Exam 8: Steering Columns and Steering Linkage Mechanisms

Collapsible steering columns may have injected plastic between the upper and lower parts of the outer column jacket.

Describe the design and operation of the active steering column.

An active steering column has all of these components  EXCEPT:

Compared to a parallelogram steering linkage, a rack and pinion steering system has fewer what?

Technician A says the active steering column is designed to provide crash protection for the 5th percentile smaller female driver. Technician B says the active steering column is designed to provide crash protection for the 50th percentile large male driver. Who is correct?

Steering wheel removal is being discussed. Technician A says to loosen the steering wheel retaining nut, and pull on the steering wheel with both hands. Technician B says to tap on the top of the steering shaft with a soft hammer. Who is correct?

Technician A says when the vehicle is driven, the air bag warning light should flash intermittently to indicate the air bag system is operating properly. Technician B says after an air bag deployment module is removed, it should be placed face downward on the workbench. Who is correct?

Explain the results of a worn idler arm on front wheel alignment and steering control.

Technician A says with one end of the steering damper disconnected, the damper should offer equal resistance to movement as it is extended and compressed. Technician B says a steering damper is used on small front-wheel drive vehicles. Who is correct?

Worn tie-rod ends may cause excessive steering effort.

Describe the design and purpose of a clock spring electrical connector.

In a parallelogram steering linkage, how is the center link supported?

In a parallelogram steering linkage, the tie-rods are  parallel to the lower control arms to:

In a rack and pinion steering system, the rack is connected directly to what components?

Technician A says when installing an outer tie-rod end, the slot in the tie-rod sleeve must be directly above the opening in the sleeve clamp. Technician B says excessive front wheel toe change and wear on the front tire treads may be caused by a loose tie-rod end. Who is correct?

On a rack and pinion steering system, the inner tie rod sockets are best checked for wear:

Define front wheel shimmy and explain the causes of this problem.

In a rack and pinion steering gear, the tie rods are connected to the rack.

How should the openings in tie-rod sleeve clamps be positioned in relation to the slots in the tie-rod sleeves.

Technician A says a clock spring electrical connector contains a conductive ribbon. Technician B says the clock spring electrical connector must be centered when it is mounted in the steering column. Who is correct?