Steering Quiz "B"

Question 1

How is the axial endplay on a kingpin adjusted?

Answer 1

Adding or removing shims

Question 2

If the steering gear mounting bolts were to come loose, what might the operator complaint be?

Answer 2

Steering is erratic

Question 3

What could cause the steering column to bind?

Answer 3

Universal joints out of phase

Question 4

What would cause both the inner and outer edges of a steer tire to wear?

Answer 4

Under inflation

Question 5

What tool would be used to make accurate measurements of steering component wear?

Answer 5

dial indicator

Question 6

How is fluid level checked in a P.S. reservoir?

Answer 6

Engine off, Fluid at operating temperature

Question 7

What is the most common damage found on “U” joints in the steering column?

Answer 7

False brinelling

Question 8

What are two checks that should be done after the tie-rod ends are replaced?

Answer 8

Threads are completely engaged into tube, New joint is properly greased

Question 9

The warning label on the steering shaft is there to protect what part?

Answer 9

The clock spring

Question 10

Replacing a tie rod assembly often results in having to do what?

Answer 10

Adjust the toe setting

Question 11

Changing the wheel base of a truck could result in?

Answer 11

Incorrect turning radius and tire skidding on turns

Question 12

The first step in bleeding the P.S. is

Answer 12

Start the engine and let it run at low idle for about 10 seconds

Question 13

What is considered the main advantage of using a belt driven P.S. pump

Answer 13

If the pump fails to doesn’t damage anything else