Exam 21: Chassis Service and Wheel Alignment

The electric-assist power steering motors can be located on the rack and pinion or on the subframe.

_________________________ are dampening devices that absorb spring oscillations (bouncing) to smooth the vehicle's ride quality.

On the typical 4WD vehicle, a transfer case is used to send power to the front and rear axles.

Bolts that are tightened with any additional tightening angle are considered one-time use fasteners.

The ____________________ provides energy to move the vehicle and power all of its accessories.

____ is used to prevent freeze-up in cold weather and to lubricate moving parts.

The drivetrain typically includes all of the assemblies that send power to the drive wheels, except the engine.

____ is the angle represented by the vertical tilt of the wheels inward or outward when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

A suspension system is a special tool for squeezing the spring coils to reduce their height.

Sheared plastic pins on a collapsible steering shaft are easy to detect with a visual inspection.

What is the difference between positive caster and negative caster?

The ____ controls the engine's operating temperature by controlling coolant flow through the system.

Toe is the difference in the distance between the front and rear of the left- and right-hand wheels.

All-wheel drive models usually send power to all four wheels ____.

A steering effort check involves measuring how far the steering wheel can be rotated without causing front wheel or tire movement.

_________ was chosen as the replacement for R134a in new model light-duty vehicles.

Which of the following is LEAST-Likely a component of a typical disc brake?

Briefly discuss the fundamental parts of a fuel supply system.

A ____ is a device used to couple and uncouple engine power to a manual transmission or transaxle.

While having a discussion, Technician A says that looseness in the ball sockets causes steering play.Technician B says that if you can wiggle the tires sideways during an inspection, the tie-rod ends are worn or damaged and should be replaced.Who is correct?