Chapter 14 Review

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?

• AA

• A

• B

• 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