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An indication that the steering shaft coupling needs replacement may be:
A) excessive play in the steering. B) abnormal vibration felt through the steering. C) abnormal noises when turning the steering wheel. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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The sector shaft endplay on a manual steering gear assembly can be corrected by:
A) tightening the adjustment screw. B) tightening the adjuster plug. C) replacing it, no adjustments can be made. D) installing the correct size of selective shim. |
D) installing the correct size of selective shim.
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Small collisions can result in severe frame and body damage on unibody vehicles.
A) true B) false |
A) true
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An accurate reading for the worm bearing preload test can be taken with a:
A) spring scale attached to the steering wheel. B) very low-reading torque wrench. C) dial indicator. D) either A or B. |
D) either A or B.
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Alignment measurements are always taken from a specific reference line such as:
A) true vertical. B) geometric center line of the vehicle. C) the front bumper. D) either A or B. |
D) either A or B.
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The most common type of power steering found on domestic RWD vehicles is the _____ type.
A) Saginaw B) magnetic C) electronic variable orifice D) non-integral |
A) Saginaw
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The worm bearing preload test must be performed before the ______ is installed.
A) wheel B) sector shaft C) steering wheel D) bearing adjuster |
B) sector shaft
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If a vehicle has a small amount of setback it can be over come by:
A) adjusting the steering linkage. B) replacing the frame rails. C) replacing the shocks. D) adjusting the torque boxes. |
A) adjusting the steering linkage.
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The rack and pinion power steering that can be serviced without disturbing the rack and pinion gears is the ______ configuration.
A) end take-off B) rear take-off C) center take-off D) bi-directional |
C) center take-off
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At the first start-up of the day only it is found that the power steering assist is poor. A likely cause for this is:
A) loose fan belt. B) low fluid level. C) leakage around the directional control valve. D) plugged pressure relief valve. |
C) leakage around the directional control valve.
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A vehicle with a _______ will normally be written-off if a diamond frame condition exists.
A) unitized body B) ladder frame C) perimeter frame |
A) unitized body
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When a vehicle is first started the air bag light comes on but goes out after a few seconds. This is an indication that:
A) the air bag system fuse needs replacement. B) everything is okay. C) the actuator needs to be replaced. D) there is a loose connection in the air bag system. |
B) everything is okay.
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Once an air bag has been removed from a vehicle it must be:
A) replaced with a new one. B) systematically deployed. C) stored so accidental deployment will not cause harm. D) stored with the assembly facing the ground. |
C) stored so accidental deployment will not cause harm.
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When servicing a steering column it is critical to ________ before servicing the steering column.
A) disconnect the battery B) ensure the key is in the off position C) remove the multi-function switch first D) disarm the air bag |
D) disarm the air bag
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When performing a pressure test on a power steering system with the engine running at normal temperature and the valve open you should have a read of ________ kPa.
A) 3445 to 4823 B) 845 to 945 C) 552 to 862 D) 6542 to 8500 |
C) 552 to 862
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The outward and inward tilt of the wheel is called the:
A) camber. B) steering axis inclination. C) toe. D) caster. |
A) camber.
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On a Saginaw power steering system the direction that the fluid moves is determined by the direction the steering wheel turns the:
A) stub shaft. B) inlet. C) return. D) spool valve. |
A) stub shaft.
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Control arms and track bars are not necessary to control alignment of the rear wheels if the vehicle has:
A) MacPherson struts. B) leaf springs. C) shock absorbers. D) rear springs. |
D) rear springs.
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Bump steer can be caused by:
A) rack and pinion assembly misaligned in its mounts. B) seized ball and socket assembly at one end of the rack. C) rubber mounts deteriorated. D) steering gear overtightened at one end. E) all of the above. |
E) all of the above.
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A tire label reads P205/65R14. The section height of this tire is ____ mm.
A) 133 B) 205 C) 270 D) 315 |
A) 133
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Setting camber outside the specified range you may cause:
A) the vehicle to lean into the turn. B) abnormal tire wear. C) increased pulling during breaking. D) increased tire scuffing. |
B) abnormal tire wear.
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The first adjustment to be made by a technician when performing a four wheel alignment is:
A) rear toe. B) thrust. C) rear camber. D) front toe. |
C) rear camber.
