Question The suspension system: Answers Holds up the vehicle and its load. Keeps the load the proper distance behind the driver’s compartment. Maintains a safe distance between the vehicle and other vehicles. Lightens the load for the tires. Explanation The suspension system holds up a vehicle and its load while keeping the axles in place. Faults in a vehicle's suspension system are extremely dangerous. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: Massachusetts Knowledge Test Class A , North Dakota Knowledge Test Class A , Tennessee Knowledge Test Class A , Oregon Knowledge Test Class B ,