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Technician A says a jounce bumper should be replaced if the rubber is broken or missing. Technician B says the rubber on most jounce bumpers is broken and does not require replacement. Who is right?
a) A
b) B
c) Both
d) neither

On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, dog-tracking may be the result of
a) worn brake shoes.
b) worn or leaking shock absorbers.
c) broken leaf spring center pins/bolts.
d) worn universal joints.

3. When inspecting the lower ball joints on an SLA (short-long arm) suspension, the floor jack should be placed under the:
a) tie-rod
b) lower control arm.
c) pinch weld.
d) frame.

4. While inspecting a strut cartridge, Technician A states that a fluid leak at the seal means the strut cartridge needs to be replaced. Technician B states that if the strut cartridge can be compressed easily, it should be replaced. Who is right?
a) Neither
b) B
c) A
d) Both

5. When bleeding air from the power steering system, most manufacturers recommend doing this procedure with the:
a) transmission in reverse.
b) engine running.
c) engine running at 2,000 rpm.
d) engine off.

When inspecting a front strut assembly, one notices a visible drip of fluid around the seal. What should be one's next step
a) Inform the owner that the strut is defective and needs to be replaced.
b) Refill the strut with strut oil, and return the vehicle to the owner.
c) It is normal for a strut to leak fluid.
d) Wipe it clean, and keep an eye on the vehicle the next time the owner brings it in for service.

While discussing power steering systems, Technician A says that it is not necessary to flush the power steering system on vehicles with electric assist power steering. Technician B says air in the power steering fluid may cause the power steering
a) Neither
b) B
c) Both
d) A

While inspecting tie-rod ends on a rack-and-pinion steering system, Technician A states that a tie-rod end should be replaced if it has any visible movement. Technician B states that all tie-rod ends need to be greased at every service. Who is rig
a) Neither
b) Both
c) A
d) B

When turning the front wheels in either direction, the power steering serpentine belt squeals loudly. Which of these should be done to correct the problem?
a) Spray the belt with belt dressing.
b) Tighten the belt so there is no deflection.
c) Replace the power steering pump.
d) Inspect the belt for wear and replace as needed, and properly tension the belt.

A customer complains of a whining noise while turning the steering wheel either left or right. The most likely cause is:
a) worn ball joints
b) low fluid in the power steering pump.
c) a worn alternator belt.
d) worn tires.

While inspecting the front strut bearing and mount, Technician A states that the bearing should rotate without any roughness. Technician B states that the strut cartridge should be replaced every time the bearing is replaced. Who is right?
a) Neither
b) Both
c) B
d) A

When inspecting tie-rod ends, Technician A says a small amount of play is acceptable as long as the tie-rod has a grease fitting to fill the joint with grease for taking up the slack. Technician B says that if the joint dust boot is damaged, the
a) Both
b) A
c) B
d) Neither

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