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Crumple zones are engineering into an automotive frame to:
A) make a crash the least expensive to repair. B) try to save the power train. C) make the overall cost of production less expensive. D) direct the force of a collision away from the passenger compartment. |
D) direct the force of a collision away from the passenger compartment.
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When compared to a body over frame (BOF) type vehicle a unitized body system has the advantage of being ______ than the BOF.
A) lighter B) stronger C) safer D) all of the above |
D) all of the above
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The electrical wire in the steering column going to the air bag is colour coded with:
A) bright yellow. B) bright orange. C) bright red. D) either A or B. |
D) either A or B.
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To service bearings the technician must remove components in the following order:
A) dust cap, adjusting nut, cotter pin, washer, wheel bearing. B) dust cap, adjusting nut, washer, cotter pin, wheel bearing. C) dust cap, cotter pin, adjusting nut, washer, wheel bearing. D) dust cap, washer, cotter pin, adjusting nut, wheel bearing. |
C) dust cap, cotter pin, adjusting nut, washer, wheel bearing.
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The function of the manual steering gear is to:
A) give the operator directional control of the vehicle. B) convert rotary motion to linear motion. C) to reduce the drives efforts when steering the vehicle. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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If a vehicle with a unibody frame is in a collision the frame is designed:
A) to withstand a severe impact with minimal damage. B) to collapse the front and rear sections to protect the passengers. C) with torque boxes to absorb the impact and protect the passengers. D) with "kick-up" areas to raise the passenger compartment. |
B) to collapse the front and rear sections to protect the passengers.
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Engineers use a _______ as a reference point for vertical measurements.
A) centerline B) datum line C) point-to-point D) thrust line |
B) datum line
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The inflatable restraint system is provided with a hard-wired electrical contact between the system wiring harness and the inflator module through the:
A) multifunction switch assembly. B) clock spring assembly. C) locking mechanisms. D) steering lock plate. |
B) clock spring assembly.
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The most common type of manual steering gear used on cars is the:
A) recirculating ball and nut. B) direct drive. C) worm shaft drive. D) rack and pinion. |
D) rack and pinion.
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The steering column of a vehicle has mounting brackets that contain plastic sliding inserts that are designed to:
A) make the steering column less expensive. B) allow the column to break away during a collision. C) eliminate vibration. D) improve steering performance. |
B) allow the column to break away during a collision.
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The customer complains that a binding condition seems to exist when the steering wheel is turned through the center position. To correct this the technician should readjust the:
A) worm shaft end play. B) high spot adjustment. C) sector shaft end play. D) worm bearing preload. |
B) high spot adjustment.
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A toe change at one wheel only causing the vehicle to steer left or right of its normal path is called:
A) high spot steering. B) rack plunger steering. C) worm steer. D) bump steer. |
D) bump steer.
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An air bag in a vehicle is inflated by a/an:
A) fast acting pump. B) air storage supply. C) explosive device that starts a chemical reaction. D) discharging air canister. |
C) explosive device that starts a chemical reaction.
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Springs on a vehicle are designed to:
A) support the vehicle. B) support the vehicles load. C) absorb road shock. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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If the wiper switch part of a multifunction switch on a vehicle is defective it is necessary to:
A) replace the wiper switch part of the assembly. B) remove the switch and file the contacts. C) replace the complete switch assembly. D) do nothing. |
C) replace the complete switch assembly.
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The major difference between non-integral and integral power steering is that the integral system does not have a separate _______. They are integral to the steering system.
A) hydraulic pump B) worm gear and pitman arm C) steering gear D) directional control valve and power piston |
D) directional control valve and power piston
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The high spot adjustment should be completed:
A) before the sector shaft is installed. B) as the very first adjustment. C) after final assembly. D) at no time. |
C) after final assembly.
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After a vehicle has had a wheel alignment it should be road tested on a:
A) straight flat road. B) road with dips and bumps. C) road with turns in both directions. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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The first step a technician should perform on a pre-alignment is to:
A) do a visual inspection. B) interview the customer. C) check the shock absorbers. D) check ride height. |
A) do a visual inspection.
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An electronic variable orifice power steering system will control the flow rate in the system by:
A) electronically turning the pump on and off. B) using a stepper motor to regulate the amount of fluid. C) electronically changing the orifice size to the fuel tank. D) changing the size of the outlet orifice. |
D) changing the size of the outlet orifice.
