Struts/shocks
Ball Joints
Control Arms
Springs/bars
Types of suspension
100

What is a strut?

A strut is a spring and shock combination.

100

What is a ball joint?

Ball and Socket joint to make the turning movement possible.

100

What is a control arm?

It's the hinge point for an independent suspension system.

100

What are springs functions?

Takes road impact, keeps all the wheels on the ground, and supports vehicle weight.

100

How many types of suspension systems are there?

200

What is the most common strut type?

Macpherson strut.

200

Where is the ball joint located?

In the outer tie rod.

200

What front suspension system can you find 2 or more control arms in?

Double wish bone (Double A)

200

What are the rebound bumpers for?

To prevent bottoming out and vehicle damage.

200

What type of suspension system is this?


Independent.

300

How many forms of shocks are there?

3.

300

True or False: There are 2 ball joints in a McPherson assembly

False: They only have 1.

300

What is the most common cause for replacement for control arms?

Bushings or loose ball joints.

300

What is the most common reason for replacement for springs and bars?

Breakage.

300

What type of suspension system is this? 

Dependent.

400

What is the most common cause of replacement for struts or shocks?

Leaking fluid.

400

What is the most common cause for replacement on ball joints?

Loose or worn out.

400

How should you go about checking control arms play on the vehicle?

With a pry bar gently pushing it up and down.

400

What suspension system can you commonly find bars in?

Semi-independent or independent.

400

What suspension system is this?

Semi-Independent.

500

What are the forms of shocks?

-Twin Tube Shock

-Mono Tube Shock

-Air Shock

500

What is a spring loaded tie rod end(ball joint)?

It's a spring that is positioned at the bottom of the metal housing. The spring puts more pressure on the ball and Socket.

500

True or False: All Audi and BMW's have 2 control arms on each side?

False: Some have 4 on each side.

500

What is a torsion bar normally connected to in the suspension system?

One end is connected to the body the other end connects to the control arm.

500

What's the difference between sprung and un-sprung masses

Sprung mass- Everything being supported by the springs. everything on or above the springs.

Un-sprung mass- Everything not being supported by the springs. Everything under the springs.