What is the purpose of the steering system? What is the purpose of the suspension system?
Question 24
24.
What are run flat tires? List three technologies that are being used in run flat technology.
What component in the suspension system combines the shock, spring, and upper control arm into one unit?
a. tire
b. leaf spring
c. strut
d. coil spring
What type of steering system has a pitman arm?
a. parallelogram system
b. rack and pinion system
c. tie rod system
d. power steering system
What does the P stand for in P205/55R16 89H?
a. pressure
b. psi
c. pounds
d. passenger
What is used to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the steering wheel?
a. power steering
b. shock
c. strut
d. tie rod
Which of the following is the best UTQG rating for traction?
a. AA
b. A
c. B
d. C
At what distance are wear indicator bars set?
a. 2/32” (1.6 mm); simplified as 1/16”
b. 16/32” (12.7 mm); simplified as ½”
c. 32/32” (25.4 mm); simplified as 1”
d. 48/32” (38.1 mm); simplified as 1.5”
What type of pattern should be used when tightening lug nuts?
a. circular
b. star
c. square
d. rectangular
What type of suspension system includes a rigid or solid axle?
a. dependent
b. independent
c. short-long arm
d. MacPherson strut
What type of axle is also a part of the drivetrain system?
a. dead
b. live
c. circular
d. square
Which of the following is NOT used by magnetic ride systems?
a. motion sensors
b. special shocks
c. control module
d. hydraulic pump
What type of springs are large rods of steel that twist?
a. coil springs
b. leaf springs
c. torsion bar springs
d. struts
What of the following would be an example of a Euro-metric tire size?
a. 225/50R16 92S
b. P225/50R16 91S
c. LT245/75R16
d. 31x10.50R15
What type of tire is designed so the independent tread blocks and grooves have the same tread pattern across the whole tire?
a. symmetrical
b. asymmetrical
c. P-metric
d. Euro-metric
Which of the following statements is true?
a. The shelf life of tires is approximately 20 years.
b. Tires should be changed every year no matter what the mileage is on them.
c. If the tread depth on the tires is sufficient, the age of the tire does not matter.
d. Tires are perishable items. They could age out before wearing out.
What part of the tire connects the shoulder to the bead?
a. tread
b. plies
c. sidewall
d. grooves
What do the grooves in a tire's tread primarily help with?
a. Reducing tire weight
b. Improving fuel efficiency
c. Enhancing grip and channeling water away
d. Increasing tire lifespan
What is the primary function of shock absorbers in the suspension system?
a. To support the vehicle's weight
b. To connect the wheels to the vehicle's body
c. To dampen the oscillations of the springs
d. To reduce body roll during cornering
Technician A says that correct tire pressure is critical to tire wear and vehicle handing. Technician B says that a tire pressure monitoring system is used to alert the driver if any tire is significantly low on pressure. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both Technician A and Technician B
d. Neither Technician A nor Technician B
Technician A says that a “V” speed rated tire has met higher speed standards than a “T” speed rated tire. Technician B says that an “H” speed rated tire has a higher speed rating than both “V” and “T” speed rated tires. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both Technician A and Technician B
d. Neither Technician A nor Technician B
Technician A says that most front wheel drive vehicles use parallelogram steering systems. Technician B says that an idler arm is used with rack and pinion steering systems. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both Technician A and Technician B
d. Neither Technician A nor Technician B
Technician A says that a “C” load range tire has a higher load carrying capacity than a “D” load range tire. Technician B says that an “E” load range tire has a higher load carrying capacity than a “C” or a “D”. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both Technician A and Technician B
d. Neither Technician A nor Technician B
Technician A says that when inflating tires, you should check the tire placard for the correct recommended pressure. Technician B says that you can tell when a tire is fully inflated by looking at it. Who is correct?