Question 1

The ____ is the most common spring type used in passenger cars.

Accepted Answer

A)   coil spring
B)   jounce
C)   leaf spring
D)   wishbone

Question 2

While having a discussion, Technician A says that SLA suspensions maintain precise wheel position under all driving conditions. Technician B says that they can have a large amount of vertical travel without scrub. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   A only
B)   B only
C)   Both A and B
D)   Neither A nor B

Question 3

A(n) ____________________ allows motion in two directions, moving with the same up-and-down motion as the bushings on the other end of the control arm.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ allows motion in two directions,...

Question 4

Some trucks have one or more ____________________ leaves that do not work until the other leaves have deflected enough under load to allow them to come into contact.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Some trucks have one or more ____________________...

Question 5

Rather than compressing, a(n)  ____ is a straight rod that twists.

Accepted Answer

A)   ball joint
B)   shock absorber
C)   shackle
D)   torsion bar spring

Question 6

Normal suspension systems are MOST-Likely referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)   shackles
B)   passive systems
C)   load carriers
D)   adaptive systems

Question 7

Springs support the load of the vehicle, absorbing the up-and-down motion of the wheels that would normally be transmitted directly to the frame and body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 8

____________________ is the weight that is supported by the car springs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the weight that is supported...

Question 9

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

Accepted Answer

A)   During hard acceleration, the front of the vehicle lifts and the rear lowers. This is called squat.
B)   An active suspension system works with sensors, a computer, and activators to solve problems.
C)   An active suspension requires conventional shock absorbers or springs.
D)   Sensors provide the computer with necessary information regarding extension and compression of each actuator and how heavily the vehicle is loaded.

Question 10

The term MOST-Likely used to describe the event that occurs when hydraulic fluid becomes mixed with air is:

Accepted Answer

A)   aeration
B)   squat
C)   active suspension
D)   gas shock

Question 11

While having a discussion, Technician A says that shock absorbers are responsible for absorbing a good deal of road shock. Technician B says that the tires are a vehicle's primary shock absorbers. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   A only
B)   B only
C)   Both A and B
D)   Neither A nor B

Question 12

Why are shock absorbers referred to as double-acting?

Accepted Answer

Shock absorbers are called double-acting because they control motion when moving both up and down.

Question 13

A rear subframe includes the engine, transaxle, and steering/suspension system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A(n) ____________________ shock usually has the reserve chamber in the same column as the working piston.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

What is the purpose of a stabilizer bar?

Accepted Answer

A stabilizer bar, also called a sway bar...

Question 16

What is the purpose of compression damping?

Accepted Answer

Compression damping is used to...

Question 17

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   double wishbone suspensions have improved directional stability and steering control.
B)   a Macpherson strut has an upper control arm and upper ball joint.
C)   double wishbone suspensions react to body roll more easily than any other type of independent suspension.
D)   multilink suspensions allow the designer more options in suspension tuning.

Question 18

What is the purpose of height sensors?

Accepted Answer

Height sensors electronically measure th...

Question 19

Which of the following is LEAST-Likely a component of the suspension system?

Accepted Answer

A)   Springs
B)   Shock absorbers
C)   Bearings
D)   Control arms

Question 20

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   gas shocks were invented to control aeration, cavitation, and foaming of the hydraulic fluid.
B)   pressurizing the oil column in the shock absorber keeps the bubbles in the solution.
C)   some gas shocks have a pressurized gas-filled cell.
D)   twin-tube gas shocks are pressurized with nitrogen gas at 30-90 psi, depending on the manufacturer and the damping force desired.

Exam 63: Suspension Fundamentals

The ____ is the most common spring type used in passenger cars.

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While having a discussion, Technician A says that SLA suspensions maintain precise wheel position under all driving conditions. Technician B says that they can have a large amount of vertical travel without scrub. Who is correct?

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A(n) ____________________ allows motion in two directions, moving with the same up-and-down motion as the bushings on the other end of the control arm.

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Some trucks have one or more ____________________ leaves that do not work until the other leaves have deflected enough under load to allow them to come into contact.

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Rather than compressing, a(n) ____ is a straight rod that twists.

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Normal suspension systems are MOST-Likely referred to as:

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Springs support the load of the vehicle, absorbing the up-and-down motion of the wheels that would normally be transmitted directly to the frame and body.

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____________________ is the weight that is supported by the car springs.

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Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

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The term MOST-Likely used to describe the event that occurs when hydraulic fluid becomes mixed with air is:

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While having a discussion, Technician A says that shock absorbers are responsible for absorbing a good deal of road shock. Technician B says that the tires are a vehicle's primary shock absorbers. Who is correct?

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Why are shock absorbers referred to as double-acting?

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A rear subframe includes the engine, transaxle, and steering/suspension system.

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A(n) ____________________ shock usually has the reserve chamber in the same column as the working piston.

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What is the purpose of a stabilizer bar?

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What is the purpose of compression damping?

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All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

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What is the purpose of height sensors?

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