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Caster adjustments are made to:
A) make a more direct contact with the road. B) reduce brake pull. C) increase the vehicles tendency to want to go straight. D) reduce tire scuffing during cornering. |
C) increase the vehicles tendency to want to go straight.
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On a collapsible steering shaft the lower part of the shaft is a:
A) solid square shaft. B) plastic shaft. C) solid plastic tube. D) thick-walled tube. |
D) thick-walled tube.
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Sealed wheel bearing units must be adjusted on a regular bases.
A) true B) false |
B) false
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When the connector position assurance clip is removed from the air bag cable connector a spring-loaded bar shorts out the:
A) battery. B) actuator. C) air bag system fuse. D) SIR system. |
B) actuator.
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A toe setting that is 1.5mm out would require the technician to set:
A) each wheel 1.5mm out. B) the drivers side wheel 1.5 mm out and the other wheel 1.5mm in. C) the drivers side wheel 1.5 mm in and the other wheel 1.5mm out. D) each wheel to read 0.75 mm out. |
D) each wheel to read 0.75 mm out.
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The high spot adjustment is made by:
A) installing the correct size of selective shim. B) tightening the adjuster plug. C) removing the sector shaft. D) adjusting the lash adjuster screw. |
D) adjusting the lash adjuster screw.
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Before removing the wheel on a steering column it is necessary to put a mark on the shaft and the wheel so that:
A) you know which vehicle the steering wheel can from. B) the wheel can be identified. C) you know where to reposition the wheel on the re-install.** D) you know where to position the puller. |
C) you know where to reposition the wheel on the re-install.
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By using manual steering and adding a __________ you will have a power steering system.
A) hydraulic pump, steering gear box and sector shaft B) hydraulic pump, power piston and a directional control valve C) power piston, and a hydraulic pump D) hydraulic pump, worm gear and a hydraulic tank |
B) hydraulic pump, power piston and a directional control valve
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The easiest way to install Teflon rings on the valve body of a power steering system is to:
A) use a metal pry bar to stretch them in place. B) grease the rings with petroleum jelly. C) hold the rings in your hands and stretch them. D) warm them in hot water prior to installation. |
D) warm them in hot water prior to installation.
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The most rigid section of a frame is the ______ section.
A) front B) middle C) rear |
B) middle
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On a power steering system when steering effort is applied towards the right the spool valve misalignment will be in the:
A) opposite direction. B) same direction. C) center. D) equilibrium position. |
A) opposite direction.
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When performing a wheel alignment a protractor should be used to measure:
A) steering axis inclination. B) caster. C) camber. D) both A and B. |
D) both A and B.
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Most tire shops will repair punctures in tires up to a maximum of ____mm.
A) 4 B) 6 C) 8 D) 10 |
B) 6
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Positive scrub radius forces the wheels on a vehicle to turn out.
A) true B) false |
A) true
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Ideally the toe of a vehicle in motion should be set at:
A) a slight toe-in. B) a large toe-out. C) being a positive number. D) zero toe. |
D) zero toe.
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It is okay to install both radial and bias tired on the same vehicle at the same time.
A) true B) false |
B) false
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When the clock spring is reinstalled it must be indexed to the _______ position of the steering system.
A) straight ahead B) two o'clock C) ten o'clock D) extreme right |
A) straight ahead
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Steering component can be welded or straightened it need be.
A) true B) false |
B) false
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If a driver turns the steering wheel all the way to the right and continues to maintain pressure on the steering wheel the power steering system will:
A) do nothing and continue to operate as normal. B) build up excessive pressure causing the pressure relief valve to open. C) cause the hydraulic pump to stop functioning. D) spill steering fluid on the ground. |
B) build up excessive pressure causing the pressure relief valve to open.
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To service a sealed bearing the technician must:
A) break the seal, service and reinstall. B) break the seal, pack bearing with grease. C) remove hub and inject grease. D) replace the bearing cartridge. |
D) replace the bearing cartridge.
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The most common type of power steering pump used on imported vehicles is the ______ type.
A) gear B) roller C) vane D) slipper |
A) gear
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Commonly found on front wheel drive vehicles the _______ combines the spring and shock absorber.
