Suspension System Flashcard

Front

What is the purpose of an electronically controlled suspension system?

Back

Change settings to firm for cornering, Selects soft for cruising, Adjust shock stiffness depending on conditions

Front

What type of sensor is used as a height sensor on vehicles equipped with an electronically controlled suspension? Options: Photo cell, Potentiometer, Hall-effect, Any of the above

Back

Any of the above

Front

Which sensors do most vehicles use if equipped with electronic suspension? Options: Lateral accelerometer sensors, Steering wheel position sensors, Height sensors, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

A lateral acceleration sensor is used to provide the suspension control module with feedback regarding _______ force.

Back

cornering

Front

A steering wheel position sensor is being discussed. Technician A says that the sensor is used to determine the direction of the steering wheel. Technician B says that the sensor detects how fast the steering wheel is turned. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both technicians

Front

What are commonly used as actuators in electronic suspension systems? Options: Actuator motor, Stepper motor, Solenoids, Either A or B

Back

Solenoids

Front

Some vehicles have shocks that use magneto-rheological fluid. This MR fluid changes viscosity when ________ is applied to the fluid.

Back

an electrical current

Front

Which of the following is the LEAST likely sensor to cause an electronic suspension fault? Throttle position sensor, Yaw sensor, Vehicle speed sensor, Steering wheel position sensor

Back

Throttle position sensor

Front

Which technician is correct regarding the statements about a potentiometer: Technician A says that a potentiometer returns a digital signal to the ECM. Technician B says that a potentiometer generally has a two terminal harness connected to it?

Back

Neither technician

Front

Typically, a vehicle height sensor mounts to the body of the vehicle and is connected to the ____ by a lever.

Back

lower control arm