Suspension_Systems_Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the three main purposes of a suspension system?
Maintain tire contact, support vehicle weight, and isolate passengers from road impacts.
Where are springs located on a body-on-frame vehicle?
Between the frame and the wheel assembly.
T/F: Air bags are the most common type of suspension spring.
False – Coil springs are the most common.
Which spring type allows Translink buses to kneel at stops? (Hint: Adjustable air pressure)
Air bags.
What do control arms act as pivot points for?
The steering knuckle.
T/F: Ball joints allow wheels to move up/down and turn left/right.
True.
What do shock absorbers do in a suspension system?
They dampen spring oscillations using fluid displacement.
Do shocks support the vehicle’s weight? (Hint: Think about what actually bears the load)
No – the springs support the weight.
What is the purpose of a sway bar?
To reduce body roll during cornering.
T/F: Lower unsprung weight results in a smoother ride.
True.