A) tension loaded ball joint B) MacPherson strut C) dampening ball joint D) compression loaded |
B) MacPherson strut
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A ball joint that is equipped with a wear indicator will need to be replaced when the:
A) indicator has decreased to 0.05 of an inch. B) oil starts to leak out. C) boss is flush or recessed into the housing. D) ride height shows signs of sag. |
C) boss is flush or recessed into the housing.
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On front wheel drive rear suspension vehicles the ______ controls lateral forces.
A) track bar B) MacPherson strut C) shock absorbers D) leaf springs |
A) track bar
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Torsilastic type bushings can be found on:
A) trailing arms. B) control arms. C) shock absorbers. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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The forward and backward tilt of the steering axis at the top is called the:
A) camber. B) steering axis inclination. C) toe. D) caster. |
D) caster.
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If on a rack and pinion power steering system the technician finds that the steering has poor assist when cold the most likely problem is:
A) low steering fluid. B) a tear in the bellows boot. C) the pressure relief valve is stuck in the closed position. D) internal leaking due to wear in the directional control valve housing area. |
D) internal leaking due to wear in the directional control valve housing area.
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If the steering gear is loose and needs repair you should be to diagnose this by rocking the steering wheel and watching the movement of the:
A) wheels. B) pitman arm. C) ball joints. D) power steering pump. |
B) pitman arm.
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On-car balancers are seldom used today. The problem with this type of balancer was that it was:
A) hard to attach to the car. B) dangerous to use. C) not very effective. D) expensive to buy. |
B) dangerous to use.
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An important tool for determining frame damage is a:
A) pressure gauge. B) level. C) tracking bar. D) thrust line. |
C) tracking bar.
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To disarm an air bag you should:
A) use a test light. B) back probe the wiring to determine the correct wire then remove it. C) cut the bright red wire. D) remove the air bag system fuse. |
D) remove the air bag system fuse.
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The function of the bellows boots on a power rack and pinion steering system is to:
A) protect the directional control valve from the elements. B) protect the rack and inner sockets from the elements. C) make the steering smoother. D) provide flexibility on the steering system. |
B) protect the rack and inner sockets from the elements.
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A technician observes that a customers tire is wearing to a sharp edge towards the inside of the ribs. The problem can be attributed to:
A) unbalanced wheels. B) normal wear. C) worn steering and suspension components. D) incorrect toe settings. |
D) incorrect toe settings.
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A tire that is designed with the shaping and spacing of blocks in a V-pattern will reduce:
A) wear. B) hydroplaning. C) vehicle swaying. D) slipping on ice. |
B) hydroplaning.
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By over-inflating a tire you can cause the:
A) tire to wear in the center. B) tire to wear unevenly on the sides. C) to overheat. D) radial layers to separate. |
A) tire to wear in the center.
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On cars equipped with automatic transmissions the ignition lock mechanism is integrated with the:
A) transmission shift mechanism. B) throttle lever. C) multi-function switch. D) starter. |
A) transmission shift mechanism.
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A good indication of whether the strut is okay and not bent is the:
A) included angle measurements. B) rotating of the shaft. C) setback measurement. D) thrust line indicator. |
A) included angle measurements.
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When checking the fluid level in the power steering pump it is observed that the fluid is a black colour. This is an indication that:
A) everything is normal. B) there is air in the system. C) fluid levels are low. D) abnormal wear is occurring. |
D) abnormal wear is occurring.
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A power steering pump can operate for long periods of time with low fluid levels without causing any problems.
A) true B) false |
B) false
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Working on struts could cause damage to _______ if the work is not performed carefully and accurately.
A) CV joints B) ball joints C) spring coating D) all of the above |
D) all of the above
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With the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position a power steering pump should have a pressure of approximately _______ kPa.
A) 320 to 410 B) 560 to 840 C) 952 to 1215 D) 1250 to 1540 |
B) 560 to 840
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Body roll or sway of a vehicle during cornering can be reduced by use of:
A) gas-charged shocks. B) torsion bars. C) stabilizer bars. D) transverse torsion bars. |
C) stabilizer bars.
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The difference between the front and rear of the wheels on the same axis is called the:
A) camber. B) steering axis inclination. C) toe. D) caster. |
C) toe.
