Hydraulic Systems Flashcard

Front

What component signals the computer when power steering pressures increase to prevent stalling during turns at low speeds?

Back

Power steering pressure switch

Front

Integral power steering gears use ________ for lubrication of the unit.

Back

power steering fluid in the system

Front

What can cause hard steering on a vehicle equipped with a hydraulic power assisted steering system? Low tire pressure, Slipping power steering pump drive belt, Low or contaminated power steering fluid, Any of the above

Back

Any of the above

Front

Two technicians are discussing the proper procedure for bleeding air from a power steering system. Technician A says that the front wheels of the vehicle should be lifted off the ground before bleeding. Technician B says that the steering wheel should be turned left and right with the engine off during the procedure. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both technicians

Front

A power steering system should be checked for ________.

Back

condition of the hoses, condition of the drive belt, power steering fluid level

Front

The specified power steering fluid is found where?

Back

In service information, on the cap of the power steering reservoir, in the owner's manual.

Front

The power steering fluid is usually contained in a ________ reservoir.

Back

remote mounted

Front

Technician A says that a leaking pressure relief valve can cause absence of power assist. Technician B says that a missing or slipping pump drive belt can cause lack of power assist. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both technicians

Front

Which technician is correct regarding power assist systems and the location of the cooler for the power steering fluid? Technician A says that some power assist systems use an external cooler for the power steering fluid. Technician B says that the cooler is located in the pressure line, before the steering gear box.

Back

Technician A only

Front

A system flush is required when any major power steering repair is performed.

Back

True