Automotive Suspension & Steering Systems (Classroom Manual)

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Master the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose and service suspension and steering systems for today's cars, SUVs, light duty trucks and now, hybrids, with the latest edition of this highly successful Classroom/Shop Manual package! With the same carefully constructed balance of theory and practice that made previous editions so valuable, the 5th Edition of TODAY'S TECHNICIAN: AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION AND STEERING takes the content to the next level, from coverage of the latest mandatory tire pressure monitoring systems to the newest electronically-controlled suspension systems. And the highly updated, state-of-the-art information doesn't end there; the book also features new information on the most current front and rear suspension designs, recent developments in steering columns and air bag systems, and the latest electronic power steering gears. Reinforcing its practical, user-friendly approach are strategically placed cautions and warnings that emphasize safe working procedures and case studies that link theory to the real-life practices of today's professional, ASE-certified technicians, making this a must-have for aspiring automotive technicians in both certificate and degree programs. Front Cover Title Page Copyright Classroom Manual for Automotive Suspension & Steering Systems Contents Preface CHAPTER 1 Suspension and Steering Systems Introduction Frames and Unitized Bodies Front Suspension Systems Rear Suspension Systems Tires, Wheels, and Hubs Shock Absorbers and Struts Computer-Controlled Suspension Systems and Shock Absorbers Steering Systems Wheel Alignment Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 2 Basic Theories Introduction Newton’s Laws of Motion Work and Force Energy Energy Conversion Inertia Momentum Friction Mass, Weight, and Volume Torque Power Principles Involving Tires and Wheels in Motion Principles Involving the Balance of Wheels in Motion Principles Involving Liquids and Gases Atmospheric Pressure Vacuum Venturi Principle Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 3 Wheel Bearings Introduction Bearing Loads Ball Bearings Roller Bearings Seals Wheel Bearings Rear-Axle Bearings Bearing Lubrication Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 4 Tires and Wheels Introduction Tire Design Tire Ply and Belt Design Tire Tread Design Tire Manufacturing Defects Tire Ratings and Sidewall Information Specialty Tires Replacement Tires Tire Valves Tire Chains Compact Spare Tires Run-Flat Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Tire Contact Area Tire Placard and Inflation Pressure Tire Motion Forces Wheel Rims Static Wheel Balance Theory Dynamic Wheel Balance Theory Noise, Vibration, Harshness Terms to Know Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 5 Shock Absorbers and Struts Introduction Shock Absorber Design Shock Absorber Operation Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers and Struts Heavy-Duty Shock Absorber Design Shock Absorber Ratios Strut Design, Front Suspension Shock Absorber and Strut Design, Rear Suspension Travel-Sensitive Strut Adjustable Struts Load-Leveling Shock Absorbers Electronically Controlled Shock Absorbers and Struts Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 6 Front Suspension Systems Introduction Suspension System Components Short-and-Long Arm Front Suspension Systems MacPherson Strut Front Suspension System Design Modified MacPherson Strut Suspension High-Performance Front Suspension Systems Torsion Bar Suspension Curb Riding Height Front Spring Sag, Curb Riding Height, and Caster Angle Spring Sag, Curb Riding Height, and Camber Angle Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 7 Rear Suspension Systems Introduction Live-Axle Rear Suspension Systems Semi-Independent Rear Suspension Systems Independent Rear Suspension Systems Curb Riding Height Spring Sag, Curb Riding Height, and Caster Angle Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 8 Computer-Controlled Suspension Systems Introduction Programmed Ride Control System Electronic Air Suspension System Components Electronic Air Suspension System Operation Air Suspension System Design Variations Vehicle Dynamic Suspension System Electronic Suspension Control (ESC) System Integrated Electronic Systems and Networks Vehicle Stability Control Active Roll Control Systems Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Systems Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Systems Collision Mitigation Systems Telematics Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 9 Steering Columns and Steering Linkage Mechanisms Introduction Conventional Nontilt Steering Column Tilt Steering Column Electronic Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Active Steering Column Driver Protection Module Steering Linkage Mechanisms Steering Damper Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 10 Power Steering Pumps Introduction Power Steering Pump