Question 1

To reduce noise and friction, multileaf springs have interleaves of zinc and ____________________ placed between the spring's leaves.

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Question 2

Springs carry the weight of the vehicle and absorb shock forces.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A technician is checking a suspension complaint. He depresses the front bumper a few inches by hand then releases it. When the front bumper is released, it oscillates up and down about three times before coming to rest. What could be the problem?

Accepted Answer

A)  worn ball joints
B)  worn stabilizer links
C)  worn shock absorbers
D)  worn springsE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Strut designs are being discussed. Technician A says in the conventional MacPherson strut, the coil spring surrounds the upper part of the strut. Technician B says in the modified MacPherson strut, the coil spring is located between the control arm and frame/unibody. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only
B)  B only
C)  both A and B
D)  Neither A or BE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 5

A variable rate spring design that has a cylindrical shape with unequally spaced coils is called a(n)____________________ rate coil spring.

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Question 6

Technician A says periodic adjustment of the torsion bars is necessary to maintain the proper ride height. Technician B says torsion bars are interchangeable from side to side. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only
B)  B only
C)  both A and B
D)  neither A nor BE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 7

Torsion bar suspension is usually found on ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  high-performance cars
B)  luxury cars
C)  economy cars
D)  light pickup trucks and SUVsE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

Electronically controlled suspensions are ______ systems.

Accepted Answer

A)  simple load-leveling
B)  adaptive
C)  fully active
D)  All the answers are correct.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Which of the following is not a type of leaf spring?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbon/carbon composite
B)  multiple leaf
C)  fiber composite.
D)  monoleafE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Technician A says a load-carrying ball joint supports the car's weight and is found on the control arm on which the spring rests. Technician B says all ball joints require periodic lubrication. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only
B)  B only
C)  both A and B
D)  neither A nor BE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Describe the major difference between conventional frame construction and unibody construction.

Accepted Answer

In the conventional body-over-frame cons...

Question 12

Shock absorbers dampen spring movement rather than absorb shock.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What is the first step in diagnosing a suspension system concern?

Accepted Answer

Take the vehicle on ...

Question 14

Control arms are attached to the vehicle's frame with ____________________ elastomeric bushings.

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The answer of Control arms are attached to the vehicle's...

Question 15

In what type of leaf spring is the center of the spring mounted to the vehicle's chassis and the outer ends fastened to the ends of the axle housing or wheel spindles?

Accepted Answer

A)  asymmetrical
B)  longitudinal
C)  transverse
D)  bilateralE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Semi-independent suspensions are used on the rear of many front-wheel drive cars.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Identify some ride characteristics gained from using fiber composite springs.

Accepted Answer

Smoother ride; bette...

Question 18

The core of any suspension system is the ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  wheel spindle assembly
B)  spring
C)  ball joint
D)  control armE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Springs are rubber mounted to reduce road shock and noise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Technician A says a weak suspension spring can affect the wheel alignment. Technician B says a weak suspension spring can cause poor braking. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A only
B)  B only
C)  both A and B
D)  neither A nor BE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 46: Suspension Systems

In what type of leaf spring is the center of the spring mounted to the vehicle's chassis and the outer ends fastened to the ends of the axle housing or wheel spindles?

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Technician A says periodic adjustment of the torsion bars is necessary to maintain the proper ride height. Technician B says torsion bars are interchangeable from side to side. Who is correct?

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To reduce noise and friction, multileaf springs have interleaves of zinc and ____________________ placed between the spring's leaves.

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Strut designs are being discussed. Technician A says in the conventional MacPherson strut, the coil spring surrounds the upper part of the strut. Technician B says in the modified MacPherson strut, the coil spring is located between the control arm and frame/unibody. Who is correct?

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Electronically controlled suspensions are ______ systems.

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Torsion bar suspension is usually found on ______.

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Shock absorbers dampen spring movement rather than absorb shock.

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Semi-independent suspensions are used on the rear of many front-wheel drive cars.

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Technician A says a load-carrying ball joint supports the car's weight and is found on the control arm on which the spring rests. Technician B says all ball joints require periodic lubrication. Who is correct?

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Which of the following is not a type of leaf spring?

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Control arms are attached to the vehicle's frame with ____________________ elastomeric bushings.

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A technician is checking a suspension complaint. He depresses the front bumper a few inches by hand then releases it. When the front bumper is released, it oscillates up and down about three times before coming to rest. What could be the problem?

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Springs are rubber mounted to reduce road shock and noise.

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The core of any suspension system is the ______.

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Describe the major difference between conventional frame construction and unibody construction.

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A variable rate spring design that has a cylindrical shape with unequally spaced coils is called a(n)____________________ rate coil spring.

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Technician A says a weak suspension spring can affect the wheel alignment. Technician B says a weak suspension spring can cause poor braking. Who is correct?

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Identify some ride characteristics gained from using fiber composite springs.

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What is the first step in diagnosing a suspension system concern?

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Springs carry the weight of the vehicle and absorb shock forces.

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