Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.
Automotive Suspension Components
18
Flashcards
0/18
Bushing
Function: Reduce friction and cushion parts. Importance: Reduce wear and noise, absorb shock.
Torsion Bar
Function: Resist torsion and absorb road shocks. Importance: Provide a form of spring action through twisting.
Suspension Bushing
Function: Provides a smooth ride by reducing friction. Importance: Protects parts from wear and tear, reducing maintenance needs.
Shocks and Struts
Function: Dampen and absorb road shock. Importance: Provide a smooth ride and keep tires in contact with the road.
Coil Spring
Function: Support the vehicle’s weight & absorb bumps. Importance: Maintain correct ride height and provide a smooth ride.
Air Spring
Function: Uses air pressure to support vehicle weight. Importance: Offers ride height adjustment and load leveling.
MacPherson Strut
Function: Provides a compact suspension solution. Importance: Combines shock absorber and spring in one unit.
Wheel Bearing
Function: Allows the wheel to rotate freely with minimal friction. Importance: Crucial for smooth wheel operation and vehicle safety.
Strut Bearing
Function: Allows the strut to turn with the wheels while steering. Importance: Essential for smooth movement and steering response.
Leaf Spring
Function: Support the weight and absorb bumps. Importance: Durable and used in heavy-duty applications.
Control Arm (A-Arm)
Function: Connects wheel hub to the vehicle frame. Importance: Allows for motion control and wheel alignment.
Tie Rod
Function: Connects the steering rack to the wheel. Importance: Transfers steering input to move wheels.
Steering Knuckle
Function: Connects the wheel to the suspension components. Importance: Integral for steering and housing wheel bearings.
Sway Bar (Anti-Roll Bar)
Function: Reduce body roll during cornering. Importance: Improves vehicle stability and handling.
Ball Joint
Function: Allow for multi-directional movement. Importance: Essential for steering precision and suspension movement.
Stabilizer Link
Function: Connect the sway bar to the suspension. Importance: Assists in reducing body roll during turns.
Strut Mount
Function: Attach the strut to the vehicle. Importance: Provides a pivot point for steering and isolates noise and vibration.
Idler Arm
Function: Supports the steering linkage. Importance: Contributes to stable wheel alignment and steering.
© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.