Exam 47: Steering Systems

The worm and roller steering components are basically the same found in the recirculating ball/ parallelogram system.

The ____________________ arm connects the center link to the steering gear.

On a parallelogram-type steering linkage, the _____ joins the inner and outer tie-rod ends.

The power steering pressure on an electronically controlled power steering system is regulated by the vehicle's computer by varying the _____ applied to the pressure control solenoid.

Hard steering could be caused by ______.

An oil leak at the bellows of a rack and pinion could be caused by ______.

Technician A repairs leaking power steering hoses by cutting out the leaking section and installing a length of double wall 3/8-inch steel tubing with hose clamps. Technician B replaces worn or damaged power steering hoses. Who is correct?

A pressure ____________________ valve controls the max pressure output from the pump.

On a parallelogram type steering linkage, ___________________ connect the center link to the steering knuckles.

Technician A says an electronically controlled power steering system provides power assistance when the engine stalls. Technician B says an electronic rack eliminates the hydraulic pump and hoses. Who is correct?

Technician A says most late model vehicles have a power-steering pressure sensor that can be monitored with a scan tool. Technician B says if the system does not have a power steering pressure sensor, you must diagnose the system by connecting a power-steering pressure gauge to the pump outlet. Who is correct?