Question 1

Technician A says a bearing cage may be called a separator. Technician B says needle roller bearings are designed to carry radial loads. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B 
A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B C

Question 2

Tapered roller bearings and their matching inner races must be replaced as a set.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Explain the purpose of the sealer on the outside surface of a seal housing.

Accepted Answer

When a seal is installed, this sealer prevents leaks between the seal and the housing.

Question 4

When servicing an integral wheel bearing hub, the hub nut should be tightened with an impact wrench.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

There is a growling noise coming from the right-rear of a front-wheel-drive vehicle. The noise is more pronounced on left turns. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

A)  A worn right rear wheel bearing 
B)  A broken stabilizer bar 
C)  A worn shock absorber 
D)  Improperly torqued suspension bushings 
A)  A worn right rear wheel bearing 
B)  A broken stabilizer bar 
C)  A worn shock absorber 
D)  Improperly torqued suspension bushings

Question 6

A front-wheel-drive vehicle has a clicking noise in the front of the vehicle when cornering below 20 mph. The front end of the vehicle is lifted and supported on safety stands. With the right front lower control arm lifted with a floor jack, the clicking noise is heard, but with both front wheels dropped downward, the noise disappears. Technician A says the right-front outer drive axle joint is worn. Technician B says a worn inner drive axle joint could cause a vibration during acceleration. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B 
A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 7

What are the two most important factors for tapered roller bearing performance and longevity?

Accepted Answer

Proper lub

Question 8

The garter spring should always face toward the flow of lubricant when a lip seal is installed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A dial indicator is used to measure integral wheel bearing hub endplay.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A radial bearing load occurs when weight is applied horizontally to the bearing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Technician A says the purpose of a bearing may be to support and guide a pivot. Technician B says the purpose of a bearing may be to support a load and reduce friction. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B 
A)  A only 
B)  B only 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 12

When are seals without garter springs used?

Accepted Answer

Springless seals are

Question 13

All of the following statements are correct EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  NLGI sets the standards for testing greases. 
B)  The prefix GC is the highest designation for  automotive wheel bearing greases. 
C)  The prefix LB is the highest designation for automotive  chassis greases. 
D)  Greases are named for their thickening agent. 
A)  NLGI sets the standards for testing greases. 
B)  The prefix GC is the highest designation for  automotive wheel bearing greases. 
C)  The prefix LB is the highest designation for automotive  chassis greases. 
D)  Greases are named for their thickening agent.

Question 14

Excessive bearing load may cause premature bearing failure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What are the most common grease designation used in automotive shops?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the most common grease designation...

Question 16

A cylindrical ball bearing is designed primarily to withstand what type of loads?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A cylindrical ball bearing is designed primarily...

Question 17

What type of load will the front wheel bearings carry when a vehicle is turning a corner?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What type of load will the front...

Question 18

A defective inner drive axle joint produces a clicking noise when cornering at low speeds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What are the three types of loads a bearing may be subjected to?

Accepted Answer

Radial, th

Question 20

Which of the following should you do when servicing tapered roller-type wheel bearings?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reinstall the old hub seal 
B)  Spin the bearings with compressed air 
C)  Leave metal burrs in the hub seal recess 
D)  Clean, inspect, and repack the bearings 
A)  Reinstall the old hub seal 
B)  Spin the bearings with compressed air 
C)  Leave metal burrs in the hub seal recess 
D)  Clean, inspect, and repack the bearings

Technician A says a bearing cage may be called a separator. Technician B says needle roller bearings are designed to carry radial loads. Who is correct?

Tapered roller bearings and their matching inner races must be replaced as a set.

Explain the purpose of the sealer on the outside surface of a seal housing.

When servicing an integral wheel bearing hub, the hub nut should be tightened with an impact wrench.

There is a growling noise coming from the right-rear of a front-wheel-drive vehicle. The noise is more pronounced on left turns. What is the most likely cause?

What are the two most important factors for tapered roller bearing performance and longevity?

The garter spring should always face toward the flow of lubricant when a lip seal is installed.

A dial indicator is used to measure integral wheel bearing hub endplay.

A radial bearing load occurs when weight is applied horizontally to the bearing.

Technician A says the purpose of a bearing may be to support and guide a pivot. Technician B says the purpose of a bearing may be to support a load and reduce friction. Who is correct?

When are seals without garter springs used?

All of the following statements are correct EXCEPT:

Excessive bearing load may cause premature bearing failure.

What are the most common grease designation used in automotive shops?

A cylindrical ball bearing is designed primarily to withstand what type of loads?

What type of load will the front wheel bearings carry when a vehicle is turning a corner?

A defective inner drive axle joint produces a clicking noise when cornering at low speeds.

What are the three types of loads a bearing may be subjected to?

Which of the following should you do when servicing tapered roller-type wheel bearings?

Suspension and Steering Systems

Basic Theories

Tires and Wheels

Shock Absorbers and Struts

Front Suspension Systems

Rear Suspension Systems

Steering Columns and Steering Linkage Mechanisms

Four Wheel Alignment Part 1 Primary Angles

Four Wheel Alignment Part 2 Diagnostic Angles and Frame Damage

Computer Controlled Suspension Systems

Power Steering Pumps

Rack and Pinion Steering Gears and Four Wheel Steering

Recirculating Ball Steering Gears

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Exam 4: Wheel Bearings

Technician A says a bearing cage may be called a separator. Technician B says needle roller bearings are designed to carry radial loads. Who is correct?

Tapered roller bearings and their matching inner races must be replaced as a set.

Explain the purpose of the sealer on the outside surface of a seal housing.

When servicing an integral wheel bearing hub, the hub nut should be tightened with an impact wrench.

There is a growling noise coming from the right-rear of a front-wheel-drive vehicle. The noise is more pronounced on left turns. What is the most likely cause?

What are the two most important factors for tapered roller bearing performance and longevity?

The garter spring should always face toward the flow of lubricant when a lip seal is installed.

A dial indicator is used to measure integral wheel bearing hub endplay.

A radial bearing load occurs when weight is applied horizontally to the bearing.

Technician A says the purpose of a bearing may be to support and guide a pivot. Technician B says the purpose of a bearing may be to support a load and reduce friction. Who is correct?

When are seals without garter springs used?

All of the following statements are correct EXCEPT:

Excessive bearing load may cause premature bearing failure.

What are the most common grease designation used in automotive shops?

A cylindrical ball bearing is designed primarily to withstand what type of loads?

What type of load will the front wheel bearings carry when a vehicle is turning a corner?

A defective inner drive axle joint produces a clicking noise when cornering at low speeds.

What are the three types of loads a bearing may be subjected to?

Which of the following should you do when servicing tapered roller-type wheel bearings?

Suspension and Steering Systems

Basic Theories

Tires and Wheels

Shock Absorbers and Struts

Front Suspension Systems

Rear Suspension Systems

Steering Columns and Steering Linkage Mechanisms

Four Wheel Alignment Part 1 Primary Angles

Four Wheel Alignment Part 2 Diagnostic Angles and Frame Damage

Computer Controlled Suspension Systems

Power Steering Pumps

Rack and Pinion Steering Gears and Four Wheel Steering

Recirculating Ball Steering Gears

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