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What should the technician do when replacing stabilizer bar links? the links can be replaced individually, yet the manufacturer often recommends that the links at both ends be replaced together.
When axle windup is controlled by the rear leaf spring during acceleration the suspension type is called a?
when axle windup is controlled by the rear leaf spring during acceleration this system is called. trailing arm. You just studied 10 terms!.
Where is the most common location for the coil spring on an SLA front suspension?
Coil springs are often sandwiched between the lower control arm and the vehicle frame. In this position, the weight of the vehicle is pushing down against the spring, which is supported by the lower control arm.
What kind of suspension is used only at a non driven rear axle?
Tech B says that semi-independent rear suspension is only used on non-drive axles.
What is the purpose of a torque arm?
A torque arm is a mount for a torque tool that supports it while allowing the operator to smoothly move the power torque tool around the work area to complete fastening operations.
Does SLA suspension reduce tire scrub?
All of these are disadvantages of a solid rear axle. Technician A says that SLA suspensions reduce tire scrub. All of these reduce tire adhesion. Technician A says that vehicles with independent rear suspensions provide better handling than those with solid rear axles.
Which of these tools is appropriate for changing coil springs on struts?
One part of suspension repair is replacing coil springs. To do this, you’ll need to buy a spring compressor. It’s a small tool that’s a little like a clamp. When screwed down, it compresses the spring for removal and to allow a new spring to be inserted.
Which of these requires a wheel alignment after replacement?
We recommend an alignment after the installation of new tires. The most common signs of misalignment are pulling to one side while you’re driving, unusual tire wear and/or a steering wheel that’s off-center even though your vehicle is pointed straight.
When should coil springs be checked?
If your truck abruptly bounces as you drive over bumps and road obstructions, even when you slow the vehicle down, the time has come to inspect your coil springs.
What are 3 types of suspension?
There are three basic types of suspension components: linkages, springs, and shock absorbers. The linkages are the bars and brackets that support the wheels, springs and shock absorbers.
How do you check rear suspension?
Check your car’s suspension in 5 steps Visually inspect the strut mounts. Measure the height of your front wheels. It’s time to jack up the car. Look for signs of damage or grease. Check the tie rod ends. The drive feels bumpy. Swerves to one direction. Trouble steering.
Which type of suspension is best?
Multi-link and dual wishbone systems are the holy grail of suspension designs, allowing engineers to achieve agile handling without compromising ride quality.
Are torque arms necessary?
This means that front hub motors are more likely to require a torque arm than rear motors. If you have a 500 watt motor in the front, especially if you have an aluminum fork, you’ll want to use a torque arm. 750 watts or above should almost always use a torque arm, even in the rear of the bike, even in steel.
How is torque arm measured?
A practical way to calculate the magnitude of the torque is to first determine the lever arm and then multiply it times the applied force. The lever arm is the perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation to the line of action of the force. and the magnitude of the torque is τ = N m.
Does changing wheel offset affect alignment?
Changing wheel size/offset will not affect the settings as they are, the wheels are aligned to the vehicle dependent upon the suspension design, which is in turn designed usually for a specific size and offset tire/rim combination and handling characteristics.
Which is better negative or positive scrub radius?
Negative scrub radius decreases torque steer and improves stability in the event of brake failure. SLA suspensions usually have a positive scrub radius. With this suspension, the scrub radius is not adjustable. The greater the scrub radius (positive or negative), the less the steering effort is.
What scrub radius is good?
The distance between the center of the tire’s contact patch and the point where that line touches the road is the scrub radius. If the line touches the road inboard of the contact patch, scrub radius is positive. If the line touches the road outboard of the contact patch, scrub radius is negative (see Figure 2).
What tools are needed to replace struts?
You’ll have to get an alignment done afterward (about $100), but you’ll still save about $300 by doing the job yourself. You’ll need rust penetrant, wrenches, a pin punch or large screwdriver, and a thin piece of plywood. You may need to buy a few large sockets and a breaker bar.
Do I need alignment after replacing sway bar links?
Sway bar end links, or anything to do with a sway bar, won’t affect wheel alignment settings.
Do you need to do an alignment after replacing struts?
Strut suspension usually has the shock absorber and the spring in one unit, with the top of the strut mounted very high in the car body and the bottom of the strut attached to the lower control arm. This lowers the vehicle center of gravity, which is a good thing. Replacing those struts requires no alignment.
Do I need an alignment after replacing control arm?
An alignment after replacing the lower control arm is absolutely required. Because the likelihood of the new control arm, (plus the other parts that should be replaced during this procedure), of being the EXACT same dimensions are extremely unlikely.