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A vehicle is checked and one front wheel appears to be positioned rearward from the other. This vehicle is said to have:
A) sag. B) a diamond frame. C) everything normal. D) setback. |
D) setback.
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If a vehicle tends to have excessive bounce when dips are encountered on a road then the most likely problem is:
A) the stabilizer bar needs to be replaced. B) excessive positive caster. C) the tires are badly worn. D) worn or weak shock absorbers. |
D) worn or weak shock absorbers.
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If the vehicle steers in one direction with no effort applied to the steering wheel then:
A) everything is normal. B) camber needs adjusting. C) the toe is faulty. D) the directional control valve is misaligned. |
D) the directional control valve is misaligned.
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The vehicle component(s) that is considered to be sprung weight is the:
A) engine. B) body. C) transaxle. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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If a vehicle is equipped with four ball joints and one of them is worn then for safety reasons it is necessary to replace all four of them.
A) true B) false |
B) false
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Tapered roller bearing must always be installed in pairs because a taper roller bearing:
A) only provides radial support. B) has high roller resistance. C) is not serviceable once installed. D) only provides support in one direction. |
D) only provides support in one direction.
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When purchasing new tires it is important to know that tires are rated according to:
A) traction. B) wear. C) temperature resistance. D) speed. E) load. F) all of the above. |
F) all of the above.
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The maximum wheel and tire assembly runout for a radial tire is ____ mm for steel.
A) 1.02 B) 1.8 C) 2.0 D) 2.25 |
A) 1.02
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0.50 degrees expressed in minutes would be ______ minutes.
A) 5 B) 15 C) 25 D) 30 |
D) 30
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On a unibody type of vehicle the body components are made of high strength ______ material.
A) steel B) low alloy C) rigid plastic D) either A or B |
D) either A or B
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The first angle(s) to consider when performing a wheel alignment is the:
A) rear chamber. B) rear toe. C) thrust. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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If heavy loads are carried with a light truck constructed with a ladder type frame it is possible to cause a:
A) diamond frame. B) sag. C) set back. D) skewed rear axle |
B) sag.
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A tire label reads P205/80B14. The "B" in the label tell you the tire is:
A) blackwall. B) balanced. C) radial. D) bias-belted. |
D) bias-belted.
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0.25 degrees expressed in minutes would be ______ minutes.
A) 5 B) 15 C) 25 D) 30 |
B) 15
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Rear stabilizers will mainly be found on vehicles:
A) that require smoother rides. B) low to the ground. C) that are very light weight. D) with a high center of gravity. |
D) with a high center of gravity.
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Once the manual steering assembly is in place sector shaft end play can be measured by use of a:
A) low-reading torque wrench. B) dial indicator. C) spring scale attached to the steering wheel. D) measuring tape. |
B) dial indicator.
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The advantage of a properly adjusted steering axis inclination is:
A) reduced brake pull. B) reduced road shock. C) increased steering stability. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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When the steering wheel is turned on a manual steering vehicle it turns the ______ which is connected to the linkage.
A) tie rod B) ball joint C) steering gear D) wheel bearing |
C) steering gear
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The correct order of adjustment when performing a wheel alignment is:
A) front caster, SAI, rear camber and toe. B) rear camber, front thrust line, rear toe. C) rear camber, rear turning radius, SAI and toe. D) none of the above are correct. |
D) none of the above are correct.
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Lubrication for a rack and pinion manual gear assembly is usually only done during assembly.
A) true B) false |
A) true
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When road testing a vehicle it is found that the steering wheel is high on the left. To correct this the technician should adjust the:
A) left wheel to have a small toe in and the right wheel to have the same amount of toe out. B) right wheel to have a small toe in and the left wheel to have the same amount of toe out. C) left wheel to have a small toe out and the right wheel to have the same amount of toe in. D) steering wheel by loosening the wheel nut and moving it straight. |
A) left wheel to have a small toe in and the right wheel to have the same amount of toe out.
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13 SAI 13 13 Included angle 12 Analyzing the above reading, you are able to determine that: A) the upper strut mounts and lower ball joints are correctly positioned. B) there is aggressive negative camber on the right side. C) the struts need replacement. D) caster setting is too positive. |
A) the upper strut mounts and lower ball joints are correctly positioned.
