Deck 117: Steering Linkage and Service

Question 1

A "dry park" test to determine the condition of the steering components and joints should be performed with the vehicle ________.

A)Lifted off the ground about 2 inches
B)On a frame contact lift with the wheels off the ground
C)On turn plates that allow the front wheels to move
D)On level ground or on a drive-on lift

Answer 1

On level ground or on a drive-on lift

Question 2

Two technicians are discussing bump steer. Technician A says that an unlevel steering linkage can be its cause. Technician B says that if the steering wheel moves when the vehicle is bounced up and down, the steering linkage may be bent. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Answer 2

Both technicians A and B

Question 3

A vehicle has an excessive amount of free play in the steering wheel and it is difficult to keep it traveling straight on a level road. Which is the LEAST likely cause?

A)Worn idler arms
B)Worn tie rod ends
C)Excessive play in the ball socket assemblies
D)Loose pitman arm retaining nut

Answer 3

Loose pitman arm retaining nut

Question 4

How are the inner tie rods attached to the rack on a center take-off type rack and pinion steering gear?

A)Riveted
B)Staked
C)Bolted
D)Pinned

Question 5

What is the MOST likely cause of bump steer?

A)Worn outer tie rod ends
B)Worn or oil soaked rack bushings
C)A lack of proper lubrication of all ball and socket joints
D)A worn center link

Question 6

How much end play is generally acceptable in tie rod ends?

A)0.030 to 0.050 in.
B)0.050 to 0.100 in.
C)Zero
D)0.0010 to 0.030 in.

Question 7

Technician A says that outer tie rod ends should be replaced in pairs, even if only one is worn. Technician B says that inner tie rod ends should be replaced in pairs, even if only one is worn. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 8

Which tool is NOT recommended to be used to separate tapered steering components because it can do harm?

A)Two hammers
B)Pickle fork
C)Taper breaker
D)Tie rod removal puller

Question 9

Technician A says that torque prevailing nuts can be reused unless damaged. Technician B says that a new cotter key should always be used. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 10

New tie rods are being installed. Technician A says to tighten the retaining nuts to specification and then loosen, if needed, to align the cotter pin hole. Technician B says to tighten farther to align the cotter key hole. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 11

Technician A says that the pitman arm is connected to the steering gear. Technician B says that an idler arm is used with all rack and pinion steering linkages. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 12

Which of the following terms may be used to describe the center link?

A)Connecting link
B)Drag link
C)Relay rod
D)All of these are correct.

Question 13

Which of the following linkage types may be used with a rack and pinion design?

A)Cross steer
B)Parallelogram
C)Haltenberger
D)None of these are correct

Question 14

Technician A says that tie rod ends are used to connect the steering linkage to the steering knuckles.Technician B says that some ball and socket joints are filled with rubber and do not require lubrication. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 15

Four wheel steering is being discussed. Technician A says that opposite phase steering is best at high speeds. Technician B says that same phase steering is best at low speeds. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 16

Technician A says that steering ball socket joints do not need lubrication. Technician B says that its a good idea to lubricate steering stops. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 17

The steering wheel in a vehicle moves when the body is bounced up and down. Technician A says that bent steering linkage components could be the cause. Technician B says that this is a normal condition. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 18

How much force is generally used to check idler arms?

A)25 lbs.
B)5 lbs.
C)150 lbs.
D)As much as possible

Question 19

What steering component dampens and absorbs sudden motions in the steering linkage?

A)Shock absorber
B)Drag link
C)Steering dampener
D)None of these

Question 20

Steering components are connected by ________.

A)U-joints
B)Ball and socket joints
C)Rubber bushings
D)None of these

Question 21

Technician A says that steering linkages with zerk fittings should be greased at least every six months.Technician B says that some steering linkage joints are sealed and do not require regular service. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 22

Technician A says that RBS type tie rod ends do not require periodic lubrication. Technician B says that the steering gear must be removed to replace outer tie rod ends. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 23

A rack and pinion inner tie rod end is often secured by which of these methods?

A)Riveted or pinned
B)Staked
C)Either A or B
D)Neither A nor B

Question 24

Technician A says that the inner tie rod end mounts to the end of the rack on all rack and pinion systems. Technician B says that some rack and pinion systems use inner tie rod ends mounted to the center of the rack. Which technician is correct?

A)Technician A only
B)Technician B only
C)Both technicians A and B
D)Neither technician A nor B

Question 25

With four wheel steering systems, what term describes the front and rear wheels turning the same direction?

A)Opposite phase steering
B)Negative phase mode
C)Same phase steering
D)None of these

Question 26

Which four wheel steering system is best for highway lane changes?

A)Negative phase mode
B)Same phase steering
C)Opposite phase steering
D)None of these

Question 27

Cross steer linkage is found on ________.

A)Light trucks and vans
B)Sports cars
C)Mid-size sedans
D)None of these

Question 28

The steering linkage shown here is a ________ design.

A)Cross-steer
B)Haltenberger
C)Parallelogram
D)Drop link