Exam 12: Steering Diagnosis and Service

_____ are designed to collapse in the event of an accident so the steering main shaft in the column does not injure or kill the driver.

Technician A states that a scan tool can read almost every system on a vehicle and provide valuable data in identifying problems. Technician B states that electronic steering system faults set a diagnostic trouble code that can be retrieved by a scan tool. Who is correct?

Technician A says power steering pressure hose leaks can be catastrophic because the fluid is being actively pumped and the fluid could spray all over the hot engine and exhaust system which could cause a fire. Technician B says there will be no noise or warning if the fluid level is very low and the steering will feel fine. Who is correct?

Tires on most passenger vehicles are called _______ tires because they are filled with pressurized air, which gives them support.

Tech A states that a belt tension gauge is designed to measure the amount of flex in a drive belt. Tech B states that black light and dye kit is used to pinpoint fluid leaks. Who is correct?

The power steering fluid usually has a ______ on the dipstick to ensure an accurate reading of the fluid level.

Which tool can be used to check for opens in the wiring of an EPS system?

The ________ is used to measure the run-out or movement on different parts of the steering system, such as play in tie rod ends.

Which of the following is NOT a type of steering service tool?

Choose the correct statement.

Tech A says that worn tie-rod ends can cause a steering wandering complaint. Tech B says that a hard steering complaint could be caused by a worn power steering pump. Who is correct?

To inspect the __________ for play, position yourself inside the vehicle on the driver's side looking under the dashboard while an assistant pulls and pushes on it.

When the bushings are _________, the driver typically complains of either loose steering or noises when driving or turning.

A _______ is a lever used to apply pressure for testing purposes or to move various components.

To check for binding issues, it may be necessary to separate the steering linkage to verify that binding is in the _______ or steering column, not the steering linkage or the ball joints.

A(n) _________ may be spliced into the hose between the steering gear and the pump, or it could fit inside the return hose where the return hose connects onto the pump.

The power steering pump reservoir is:

_________ will result in a low fluid level in the power steering reservoir and will leave spots on the floor or parking space.

If the customer's concern is related to the steering linkage, perform a visual and hands-on inspection of the ______.

Which tool is used to pull the tapered shaft on a tie-rod end from its mating steering component?