SOS MECHANIC CERTIFICATION SUSPENSION AND STEERING EXAM NEWEST 2026 80 QUESTIONS AND

SOS MECHANIC CERTIFICATION SUSPENSION AND STEERING EXAM NEWEST 2026 80 QUESTIONS AND ( ANSWERS)

1 P a g e SOS MECHANIC CERTIFICATION SUSPENSION AND STEERING EXAM NEWEST 2026 80 QUESTIONS AND ( ANSWERS) A vehicle has unusual noises when it is jounced up and down, all of these could cause this problem except: - ANSWER- worn tie rod ends If the upper ball joint is positioned behind the lower ball joint, which of these describes the alignment condition? - ANSWERPositive caster. Which of these correctly states when a power steering system should be bled? - ANSWER- When the fluid becomes ae While diagnosing a vehicle that has a tendency to bump steer, which of these should be checked first? - ANSWER- Wheel setback Which of these is NOT part of the normal procedure for replacing a front stabilizer bar? - ANSWER- Disconnect the tierod ends 2 P a g e Which of these does NOT need to be checked prior to a wheel alignment? - ANSWER- Tire balance Which of these can cause front wheel shimmy? - ANSWERLoos steering linkage Which of these would cause the tires to wear in the center of a tire tread? - ANSWER- over inflated tires Which of the following is correct statements about the effects of the imbalance? - ANSWER- Static imbalance will cause wheel tramp Which of these is not a possible cause for an increase in steering effort? - ANSWER- Worn ball joints Which of these correctly states the purpose of the pop rivet found in some strut top plates? - ANSWER- The rivet secures the plate I position to maintain camber A car pulls to the left, which of these could cause the problem? - ANSWER- Left front wheel has too much negative caster