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When measuring toe-in settings there should be 1/16 inch +- 1/32 inch usually specified?
True or False
True
what kind of pumps are the most common?
Roller and Vane
Newly introduced unitized steer axles, the steering knuckle needs lubed every oil change.
True of False
False
When should the pitman arm be removed in order to gain proper alignment?
NEVER
To avoid tire interference or bottoming of the steering gear what is located on the steering knuckle
A stop screw
When it comes to caster what type of caster (+ or-) tends to make the steering axle wheels want to return straight position after a turn is made?
Positive
Cross-steering tube assembly is also known as a what?
Center link
When setting preload on the worm shaft if I add shims I am doing what to the preload?
Decreasing it
What is the steering knuckle pin in figure 25-6 for the front axle beam also known as?
King pin
What page is all of the problem diagnosis start on that all mechanics should know?
840
What component is used in steering planetary system that is also used in auto transmissions?
Planetary gear set.
In a dozer are the brake and steering done with the same clutch pack or are they independent?
they are mounted together but are independent
What is drive steer?
When the front tires are the only ones that move to steer.
If the top of the tire tilts outwards or top towards you is what kind of camber?
Positive
When is maximum pressure developed in steering feel?
Approximately three degrees displacement
Why is it bad to put grease into components (Tie-rod assembly) before a visual inspection?
Because the grease might hide some wear in the components.
What are the three steering modes used in all- wheel steer?
Two wheel steer, circle steer, and crab steer.
When preparing to measure king pin wear and vertical play what are the first step you take?
Set the parking brake and chock the drive wheels.
What are the three general categories of heavy-duty steering gears?
Worm and sector shaft, recirculating ball, rack and pinion.
What is Drive steer?
When the front tires are the only ones that move to steer.
Optimized power steering control has what features?
Improved steering wheel feel, directional stability, reduced dry park effort the steering wheel, reduced system power consumption.
What are the main components of a rack and pinion steering gear?
Vertically mounted pinion, transverses horizontal rack.
What are the components of a steering system?
Steering wheel, steering column, steering gear, pitman arm, drag link, steering control arm, steering knuckle, ball and socket joints, Ackerman arm, tie-rod assembly.
What will the results be for a properly aligned front end be?
Easier steering, longer tire life, directional stability, less wear on front-end components, better fuel economy, increased safety.
What are the three general categories of heavy-duty steering gears?
Worm and sector shaft, recirculating ball, rack and pinion.