WorksheetsS&S Mid-Term
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 12mins
Today’s newer, lightweight vehicles are less sensitive than ever to minor tire or wheel issues.
True
False
The height of the center of gravity is determined by the ______ of the center of the mass above the road surface.
Height
Depth
Width
Length
Tires on many vehicles are inflated to about ________ pounds per square inch (psi).
16
24
32
40
Which of the following speed rating designations is rated for speeds above 149 mph (240 kph)?
Z
V
Y
W
In ________ offset wheels, the hub mounting surface is toward the brake side or back of the wheel's centerline.
Positive
Negative
Zero
Initial
Technician A says that TPMS sensors that are fastened to the inner end of the valve stem are called direct sensors. Technician B says an indirect TPMS system does not use pressure sensors. Who is correct?
Both A&B
Neither A nor B
Tech A
Tech B
All of the following problems or conditions may be caused by improper wheel balance, EXCEPT:
premature wear of suspension components
premature wear of brake pads.
uneven tire wear.
uncomfortable vibration.
Tires and wheels must be balanced statically and dynamically.
True
False
________ is most commonly a result of the tires set with excessive toe-in or toe-out.
Feathering
Groove
Friction
Balding
Wheel and tire assembly runout is a condition defined by all of the following, EXCEPT:
felt as a vibration, worsening with engine speed.
side-to-side variation.
felt as a vibration, worsening with vehicle speed.
up-and-down variation.
If the TPMS warning light indicates a system fault, connect an appropriate scan tool to the system and read any ________.
EGRs
DTCs
ECRs
MILs
Tech A says that using a tire plug to repair a hole in a tire is the best and fastest way to fix a tire. Tech B says that using a tire plug patch is the only approved method of repairing a tire in many states. Who is correct?
Both A&B
Neither A nor B
Tech A
Tech B
The Ackermann principle is:
when the steering wheel automatically returns to center.
the offset of the front wheels.
where the inside wheels are able to turn at a different radius than the outside wheels.
the difference in the ride height from front to rear.
The ________ is a rotating gear that meshes with the rack.
Pinion Gear
Side Gear
Ring Gear
Front Gear
Which of the following can be forged as one piece, and can be referred to as a steering knuckle?
All of the answers listed
Steering arm
Stub-axle carrier
Stub axle knuckle
Tech A says that electric power steering systems are much heavier than hydraulic pumps. Tech B says that hydraulic pumps are more compact than electric pumps. Who is correct?
Both A & B
Neither A nor B
Tech A
Tech B
There are three types of power steering, including all of the following EXCEPT:
dual-hybrid power steering.
fully electric power steering
hydraulically assisted power steering
electrically powered hydraulic steering.
Tools and equipment used on the mechanical portion of the steering system include all of the following EXCEPT:
scan tool
dial indicator
tie-rod puller
pickle fork
Dispose of discarded fluid properly in accordance with the relevant ______ and government legislation.
EPA
CDC
FEMA
DOMA
All manufacturers build the filter into the reservoir such that the reservoir and filter are one unit and changed together.
FALSE
TRUE
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?
Tech A
Tech B
Both A & B
Neither A nor B
Failure to disable the SRS system could cause one or more of the SRS devices to deploy, which can cause ____________.
All answers are correct
Serious injury
Death
An expensive repair
Which of the following systems should be disabled while working on or around the steering column, any of the airbags, or other pyrotechnic devices?
SRS
ABS
TRW
EPS
