Deck 8: Steering Columns and Steering Linkage Mechanisms

Question 1

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?

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

Answer 1

C

Question 2

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

Answer 2

True

Question 3

While discussing idler arms:

A) A worn idler arm has no effect on front wheel toe.
B) A partially seized idler arm bearing increases   steering effort.
C) Some idler arms contain a tapered roller bearing.
D) The idler arm bracket is bolted to the upper control  arm.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Technician A says the tie rods in a rack and pinion steering system should be parallel to the lower control arms. Technician B says a rack and pinion steering linkage has more friction points than a parallelogram steering linkage. Who is correct?

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

Question 5

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?

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

Question 6

All of these statements about rack and pinion steering  linkages are true EXCEPT:

A) The outer tie-rod ends connect the tie-rods to the  steering arms.
B) The tie-rods are connected to the pinion in the   steering gear.
C) The tie-rods are parallel to the lower control   arms.
D) The tie-rod position depends on the steering gear  mounting.

Question 7

A parallelogram steering linkage is used with rack and pinion steering gears.

Question 8

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

Question 9

Technician A says a steering damper reduces the transmission of road shock from the front wheels to the steering wheel. Technician B says the steering damper is connected from the center link to one of the tie rods. Who is correct?

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

Question 10

A worn steering column U-joint could cause a knocking noise when the steering wheel is returning to center.

Question 11

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?

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

Question 12

A loose idler arm will cause camber to change while driving.

Question 13

If the clock spring electrical connector has an open circuit, the air bag warning light will be on with the engine running.

Question 14

Technician A says that in a rack and pinion steering system, the inner tie-rod ends contain a spring-loaded ball socket. Technician B says worn rack and pinion steering gear mounting bushings cause improper tie-rod height. Who is correct?

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

Question 15

Worn outer tie-rod ends may cause all of these problems EXCEPT:

A) Front wheel shimmy
B) Excessive steering wheel free play
C) Rapid steering wheel return rate
D) Improper front wheel toe

Question 16

A worn flexible coupling in the steering column may cause a rattling noise while the vehicle is driven.

Question 17

Worn tie-rod ends may cause excessive steering effort.

Question 18

An active steering column has all of these components  EXCEPT:

A) A telescoping cylinder
B) A pyrotechnic actuator
C) A pull-out pin that allows easier column collapse
D) A section of energy-absorbing steel

Question 19

A self-powered test light should be used for testing the electrical system on a vehicle equipped with air bags.

Question 20

Binding idler arm bushings may cause a rattling noise when the vehicle is driven straight ahead.

Question 21

All these statements about parallelogram steering linkages  are true EXCEPT:

A) Loose steering linkages may cause excessive tire  tread wear.
B) Loose steering linkage causes excessive steering  wheel free play.
C) The pitman arm helps maintain the proper center l ink and tie-rod height.
D) Tie-rod sleeves have the same type of thread in  both ends of the sleeve.

Question 22

Outer tie-rod replacement and toe adjustment on a parallelogram steering linkage are being discussed. Technician A says to adjust the front wheel toe, and turn the tie-rod sleeves with a pair of vise grips. Technician B says after an outer tie-rod end is replaced, the front wheel toe must be measured. Who is correct?

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

Question 23

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?

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

Question 24

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?

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

Question 25

The clock spring electrical connector:

A) Provides electrical contact between the signal light switch and the signal lights
B) Contains three spring-loaded copper contacts
C) Maintains current to the time display in the radio
D) Maintains electrical contact between the air bag inflator module and the air bag electrical system

Question 26

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

Question 27

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

A) With the wheels turned to the right
B) With the vehicle supported by a frame-mounted lift
C) With a pry bar positioned under the wheel
D) With the wheels resting on turn plates

Question 28

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?

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

Question 29

A rack and pinion steering system has excessive steering wheel free play. Technician A says one of the inner tie-rod ends may be worn. Technician B says the steering gear mounting brackets may be loose. Who is correct?

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

Question 30

In a parallelogram steering linkage:

A) The idle arm is parallel to the pitman arm
B) The outer tie-rod ends are parallel to the idler arm
C) The pitman arm is parallel to the center link
D) The center link is supported by the pitman arm and idler arm

Question 31

Technician A says when installing the cotter pin in an outer tie-rod end nut, the nut may be loosened if necessary to line up the castle nut openings. Technician B says when installing an outer tie-rod end, it is acceptable for the opening in the steering knuckle to be worn. Who is correct?

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

Question 32

In an air bag system, how is the electrical contact between the air bag inflator module and the other air bag system components maintained?

Question 33

Technician A says a bent center link will affect front wheel toe. Technician B says a bent center link will affect front wheel camber. Who is correct?

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

Question 34

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

A) Provide longer steering linkage life
B) Extend shock absorber and spring life
C) Reduce toe change during upward and downward  front wheel movement
D) Improve ride quality

Question 35

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

Question 36

In a parallelogram steering linkage, the two components that maintain the proper center link and tie-rod height are the:

A) Pitman arm and idler arm
B) Steering arm and knuckle
C) Steering gear and pitman arm
D) Inner and outer tie-rod ends

Question 37

A typical air bag deployment time is:

A) 40 milliseconds
B) 1 second
C) 4 seconds
D) 1.5 seconds

Question 38

A worn idler arm may cause all of these problems EXCEPT:

A) Excessive steering free play
B) Decreased steering effort
C) Excessive front tire tread wear
D) Reduced steering control

Question 39

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

Question 40

Technician A says during a frontal collision, the backup power supply will deploy the driver and passenger air bags if the battery becomes disconnected. Technician B says when the vehicle is involved in a severe frontal collision, the driver and passenger air bags will not deploy if the battery cable is severed in the accident. Who is correct?

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

Question 41

Describe the design and operation of the active steering column.

Question 42

What is the purpose of the driver protection module?

Question 43

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

Question 44

Identify the wear points in a parallelogram steering linkage, and explain the results of excessive wear.

Question 45

In a parallelogram steering linkage, the tie rods are parallel to what component?

Question 46

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

Question 47

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

Question 48

Describe the causes of excessive steering wheel free play.

Question 49

In a parallelogram steering linkage, what component may be adjustable to maintain the center link and tie rod in the correct position?

Question 50

List the six main components in a parallelogram steering linkage.

Question 51

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