Drive Belts Types of Power-Assisted Steering Systems Power Steering Pump Design Power Steering Pump Operation Hybrid Vehicles and Power Steering Systems Hybrid Powertrain Components Various Types of HEVs Fuel Cell Vehicles Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 11 Recirculating Ball Steering Gears Introduction Manual Recirculating Ball Steering Gears Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gears Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 12 Rack and Pinion Steering Gears Introduction Manual Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Main Components Steering Gear Ratio Manual Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Mounting Advantages and Disadvantages of Rack and Pinion Steering Power Rack and Pinion Steering Gears Types of Power Rack and Pinion Steering Gears Electronic Variable Orifice Steering Saginaw Electronic Variable Orifice Steering Rack-Drive Electronic Power Steering Electronic Power Steering System Operation Column-Drive Electronic Power Steering Column-Drive Electronic Power Steering Operation Pinion-Drive Electronic Power Steering Active Steering Systems Active Steering System Components Active Steering Operation Power Steering System Steer-by-Wire Systems Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 13 Four-Wheel Steering Systems Introduction Electronically Controlled Four-Wheel Steering Input Sensors Four-Wheel Steering System Operation Quadrasteer Four-Wheel Steering Systems Quadrasteer Four-Wheel Steering System Operation Rear Active Steering System Four-Wheel Active Steering (4WAS) Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 14 Frames and Frame Damage Introduction Types of Frames and Frame Construction Unitized Body Design Vehicle Directional Stability Vehicle Tracking Types of Frame Damage Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 15 Four Wheel Alignment, Part 1 Introduction Wheel Alignment Theory Importance of Four Wheel Alignment Rear Wheel Alignment and Vehicle Tracking Problems Types of Wheel Alignment Computer Alignment Systems Camber Fundamentals Driving Conditions Affecting Camber Caster Fundamentals Safety Factors and Caster Steering Terminology Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice CHAPTER 16 Four Wheel Alignment, Part 2 Introduction Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) Definition SAI Purpose SAI and Safety Factors Scrub Radius Wheel Setback Toe Definition Toe Setting for Front-Wheel-Drive and Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Toe Adjustment and Tire Wear Turning Radius Rear Wheel Alignment Summary Terms to Know Review Questions Multiple Choice Glossary Index Shop Manual for Automotive Suspension & Steering Systems Contents Photo Sequence Contents Job Sheets Contents Preface CHAPTER 1 Safety Introduction Occupational Safety and Health Act Shop Hazards Shop Safety Rules Air Quality Shop Safety Equipment Shop Layout Safety in the Automotive Shop General Shop Safety Personal Safety Electrical Safety Gasoline Safety Fire Safety Vehicle Operation Housekeeping Safety Air Bag Safety Lifting and Carrying Hand Tool Safety Lift Safety Hydraulic Jack and Safety Stand Safety Power Tool Safety Compressed-Air Equipment Safety Cleaning Equipment Safety and Environmental Considerations Hazardous Waste Disposal Case Study Terms to Know Summary ASE-Style Review Questions CHAPTER 2 Tools and Shop Procedures Using Suspension and Steering Equipment Measuring Systems Basic Diagnostic Procedure Suspension and Steering Tools Hydraulic Pressing and Lifting Equipment Suspension and Steering Service, Diagnostic, and Measurement Tools Employer and Employee Obligations National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Service Manuals Case Study Terms to Know Summary ASE-Style Review Questions CHAPTER 3 Wheel Bearing and Seal Service Diagnosis of Bearing Defects Service and Adjustment of Tapered Roller Bearing-Type Wheel Bearings Wheel Hub Unit Diagnosis Front Drive Axle Diagnosis Drive Axle Removal Special Procedures for Drive Axle Removal Front Wheel Bearing Hub Unit Removal and Replacement Rear-Axle Bearing and Seal Service, Rear-Wheel-Drive Cars Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 4 Tire and Wheel Servicing and Balancing Tire Noises and Steering Problems Tire Rotation Tire and Wheel Service Tire and Wheel Service Precautions Wheel Rim Service Tire Remounting Procedure Diagnosing and Servicing Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Tire and Wheel Runout Measurement Tread Wear Measurement Preliminary Wheel Balancing Checks Tire Inflation Pressure Static and Dynamic Wheel Balance Procedure Electronic Wheel Balancers with Lateral Force Measurement (LFM) and Radial Force Variation Capabilities On Car Wheel Balancing Vibration Diagnosis Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 5 Shock Absorber and Strut Diagnosis and Service Shock Absorber Visual Inspection Shock Absorber or Strut Bounce Test Shock Absorber Manual Test Air Shock Absorber Diagnosis and Replacement Shock Absorber Replacement Diagnosis of Front