Steering System Flashcards
What is the purpose of a steering system.
To transmit the drivers intentions to the steering tires and help reduce wear
What two components does the pitman arm connect to?
Steering box (gear) and drag link
A tie rod assembly consists of 3 components, what are they?
Tie rod, tie rod end and tie rod arm
One spine is larger then the rest on a shaft end. What is this spline called?
Master spline
The worm gear is your input (drive) or output (driven)
Input (drive)
What is the fastener called that holds a spines tightly to the yoke?
Pinch Bolt
Technician A says to re-use the pinch bolt, technician B says you can not re-use it. Which is right?
Technician A
A steering shaft is able to grow or shrink depending on suspension location. What is this device called
Slip joint
Shafts held under tension are able to change their angle due to this part. What is it?
U-Joint
The king pin thrust bearing is responsible for carrying
A- Front axle load
B- Haul load
C- Vehicle weight minus haul weight
D- The load of the vehicle
D - The load of the vehicle
What component may become damaged in the event of the steering wheel being turned while disconnected from the gear box?
Clock spring
When working on most equipment what is the common colour for the wire(s) from the SRS system?
Yellow
What are the 3 components that make up a steering box?
Worm gear, sector shaft and recirculating ball bearing assembly.
True or false… drag links only come in 1 size and one piece
False; they can come in multiple sizes with multiple joints.
What is the minimum clearance for a steering stop?
1 inch or 2.5cm
