Steering and Suspension - Suspensions

Front

What component(s) is (are) considered to be unsprung weight?

Back

Wheels and tires

Front

All suspension systems use ________ of one form or another.

Back

Springs

Front

Two technicians are discussing torsion bars. Technician A says that many torsion bars are adjustable to allow for ride height adjustment. Technician B says that torsion bars are usually marked left and right and should not be switched side to side. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both Technicians

Front

A center bolt is used in what type of spring?

Back

Leaf

Front

What suspension component is used to counteract body lean during cornering?

Back

Stabilizer bar

Front

Two technicians are discussing MacPherson struts. Technician A says that in most applications the entire strut assembly rotates when the front wheels are turned. Technician B says that a typical MacPherson strut suspension system uses only one control arm and one ball joint per side. Which technician is correct?

Back

Both Technicians

Front

Two technicians are discussing air shocks. Technician A says that air is forced through small holes to dampen the ride. Technician B says that air shocks are conventional hydraulic shock absorbers with an airbag to control vehicle ride height. Which technician is correct?

Back

Technician B

Front

A ________ is a structural part of the vehicle.

Back

MacPherson strut

Front

What is the purpose of bump stops?

Back

Isolate the suspension from the frame of the vehicle

Front

Technician A says that regular replacement shock absorbers will raise the rear of a vehicle that is sagging down. Technician B says that replacement springs will be required to restore the proper ride height. Which technician is correct?

Back

Technician B