Differentials/Ball Joints
Variety
Technical
Troubleshooting
Such
100

How is bearing preload adjusted in a differential?

Adding or removing shims

100

A growling noise is heard from the front of a vehicle when increasing speed and turning left.  What could cause this?

Bad right wheel bearing

100
What is true about directional tread tires that is not true about the others?

They can only be mounted in one direction and side

100

Which of the following is a non-adjustable alignment angle that should be checked after setting the front toe.

1) Camber, 2) Caster, 3) Rear Toe, 4) TOOT

TOOT

100

Camp Verde High School Colors

White, Blue with Red Hilights

200

Use what tool/s to remove a tie rod end

Puller and hammer

200

What is used to flush old power steering from the system?

Solvent

Brake Fluid

Power Steering Fluid

Power Steering Fluid

200

Tech A says to adjust the caster to change SAI

Tech B says that the included angle of SAI adjustment is done with camber adjustment

WHO IS CORRECT?

Tech B

200

When installing ball joints, Tech A backs off the castle nut to align the cotter pin after torquing.  Tech A says this will control binding.  Tech B says the ball joint will eventually loosen and cause popping noises.  Who's correct?

Tech B

200

Who is second in command at Camp Verde High School?

Mr. Benson

300

What makes the load-bearing ball joint, load-bearing?

The connection of the spring to its control arm

300

What holds on the wheel and tire?

Lug nuts and bolts

300

Tire Code Reads P225/60R16 97Z

Tech A says the Z is the tire speed rating

Tech B says different-sized tires on the rear will illuminate the yellow ABS MIL Light.  Who's correct?

Both

300

Even at low speeds, a vehicle leans and has excessive body sway when turning.  Which is the most likely cause?

1) Worn control arm bushings, 2) Worn idler arm, 3) Binding ball joint, 4) worn stabilizer bar bushings

Worn stabilizer bar bushings

300

When was the first high school built in Camp Verde?

1918

400

Name the parts of the conventional steering system

Box, Pitman Arm, Idler Arm, Outer and Inner Tie Rods, Center Link

400

What is the bounce jounce test for?

To test bump steer

400

The vehicle's steering wheel doesn't return to center after completing a turn. 

Tech A says it's from a binding ball joint

Tech B says its from a loose tie rod end

WHO'S CORRECT?

Tech A

400

A vehicle with a ribbed serpentine belt chirps when started first thing in the morning.  What is the least likely cause?

1) Worn serpentine belt, 2) Airated power steering fluid, 3) weak belt tensioner, 4) moisture

Airated power steering fluid

400

What's the largest high school in Arizona?

Hamilton

500

How do you adjust toe?

Outer tie rods

500

What determines the Ackerman Angle?

Angle of the steering arms

500

Component A helps dampen shock from bumps in road.  TRUE.  or  FALSE

True

500

After adjustments are made, the technician adjusts the worm shaft bearing preload and sector shaft lash of a recirculating ball steering gear.  The technician uses a 

_______________ to check this.

Dial Gage

500

What's the most challenging high school in America?

Basis Oro Valley, Scottsdale (AZ)

US News and World Report named it as the 2nd best high school in America

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