Wheel Review
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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1. Which of the following is not a fundamental angle for proper wheel alignment?
a. Toe.
c. Tracking.
b. Camber.
d. Runout.
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2. The inward or outward tilt of a wheel and tire when viewed from the front of the car is called ____.
a. negative caster
c. camber
b. toe
d. positive caster
True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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3. Setting unequal caster will help counter the effects of road crown.
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4. Camber controls the direction of the two front wheels in relation to the two rear wheels.
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5. An incorrect toe setting will cause a tire to scuff and rapidly wear.
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6. One of the reasons for camber is to aid steering by placing the vehicle weight on the inner end of the spindle.
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7. A train gauge can be used to measure caster and camber.
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8. To increase positive caster, move the upper control ball joint forward.
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9. Correct wheel alignment is important to achieving good fuel economy.
____ 10. Camber and caster cannot be adjusted on some MacPherson strut suspensions.
Matching
Match the following terms and identifying phrases.
a. turning radius
c. tracking
b. caster
d. steering axis inclination
____ 11. Toe-out on turns.
____ 12. Inward tilt designed into the suspension system by the vehicle manufacturer.
____ 13. Position of the front wheels in relation to the rear wheels.
____ 14. Steering knuckle tilt that offsets road crown pull.
Short Answer
15. What does the term "alignment" mean?
16. List at least three vehicle problems that could affect wheel alignment.
Wheel Review
Answer Section
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. ANS: D
2. ANS: C
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TRUE/FALSE
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MATCHING
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SHORT ANSWER
15. ANS:
To position in a straight line.
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16. ANS:
Loose wheel bearings, wheel or tire runout, worn tires, tires of different sizes or types, incorrect tire inflation,
worn steering components, worn suspension components, incorrect curb height and weight, incorrect cradle
alignment.
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