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WorksheetsAutomotive Suspension, Steering, and Tires
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is the purpose of automotive suspension?
To make the ride as bumpy and uncomfortable as possible
To increase fuel efficiency
To make the vehicle more difficult to control
To provide a smooth and comfortable ride, and ensure proper handling and stability of the vehicle.
Name two classifications of automotive suspension systems.
Leaf cloud suspension, Cloud 9 suspension
Air Supply suspension, BTO Suspension
Permanent suspension, temporary suspension
Independent suspension, Solid axle suspension
Explain the function of shock absorbers in a vehicle's suspension system.
They are used to adjust the steering wheel alignment.
They help to control the movement of the springs and dampen the impact of bumps and uneven road surfaces.
They have no impact on the vehicle's suspension system.
They help to increase the speed of the vehicle on bumpy roads.
What are the common signs of a worn-out suspension system?
Soft brake pedal and clear windshield
Loud engine noise and high fuel efficiency
Smooth ride and easy handling
Excessive bouncing, uneven tire wear, drifting or pulling during turns, and a rough or bumpy ride
How often should I rotate my tires?
Once a month
Once a year
At least twice a year or every 6000 miles
Whenever I feel like it
How does power steering work in a vehicle?
Hydraulic or electric power assists the driver in turning the steering wheel.
The vehicle's weight distribution automatically adjusts to make steering easier.
The vehicle uses a complex system of gears to assist in steering.
The driver's physical strength is used to turn the steering wheel.
How does a stabilizer or sway bar work?
The sway bar connects all the suspension together and keeps the swaying motions of the car under control on the freeway.
The sway bar works when it wants to and only if you pay it enough
The stabilizer bar connects the suspension components on either side of the vehicle and helps control body roll through weight transfer
The stabilizer bar stabilizes you in the driver seat so you feel confident and in control when you turn the car too fast.
Explain the importance of proper tire pressure in a vehicle.
Tire pressure only matters for off-road vehicles
It ensures proper traction, handling, and braking while also preventing premature wear and potential blowouts.
It has no impact on the vehicle's performance
Proper tire pressure only affects fuel efficiency
What are the different types of power steering systems?
Mechanical power steering and pneumatic power steering
Hydraulic power steering and electric power steering
Manual power steering and automatic power steering
Analog power steering and digital power steering
What are the different types of tire treads and their respective benefits?
Rubber, plastic, metal, and ceramic treads with unique benefits for different weather conditions
All-season, summer, winter, and off-road treads with specific benefits for different driving conditions.
Smooth, bumpy, grooved, and spiked treads for various terrains
Round, square, triangular, and hexagonal treads for different driving conditions
How does wheel alignment affect a vehicle's steering and tire wear?
Bad wheel alignment causes the tires to wear more evenly and improves steering
Improper wheel alignment can cause steering issues and uneven tire wear.
Wheel alignment only affects the vehicle's suspension, not the steering or tire wear
Bad wheel alignment has no impact on steering or tire wear
What type of spring is this?
Leaf spring
Layered spring
Spring bar
bar spring
What are the potential causes of uneven tire wear?
Improper tire inflation, misalignment, worn suspension components, or improper wheel balance
Eating while driving
Using the wrong type of oil
Not washing the car regularly
What is the recommended tread depth for replacing a tire?
6/32
4/32
5/23
1/2
What is the recommended age for tire to be replaced tire?
4 years
6 years
8 years
2 years
When a vehicle turns a corner the outside wheels _________faster.
Go flat
Lose traction
Rotate
wear out
What are these called?
Ball joints
tie rods
Torsion bars
Control arm
What is the cause of this type of tire wear?
The car has wheel alignment problems
The tire is old
This car goes around too many turns
They parked in a bad spot
How often should I check the tire pressure in my car?
Every day
Once a week
Once a month
Whenever I feel like it
The tires on a car become _______as you drive.
Heavier
Colder
Warmer
bigger
What are these parts called?
Sway bars
primary arms
Ball joints
Control arms with ball joints and bushings
The _____ Act requires that all vehicles be equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system that will warn the driver in the event of an underinflated tire.
TIRE
PRESSURE
TREAD
OSHA
What is this part of the suspension system called?
Torque rod
Torsion bar
Tire Rod
Radius rod
What is the main difference between a regular coilover type shock and a MacPherson Strut?
MacPherson Struts are just built different
Coilovers look better
MacPherson Struts are a structural part of a car and function differently than a coilover
It doesn't matter, they're both the same thing
What is this part called?
Strut mount
Strut shoe
Rotation plate
Strut pivot point