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Steering stability of a vehicle refers to the:
A) vehicles tendency to want to go straight. B) amount of steering effort required. C) amount of tire wear occurring. D) vehicles ability to wander from side to side. |
A) vehicles tendency to want to go straight.
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Excessive camber will cause:
A) tire wear on the outside or inside edge of the tire. B) excessive ball joint wear. C) abnormal loading on the wheel bearings. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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Collapsible steering shafts are joined together by:
A) injected plastic. B) shear pins. C) low strength bolts. D) welds. |
A) injected plastic.
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Torque steer happens when:
A) hard acceleration happens. B) unequal torque is sent to the wheels during hard acceleration. C) the vehicle respond too much to the turning of the steering wheel. D) the vehicle does not respond fully tot he turning of the steering wheel. |
B) unequal torque is sent to the wheels during hard acceleration.
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When checking the tie rod ends you should be able to rotate the tie rod about _____ degrees.
A) 0 B) 15 C) 30 D) 45 |
C) 30
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A normal power steering pump will create a pressure of about ____ kPa during a normal turn.
A) 552 to 862 B) 3445 to 4823 C) 6542 to 8500 D) 7545 to 1215 |
B) 3445 to 4823
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On SLA suspension type vehicles you can adjust the front caster by:
A) installing or removing shims. B) adjusting the length of the tie rod. C) moving the upper ball joint forward or rearward. D) adjusting the worm shaft. |
C) moving the upper ball joint forward or rearward.
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The inward tilt of the steering axis at the top is called the:
A) camber. B) steering axis inclination. C) toe. D) caster. |
B) steering axis inclination.
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If a tapered boss is used to fasten a wheel it must be installed with the taper:
A) towards the wheel. B) away from the wheel. |
A) towards the wheel.
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It is important to balance the wheels to prevent:
A) tire wear. B) stress and wear on the steering components. C) vibration. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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The easiest place to start diagnosing a steering problem is with the:
A) steering linkage. B) steering gears. C) steering pump. D) toe. |
A) steering linkage.
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When performing a wheel alignment you must perform the _______ and the _______ all in one operation.
A) camber, thrust angle B) camber, SAI C) toe setting, thrust angle D) turning radius, toe setting |
C) toe setting, thrust angle
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To prevent power steering pumps from damage due to excessively high flow or pressure the pumps are equipped with:
A) automatic pressure control switches. B) reverse pressure balancing outlets. C) reduced flow orifices. D) flow control and pressure relief valves. |
D) flow control and pressure relief valves.
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A vehicle that responds too much to the turning of the steering wheel is referred to as:
A) under steer. B) bump steer. C) over steer. D) torque steer. |
C) over steer.
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When working on a recirculating ball and nut steering assembly the technician noticed that the worm shaft has been damaged. To fix this problem the technician will have to:
A) install a new worm shaft. B) install a new ball nut. C) replace the complete assembly. D) reinstall the shaft and wait until the customer complains before any other action is taken. |
C) replace the complete assembly.
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A tire with a label that reads P205/65R15 92R would be rated for a maximum speed of _____ km/h.
A) 150 B) 160 C) 170 D) 180 |
C) 170
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Some vehicles are designed with a double flex joint in the steering shaft so that:
A) it is easier to maneuver corners. B) the steering wheel will turn easier. C) it is easier to perform a wheel alignment. D) it will fold up in a collision |
D) it will fold up in a collision
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Negative caster tends to cause the vehicle to:
A) pull slightly towards the curb or ditch. B) create excessive road noise. C) have excessive shimmy. D) lean into the turn. |
D) lean into the turn.
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Shiny marks on the matching teeth of the ball nut and sector shaft are an indication that:
A) wear is taking place. B) everything is normal C) the wheel alignment is out. D) the pitman arm is bent. |
A) wear is taking place.
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When adjusting caster, if caster is not the same, a technician should set the right side to be more positive than the left so the vehicle will:
A) tend to go straight on the road. B) pull slightly towards the curb or ditch. C) not create road noise. D) not wear out the tires. |
B) pull slightly towards the curb or ditch.
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To offset the road crown the technician can set the _______ to have a slight pull to the left.
A) caster B) camber C) toe D) both A and B |
D) both A and B
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The tracking on a vehicle should be the same on each side or a maximum difference of ____ mm.
