ASE A4 Steering Suspension Practice Test Questions and Answers

ASE A4 Steering Suspension Practice Test Questions and Answers A vehicle's front wheels have excessive positive camber on one side and excessive negative camber on the other. Which of theses is MOST likely causing this condition? - Answer-The engine cradle has shifted Technician A says the (SAI) steering axis inclination is built-in by the manufacturer and not adjustable. Technician B says SAI and the caster angle affect steering wheel return to center. Who is correct? - Answer-Both A and B The compressor of an air suspension system runs continuously. All of the following statements are correct EXCEPT: - Answer-The airbag compressor's relay is stuck open. A vehicle with a rack and pinion steering system wanders and has a popping sound when talking turns. Who of the following is MOST likely causing these symptoms? - Answer-Loose tie rods. Which of the following is true about directional tires? - Answer-Directional tires are designed to spin or rotate in only one direction. The steering wheel on the vehicle in the alignment chart above snaps back to the center too quickly. The MOST likely cause of this condition is: - Answer-Excessive positive caster EMILLECT 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR ©2024 EMILLECT. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER, 2024 Page 2/10 A rack and pinion power steering system is binding in one spot, only while turning left. Which of the following is MOST likely causing this condition? - Answer-A fractured tooth on the rack gear. The back of a light truck with a solid rear axle and a coil-spring suspension is squeaking and making clunking noises while traveling over small bumps in the road. Which of the following is LEAST likely to cause this noise? - Answer-The steering rack mounting bushings. After test driving a vehicle a vehicle for several miles, the TPMS warning light goes out. Which of the following is MOST likely causing this condition? - Answer-Low tire air pressure A vehicle with a variable-assist power steering system feel loose at highway speeds. Technician A says the system should decrease pressure at highway speeds. Technician B says variable-assist steering provide maximum pressure while performing parking maneuvers. Who is correct? - Answer-Both A and B Technician A says the Z in P225/60R16 89Z indicates the tire's speed rating. Technician B says different size tires on the rear of a vehicle will illuminate the yellow ABS warning light. Who is correct? - Answer-Both A and B A vehicle's steering wheel does not return to center after completing a turn. Which of the following is MOST likely causing this condition. - Answer-A binding ball joint There is a growling sound coming from the front of a vehicle that increase with vehicle speed and gets louder while turning left. Which of the following is causing this noise? - Answer-A bad right front wheel bearing EMILLECT 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR ©2024 EMILLECT. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER, 2024 Page 3/10 A vehicle with power steering require increased effort to steer. A power steering pressure test gauge is installed to test the power steering system's flow and pressure. To measure power steering pump pressure. - Answer-Close the shutoff valve for 5 seconds. After adjustments are made, the technician measure the worm shaft bearing preload and sector shaft lash of recirculating ball steering gear. The technician should use: - Answer-An inch- pound torque wrench EPAS Electronic Power Assist Steering systems require input from all of the following EXCPET: - Answer-The power steering pressure switch A vehicle with (VES) variable effort steering feels loose and sloppy at highway speeds. Technician A says a problem with the vehicle speed sensor's signal to the controller will result in this condition. Technician B says the system is not reducing hydraulic pressure at highway speeds. Who is correct? - Answer-Both A and B A vehicle with a ribbed serpentine belt makes a chirping sound when it's first started in the morning. Which of the following is the LASET likely cause of this noise? - Answer-Aerated power steering fluid Even at low speeds, a vehicle leans and has excessive body sway when turning. Which of the following is MOST likely causing this sway? - Answer