Practice question

A vehicle experiences 'bump steer', meaning it steers itself to one side when the suspension moves over bumps. What is the primary cause?

  1. The shock absorbers are too soft
  2. The steering linkage tie rods are not parallel with the suspension control arms
  3. The wheels have positive camber
  4. The steering rack hydraulic control valve is leaking internally

Answer: B — The steering linkage tie rods are not parallel with the suspension control arms

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