:
Pickle forks
Dial indicators
Inner tie-rod end tools
Tie-rod sleeve adjusting tools
Tech A states that when diagnosing a steering system problem it is important to consider just the mechanical components at first. Tech B states that when diagnosing a steering system problem it is important to consider both the mechanical and electrical components, and that a factory scan tool is very helpful in this process. Who is correct?
Select one:
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
If you do not know where the center point of the clock spring is, you can carefully turn the clock spring in the correct direction, counting the number of total turns until it reaches the end, then move back ______ that number of turns.
Select one:
Half
One-third
Two-thirds
One-quarter
One method for checking for leaks is to clean all power steering fluid off the affected parts of the vehicle and then run it for a little while to see where the leak is originating from.
Select one:
True
False
What tool is being used to measure tie rod play?
Vernier caliper
Micrometer
Dial Indicator
Pickle fork
Technician A says power steering pressure hose leaks can be catastrophic because the fluid is being actively pumped and the fluid could spray all over the hot engine and exhaust system which could cause a fire. Technician B says there will be no noise or warning if the fluid level is very low and the steering will feel fine. Who is correct?
Select one:
Technician A
Technician B
Both Technician A and Technician B
Neither Technician A nor Technician B
If the customer's concern is related to the steering linkage, perform a visual and hands-on inspection of the ______.
Select one:
Linkage
Joints
Steering gear
All of the above
If the fluid level gets low enough, it can cause a ______ noise when driving.
Select one:
Popping
Buzzing/Whining
Snapping
Swishing
Tech A says that many power steering pump pulleys are typically held in place by a press fit. Tech B says that some power steering pump pulleys are made out of plastic. Who is correct?
Select one:
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Replacement of _______ requires an alignment to be performed or rapid tire wear will occur.
Select one:
Tie-rod ends
Tie-rod cotter pin
Clamps
Grease fitting
If the EPS lamp indicates a fault, a(n) ______ will need to be hooked up to the vehicle's data link connector.
Select one:
Voltmeter
Scan tool
Ohmmeter
Ammeter
Failure to disable the SRS system could cause one or more of the SRS devices to deploy, which can cause ____________.
Select one:
Serious injury
Death
An expensive repair
All of the above
The steering column has a sliding shaft that will slide into itself in the event of an accident, and the column housing mounting points are designed to allow the column to slip downward as the driver makes contact with the steering wheel.
Select one:
True
False
What tool is this?
Brake spoon
Pickle fork
Dial indicator
Chisel set
What part is this?
Inner tie rod
Ball Joint
Steering knuckle
Strut assembly
For looseness in the steering system concerns, do not forget to check the ________ between the intermediate shaft and the steering gearbox.
Select one:
Universal joint
Hose coupler
Tie rod sleeve
Clock spring
Tech A says that worn tie-rod ends can cause a steering wandering complaint. Tech B says that a hard steering complaint could be caused by a worn power steering pump. Who is correct?
Select one:
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Tech A says that to properly check a tie-rod end, the technician should twist the tie-rod end, and any rotational movement means the joint is bad. Tech B says that to properly check tie-rod ends, the vehicle's weight should be on the wheels, and as an assistant wiggles the steering wheel, you can check for movement in the tie-rod ends. Who is correct?
Select one:
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Tech A says that a pickle fork is used to hold a tie rod while it is being tightened. Tech B says that an outer tie-rod end should have a noticeable side-to-side play if it is okay. Who is correct?
Select one:
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
When disabling the vehicle's SRS, it is critical that you use a memory minder or auxiliary power supply on the vehicle to retain settings and presets as well as module memory.
Select one:
True
False
What part is this?
Tie rod end
Strut assembly
Ball joint
Idler arm
What is being shown in this illustration?
Toe out on turns
Ackerman angle
Camber
Caster
What tool is this?
Pickle fork
Tie rod puller
Power steering pulley puller
Strut compressor
What tool is this?
Power steering pulley puller
Ball joint press
Tie rod remover
Pickle fork
