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Suspension Systems

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What Type of Shock absorber consists of a spring, a mount and a Shock in a single assembly

a)

Wishbone set up

b)

Independent suspension

c)

Torsion suspension

d)

Macpherson Strut

2.

What type of Suspension uses an upper and lower control arm to provide alignment and steering?

a)

Wishbone suspension

b)

Macpherson Strut

c)

Independent

d)

Linkage

3.

A Shock absorber contains a _______charge to prevent aeration of oil.

a)

Positive

b)

Fluid

c)

Gas

d)

Solid

4.

A suspension system element sometimes used to prevent side-to-side axle movement when cornering is called a(n)____

a)

Track Rod

b)

Stabilizer Bar

c)

Control arm

d)

Shock mount

5.

3. Which of the following suspension elements functions by twisting?

a)

Coil Spring

b)

Torsion Bar

c)

Leaf Spring

d)

Twisty springy

6.

To keep the care body from rolling or leaning excessively in turns or corners, a _____ is used.

a)

Track Bar

b)

Sway Bar

c)

Torsion bar

d)

ball joint

7.

. “Curb” height of a car is the distance from the ____.

a)

Curb to the Hood Line

b)

Curb to the top of the tires

c)

Curb to a specified location provided by the manufacturer

d)

Curb to the top of the wheel wells

8.

Technician A says that worn control arm bushings can be responsible for steering problems and tire wear. Technician B says that worn control arm bushings primarily cause a rough ride. Who is right?

a)

Tech A

b)

Tech B

c)

Both

d)

Neither

9.

Tires, wheels, and axle housings make up the major portion of a vehicle’s unsprung weight.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

In a shock-absorber bounce test, the vehicle should stop rebounding after one or two up-and-down movements if shock absorbers are good

a)

True

b)

False

11.

What Tool is used to separate a worn ball Joint from a steering knuckle?

a)

Ball peen Hammer

b)

Pickle Fork

c)

Knuckle spoon

d)

Snap Ring pliers

12.

What Device is used to Measure play in a Worn Ball Joint?

a)

Vernier Caliper

b)

Dial Indicator

c)

Micrometer

d)

Ruler

13.

A Customer Complains that their vehicle is making a "Boing" sound when turning side to side.

Tech A Says its a bad ball Joint. Tech B Says its the sign of a bad Strut mount. Who is correct?

a)

Tech A

b)

Tech B

c)

Both

d)

Neither

14.

A disadvantage of solid axles is

a)

one side affects the other

b)

. the wheel doesn’t stay straight as it moves up and down

c)

harsh ride

d)

d. all of the above

15.

A Type of spring that can be adjusted is

a)

A Leaf Spring

b)

A Coil Spring

c)

A Torsion bar

d)

None of the above

16.

When checking the lower ball joint in a SLA suspension system with the spring between the two control arms, you should ______ to unload the ball joints.

a)

place the jack under the body

b)

place the jack on top of the spring

c)

. place the jack under the lower control arm

d)

none of the above

17.

Shock absorbers:

a)

Control Spring oscillations

b)

Control Ride Height

c)

Control Acceleration

d)

Should never be Changed

18.

When Replacing Rear Shock absorbers you should

a)

Replace the worn one

b)

Replace the springs

c)

Replace Both sides

d)

Replace the Links

19.

Provides spindle or bearing support for mounting wheel hub and wheel assembly

a)

Ball Joint

b)

Backing Plate

c)

Rotors

d)

Knuckle

20.

Sleeve that allows control arm to pivot up and down

a)

Control Arm Bushing

b)

Ball Joint Seal

c)

Subframe

d)

Shock absorber

21.

What Type of suspension system is this?

a)

SLA Suspension

b)

Shock and Spring

c)

Front Camber

d)

MacPherson

22.

How Much play is allowable in a ball joint?

a)

0.001"

b)

0.003"

c)

0.1"

d)

Check Manufacturer spec

23.

Which angle does the picture represent?

a)

Positive camber

b)

Negative camber

24.

Which angle does the picture represent?

a)

Toe out

b)

Toe in

25.

Which angle does the picture represent?

a)

Negative caster

b)

Positive caster

26.

Excessive negative camber will cause the tires to

a)

Wear rapidly on the inner edges

b)

Wear rapidly on the outer edges

c)

Cause a feathered edge

d)

Will give the vehicle better straight ahead stability

27.

Which statement is true about springs?

a)

Torsion bars are often adjustable to control ride height

b)

Leaf springs use a center bolt

c)

Spring can sag resulting in lower ride height

d)

All of the above

28.

This tire wear pattern is most likely from?

a)

Worn shock absorber

b)

Under inflation

c)

Poor alignment

d)

Over inflation

29.

This type tire wear is from?

a)

Driving to fast

b)

Underinflation

c)

Poor shock absorbers

d)

Over inflation

30.

What do you call this type of suspension

a)

Mc Pherson

b)

Multi-Link

c)

Double wishbone

d)

Steering

31.

A failed leaf spring will :

a)

be bent

b)

be cracked

c)

sag

d)

all of the above

32.

This is also known as a MacPherson type component:

a)

Strut

b)

Shock

c)

Leaf spring

d)

coil spring

33.

true of false : A technician should always replace struts in pairs?

a)

True

b)

False

34.

Tech A says the function of the shock is keep the vehicle's ride height level. Tech B says the shock prevents the vehicle from bouncing by limiting shock oscillations. Who is correct?

a)

Tech A

b)

Tech B

c)

Both Tech

d)

Neither Tech

35.
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?
a)
Technician A only
b)
Technician B only
c)
Both Technician A and B
d)
Neither Technician A nor B
36.
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?
a)
Technician A only
b)
Technician B only
c)
Both Technician A and B
d)
Neither Technician A nor B
37.
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?
a)
Technician A only
b)
Technician B only
c)
Both Technician A and B
d)
Neither Technician A nor B
38.
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)
Technician A only
b)
Technician B only
c)
Both Technician A and B
d)
Neither Technician A nor B
39.

What component is pictured here?

a)

Sway Bar Link

b)

Sway Bar

c)

Ball Joint

d)

Tie Rod

40.

What component is pictured here?

a)

Sway Bar Link

b)

Sway Bar

c)

Ball Joint

d)

Tie Rod

41.

Is this an example of a dependent suspension system?

a)

Yes

b)

No

42.

What type of spring is used on this suspension system?

a)

Air

b)

Coil

c)

Leaf

d)

Torsion

43.

What type of spring is used on this vehicle?

a)

Leaf

b)

Coil

c)

Torsion

d)

Air

44.

This vehicle is equipped with what type of suspension system?

a)

Leaf

b)

Air

c)

Coil

d)

Torsion

45.
Name this component 
a)
Sway bar
b)
strut rod 
c)
Sway bar link