Exam 14: Drive Axle Shafts and Cv Joints

________ is a pull that occurs during heavy acceleration.

Tech A says when checking suspension parts, the jack needs to be placed under the lower control arm. Tech B says when checking suspension parts, a block of wood will need to be placed between the control arm and frame. Who is correct?

Technician A says torsion bars are a unique type of spring, because they can be adjusted to remove sag when it occurs. Technician B says that leaf and coils springs cannot have their sag adjusted out. Who is correct?

The sensors in the ________ provide information to a steering control module for electric power steering assist or for the electronic stability control system.

_______ make(s) it impossible to perform an accurate alignment.

If the wheel alignment specifications show a preferred right camber of ¼ degree positive, and a tolerance of ±1/8 degree, all of the following would be an acceptable final measurement, except:

When the driver feels the steering wheel pulling to one side, which of the following should be checked first?

A vehicle will pull to the side with the ________ camber.

Tech A says that ride height is defined as the distance between the ground and the center of the wheel. Tech B says that changes in ride height will affect alignment angles. Who is right?

Vehicle wander may be caused by what?

Choose the correct statement:

The steering column of a vehicle with EPS or stability control will be equipped with a _______.

Technician A says a loose tie rod end is ok when aligning a car. Technician B says that recalibrating the steering angle sensor is needed on most recent vehicles. Who is correct?

_______ is the undesired condition produced when, upon hitting a bump, the vehicle darts to one side as the steering linkage is pushed and pulled as a result of the travel of the suspension.

Tech A says that the front wheels should be aligned before the rear wheels. Tech B says that front wheel toe should be adjusted after front wheel camber and caster. Who is correct?

The __________ allows toe-in or toe-out to be adjusted to the manufacturer's specifications.

Tech A says that worn ball joints can affect alignment angles. Tech B says that worn control arm bushings can affect alignment angles. Who is correct?

The front section of the two-piece driveshaft is supported at its rear end by a:

Tech A says that the front wheels should be aligned before the rear wheels. Tech B says that front wheel toe should be adjusted after front wheel caster and camber. Who is correct?

What type of alignment adjustment is probably the most time consuming job?