A) 6 B) 8 C) 10 D) 12 |
A) 6
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Manual steering gears provide the driver with a mechanical advantage. Most provide a ratio of ____ to 1.
A) 23 B) 30 C) 35 D) 42 |
A) 23
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During a collision the battery cables on a vehicle are cut. This causes the air bag to:
A) activate via the electrical charge stored in the control module. B) stay deflated. C) remain in its normal state. D) inflate via the sudden jar. |
A) activate via the electrical charge stored in the control module.
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The amount of rotating torque required when performing a worm bearing test is usually about ______ in-lb.
A) 1 to 4 B) 4 to7 C) 7 to 10 D) 10 to 15 |
A) 1 to 4
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If the upper strut mount bearing seizes it could cause:
A) memory steer. B) bump steer. C) over steer. D) torque steer. |
A) memory steer.
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Rear camber adjustments can be made by:
A) moving the upper ball joint forward or rearward. B) adjusting the threaded tie rods. C) removing the rear hub or spindle assembly and installing shims. D) turning the spindle mount. |
C) removing the rear hub or spindle assembly and installing shims.
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In a rack and pinion manual steering assembly the small gear (the pinion) is attached through the steering shaft to the:
A) tie rods. B) steering wheel. C) frame. D) pitman arm. |
B) steering wheel.
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A tire label reads P205/65R14. The "P" in the label tell you the tire is:
A) designed for a passenger car. B) puntureproof. C) a temporary use tire. D) for part-time use only. |
A) designed for a passenger car.
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While performing a pre-alignment inspection on a vehicle you noticed that the vehicle leans to one side. The most likely problem with this vehicle is a:
A) broken spring. B) weak tie rod. C) wrongly adjusted thrust. D) excessive positive camber. |
A) broken spring.
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The pressure control valve on a power steering system will typically open around ____ kPa.
A) 600 B) 4800 C) 8500 D) 1200 |
C) 8500
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If a technician installs the manual steering gear too tight the vehicle may:
A) wander and weave. B) not correct after any steering correction. C) not return easily to the straight-ahead position. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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Coil springs are rated according to the:
A) number of coils on the spring. B) amount of force required to compress one unit or one inch. C) separation between each coil. D) type of material used for the spring. |
B) amount of force required to compress one unit or one inch.
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The final adjustment to be made by a technician when performing a wheel alignment is:
A) rear toe. B) thrust. C) rear chamber. D) front toe. |
D) front toe.
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Wheel alignments performed on vehicles must take into account the ______ angle(s).
A) toe B) turning radius C) steering axis inclination D) camber E) caster F) all of the above |
F) all of the above
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One of the first signs of a skewed rear axle is the:
A) tires will wear unevenly. B) front tires wear out. C) front end shakes at high speeds. D) driver having to hold the steering wheel off center to drive in a straight line. |
D) driver having to hold the steering wheel off center to drive in a straight line.
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On power rack and pinion steering gears the only adjustment that can be made is the _____ adjustment.
A) pressure control valve B) thrust bearing C) high spot D) rack bearing |
D) rack bearing
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Fluid is found in the bellows of a rack and pinion steering system. This is a indication that:
A) everything is normal. B) there is a leak in the seals. C) fluid levels are low. D) the power steering pump belt is loose. |
B) there is a leak in the seals.
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If the driver of a vehicle has to turn the steering wheel off-center to travel in a straight line then the most likely problem is:
A) rear thrust angle needs adjustment. B) worn tires. C) loose pitman arm. D) camber is out. |
A) rear thrust angle needs adjustment.
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When a vehicle is on a hoist and you are rocking the wheel from side to side the pitman arm should be checked. The pitman arm should have ________ lateral movement.
A) 25 degrees of B) 10 degrees of C) 5 degrees of D) no |
D) no
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The primary reason to adjust for a high steering axis inclination (SAI) is to:
A) improve the vehicle roll at lower speeds. B) improve vehicle directional stability at high speeds. C) reduce the brake induced pull. D) reduce the effect caused by tire pull. |
B) improve vehicle directional stability at high speeds.
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The most common problem that happens with power rack and pinion steering systems is:
A) sticking of the pressure relief valve. B) wear in the directional control valve area of the housing. C) a worn upper pinion bearing. D) dirty steering fluid. |
B) wear in the directional control valve area of the housing.