Spring and Strut Noise Strut Removal and Replacement Removal of Strut from Coil Spring Strut Disposal Procedure Installation of Coil Spring on Strut Installation of Strut-and-Spring Assembly in Vehicle Rear Strut Replacement Installing Strut Cartridge, Off-Car Installing Strut Cartridge, On-Car Diagnosis of Electronically Controlled Shock Absorbers Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 6 Front Suspension System Service Curb Riding Height Measurement Front Suspension Diagnosis and Service Control Arm Diagnosis and Service Removing and Replacing Longitudinally Mounted Torsion Bars Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 7 Rear Suspension Service Lower Control Arm and Ball Joint Diagnosis and Replacement Rear Leaf-Spring Diagnosis and Replacement Track Bar Diagnosis and Replacement Stabilizer Bar Diagnosis and Service Rear Suspension Tie Rod Inspection and Replacement Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 8 Computer-Controlled Suspension System Service Preliminary Inspection of Computer-Controlled Suspension Systems Programmed Ride Control System Diagnosis Electronic Air Suspension Diagnosis and Service Servicing and Diagnosing Vehicle Dynamic Suspension Systems Diagnosis of Electronic Suspension Control Systems Scan Tool Diagnosis of Electronic Suspension Control Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 9 Steering Column and Linkage Diagnosis and Service Air Bag Deployment Module, Steering Wheel, and Clock Spring Electrical Connector Removal and Replacement Typical Procedure for Removing a Steering Wheel Steering Column Service Steering Column Removal and Replacement Collapsible Steering Column Inspection Tilt Steering Column Disassembly Tilt Steering Column Inspection and Parts Replacement Tilt Steering Column Assembly Steering Column Flexible Coupling and Universal Joint Diagnosis and Service Steering Column Diagnosis Steering Linkage Diagnosis and Service Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 10 Power Steering Pump Diagnosis and Service Power Steering Pump Belt Service Power Steering Pump Fluid Service Power Steering Pump Diagnosis Power Steering Pump Service Inspecting and Servicing Power Steering Lines and Hoses Power Steering Hose Replacement Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Electrohydraulic Power Steering (EHPS) Diagnosing and Servicing Procedures Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 11 Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Diagnosis and Service Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Diagnosis Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Replacement Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Adjustments Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Oil Leak Diagnosis Power Recirculating Ball Steering Gear Seal Replacement Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 12 Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Diagnosis and Service Manual or Power Rack and Pinion Steering Gear On-Car Inspection Manual or Power Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Removal and Replacement Manual Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Diagnosis and Service Diagnosis of Power Steering, Steering Column, and Suspension Systems Diagnosis of Magnasteer Systems Diagnosis of Rack-Drive Electronic Power Steering Diagnosis of Column-Drive Electronic Power Steering Active Steering System Preliminary Diagnosis Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 13 Electronic Four-Wheel Steering Diagnosis and Service Preliminary Inspection Quadrasteer Diagnosis Electronically Controlled Four-Wheel Steering Diagnosis Rear Steering Actuator Service Diagnosis of Four-Wheel Active Steering (4WAS) System Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 14 Frame Diagnosis and Service Indications of Frame Damage Frame Diagnosis Checking Frame Alignment Measuring Unitized Body Alignment Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 15 Four Wheel Alignment Procedure Wheel Alignment Preliminary Diagnosis and Inspection Four Wheel Alignment with Computer Alignment Systems Wheel Alignment Screens Adjustment Screens Diagnostic Drawing and Text Screens Checking Toe Change and Steering Linkage Height Bent Front Strut Diagnosis Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions CHAPTER 16 Four Wheel Alignment Adjustments Wheel Alignment Procedure Camber Adjustment Caster Adjustment Procedure Setback Measurement and Correction Procedure Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) Correction Procedure Toe Adjustment Manual Steering Wheel Centering Procedure Causes of Improper Rear Wheel Alignment Rear Suspension Adjustments Rear Wheel Tracking Measurement with a Track Gauge Case Study Terms to Know ASE-Style Review Questions ASE Challenge Questions Appendix A: ASE Practice Examination Appendix B: Metric Conversions Appendix C: Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems Special Tool Suppliers Appendix D: Manufacturer Websites Appendix E: Suspension and Steering Professional Associations Glossary Index