Exam 112: Suspension System Principles and Components

The spring rate of a spring is measured in units of ________.

What suspension component is used to counteract body lean during cornering?

What term describes the basic shape and size of a vehicle?

In this illustration, which ball joint is the load carrying ball joint?

Technician A says that compression of a vehicle spring is called jounce. Technician B says that extending the vehicle spring is called rebound. Which technician is correct?

Technician A says that regular replacement shock absorbers will raise the rear of a vehicle that is sagging down. Technician B says that replacement springs will be required to restore the proper ride height. Which technician is correct?

What provides the strength of the structure for unit body vehicles?

What frame design combines the body with the structure of the frame?

The owner of a pickup wants to cut the coil springs to lower the vehicle. Technician A says that the ride will be harsher than normal if the springs are cut. Technician B says that the springs could be damaged, especially if a cutting torch is used to cut the springs. Which technician is correct?

Which of the following is NOT a type of automotive spring?

Which component is used on FWD vehicles to support the engine and transmission?