Shock Absorbers and Struts Flashcards
Shock Absorber Action is reduced as the ________ inside _________
Seals, Wear
A Common trick to remove rear wheel SLA attaching nut is to?
use a 9/32 socket and snap the nut, as it has to be replaced anyway
Shock absorbers do not affect ride height with the exception of air shocks or springs. True or False?
True
Springs and Shock Absorbers should be replaced as ________
Pairs
Tech A says the effectiveness of shock absorbers decreases and shows ride harshness. Tech B says fluid lost in shock absorbers will cause the body to contact jounce bumpers as the vehicle bottoms out. Who is correct?
Both
The Most common Shock Test is the ______
Bounce Test
The shock absorber will continue to function correctly even when its internal oil is low. true/false?
false
Leaking hydraulic oil is when the shock or strut leaks oil and indicates a defective______
seal
Tech A says cuppy tire wear is a symptom caused by work shock absorbers as the vehicle bounces up and down. tech be says wear on the center of tires indicates a worn shock absorber. Who is correct?
Tech A
As Control Arm Bushings and Ball Joints age. Energy built up in the vehicle is controlled less by _______
friction
Frequent vehicle bottoming out (body making contact with jounce bumpers) is a symptom of reduced________ and sagging_______
ride height, springs
Front shocks are usually attached to the control arm by ____ and ______
nuts and bolts
Tech A Says shock Absorbers are carefully attached to the vehicle springs and bushings. Tech B says the Control arms and ball joints. who is correct?
tech A
Shock Absorber Life depends on the_______ and _______ the vehicle is driven
How and Where