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A frame of a unibody vehicle that is swayed more than _____ of a degree will have to be repaired or replaced.
A) 0.2 B) 0.3 C) 0.4 D) 0.5 |
D) 0.5
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The only method for determining spring sag is the:
A) thrust line. B) ride height measurement. C) center line. D) point-to-point measurement. |
B) ride height measurement.
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A thicker torsion bar on a vehicle will provide:
A) harder steering. B) a quicker responding power steering system. C) an unresponsive vehicle. D) more road feel |
D) more road feel
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A shock absorber with a ratio of 80/20 would mean that the shock:
A) controls 20% on extension and 80% on compression. B) can handle 80/20 or 4 times the rated load. C) rides 80/20 or 4 times as smooth. D) controls 80% on extension and 20% on compression. |
D) controls 80% on extension and 20% on compression.
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A perimeter type of frame uses torque boxes that are designed:
A) to absorb the energy of a collision. B) to provide the vehicle with more torque. C) so the body of the vehicle can be fastened to the frame. D) for stabilization of the vehicle during high torque situations. |
A) to absorb the energy of a collision.
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The _______ spring pivots at the front and floats on a moveable shackle at the rear.
A) leaf B) longitudinal C) transverse |
B) longitudinal
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The best way to check an outer tie rod end for wear is:
A) by measuring the body sag. B) performing fast sharp turns. C) the dry park test for lateral movement. D) prying the tie rod up and down to observe movement. |
C) the dry park test for lateral movement.
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Shock absorbers are used in conjunction with springs to:
A) increase load capacity. B) control spring oscillation. C) increase the bounce of a vehicle. D) lift the vehicle higher. |
B) control spring oscillation.
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A technician removes a bearing and notices that the bearing has discoloration. This is an indication that:
A) everything is normal. B) the bearing has overheated. C) the bearing was installed backwards. D) the tires are not balanced properly. |
B) the bearing has overheated.
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The ________ suspension is used only on Ford trucks.
A) twin I-beam B) I-beam C) short arm D) long arm |
A) twin I-beam
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Dog tracking can be caused by:
A) an incorrect trust angle. B) poorly adjusted toe. C) incorrect axis inclination. D) excessive positive camber. |
A) an incorrect trust angle.
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To prevent damage to the clock spring you should __________ before disconnecting the steering shaft coupling.
A) disconnect the battery B) tilt the steering column as far down as possible. C) turn the key to the off position D) lock the steering wheel in the center position |
D) lock the steering wheel in the center position
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The most likely problem with a power steering system that constantly makes a buzzing sound is:
A) air in the system. B) low fluid level. C) loose power steering belt. D) plugged pressure relief valve. |
A) air in the system.
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Most modern cars use a ______ type of frame.
A) perimeter B) cross C) unibody D) ladder |
C) unibody
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On a manual steering assembly the mesh adjustment should be made:
A) with the steering gear in an off-center position. B) before the worm gear is installed. C) only when the car first leaves the factory. D) at no time. |
A) with the steering gear in an off-center position.
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Perimeter type frames are typically found on:
A) heavy duty trucks. B) smaller FWD cars. C) larger RWD cars. D) smart cars. |
C) larger RWD cars.
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To check wheel runout a technician would use a/an:
A) pressure gauge. B) J-29117 tool. C) on-car balancers D) dial indicator. |
D) dial indicator.
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The primary members of parallelogram steering linkage are the:
A) struts and pitman arm. B) outer and inner tie rods. C) rack and pinion. D) idler and pitman arms. |
D) idler and pitman arms.
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Most air bags can be disarmed by:
A) disconnecting the connector at the lower steering column. B) removing the air bag system fuse. C) disconnecting the battery negative cable. D) any of the above. |
D) any of the above.
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If a tire is showing wear in the form of a sawtooth wear with the points of the saw tooth pointing in then:
A) there is excessive toe-out. B) there is excessive toe-in. C) everything is perfectly set. D) the ball joints need to be replaced. |
B) there is excessive toe-in.
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A bent strut can be diagnosed by:
A) comparing strut and rotor clearances. B) rotating the strut shaft and noting wheel tilt change. C) flaking of paint on the strut. D) all of the above. |
D) all of the above.
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