Sus 1
Sus 2
Sus 3
Sus 4
Sus 5
100
Liquid filled cylinder that can hold a spring
Strut
100
What is a quick strut?
B) A strut that combines shock and spring in one assembly
100
Liquid filled cylinder that CANT hold a spring
Shock
100
What component in a strut allows for smooth rotational movement?
C) Strut mount bearing
100
In a leaf spring suspension, what component allows for the lengthening of the spring as it flattens?
C) Shackle
200
Stabilizer bars are also known as:
B) Anti-sway bars
200
What is the main function of a stabilizer bar?
C) Prevent excessive body roll
200
What is the primary purpose of a vehicle's suspension system?
B) Provide a smooth ride
200
What material is typically used to construct coil springs?
C) Spring steel
200
What is the main cause for cupped tires
Bad shocks
300
When will a stabilizer link most commonly cause noise
While turning or over bumps
300
The "spring rate" of a coil spring measures:
C) The amount of weight required to compress it
300
Which type of suspension allows each wheel to move independently?
C) Independent suspension
300
What is the recommended milage for replacing struts even if no leak is present
60,000mi
300
Struts are not side specific so they can be placed on either side of the vehicle
False
400
Which component is responsible for controlling wheel movement up and down while providing turning capability?
C) Steering knuckle
400
Which suspension type is typically used on the rear of pickup trucks?
C) Leaf spring suspension
400
MacPherson
400
What does "unsprung weight" refer to in a vehicle?
B) Weight not supported by the suspension
400
What is the primary purpose of a control arm?
A) Connects the wheel hub to the frame
500
Where do we lift to check for ball joint play on a double wishbone suspension.
Lower control arm
500
Torsion Bar
500
Which type of suspension uses a short upper control arm and a longer lower control arm?
B) SLA
500
Where should you lift from when checking the ball joint on a MacPherson Strut?
From the frame
500
How is a modified strut different than a MacPherson strut?
Spring and shock are separate on a modified strut.