Advance auto steering assessment

What part is being referenced in this image?

Bellow boot (black spring under front end looking thing)

What should be recommended after replacing steering components?

Alignment

What are some basic checks your customer can make to their power steering system?

All of these

What is an advantage of the rack and pinion over the gearbox steering system?

All of these

Which components aid in steering the vehicle?

All of these

True or false: transmission fluid is a good substitute for power steering fluid in a power steering pump

False

What recommendations can help your customers when dealing with steering maintenance and repair?

Flush the system annually to remove any metal or debris & always use new fluid according to manufacturers recommendation

If your customers vehicle wanders while driving, which is the most likely concern?

Loose mounting hardware

The power steering pump converts ___ energy into ____ pressure.

Mechanical,hydraulic

What steering linkage system is used with the gearbox?

Parallelogram steering system

What part of a rack and pinion assembly is the steering shaft attached to?

Pinion

Which of the following are steering parts that can wear out?

Pitman arm, center link, idler arm, tie rod ends

What test can a professional shop run to test the power steering system?

Pressure test

What steering system are you most likely to see on your customers vehicles?

Rack and pinion

After greeting a walk in customer and asking him what he's working on; he tells you that he hears a popping sound every time he parks his car. By asking further questions, the customer explains that he is a light DIYer and only feels comfortable doing minor maintenance projects like oil changes. What is the best recommendation you can make for this customer?

Recommend a professional shop for the customer.

What is the most important factor to consider when interacting with your customer about steering systems?

Safety involved with the steering system

What component in the gear box attaches to the pitman arm?

Sector shaft

How are most power steering pumps driven?

Serpentine belt drive

What additional items should you recommend to a customer who is replacing a power steering pump?

Serpentine belt, tensioner, power steering fluid

Which component inside a rack and pinion directs fluid to either side of the piston assembly

Spool valve

Why is the pressure control valve necessary on a power steering pump?

To bypass high pressure when it is not needed