Steering Parts

The steering system is an essential part of any modern vehicle. It basically consists of the steering wheel, the steering shaft and frame, and the steering blades, although it is not uncommon to have other parts in the system depending on what type of steering system you have in your vehicle in place. The steering mechanism and other elements are used for regulating the direction of motion of a vehicle. The auto reacts when you rotate the steering wheel. A collection of parts called the steering system transmits the steering wheel's movement down the steering shaft to shift the wheels left and right, even though the car wheels do not turn at the same angle. Steering motion must be very smooth, and the wheel's lightest touch can guide the steering system seamlessly and accurately. A good quality steering system and steering parts are needed, as well as a well-designed suspension, to achieve excellent handling.

Various forms of the steering system are used in the automotive sector, but mostly rack and pinions are used on modern cars. Rack and pinion steering systems, also known as power steering, can also be used in hydraulic or electric systems. The power steering system has components such as power steering pump, rack and pinion, steering yoke, steering coupler, tie rod ends, power steering hoses or pipes and power steering fluid, steering oil tank and some hardware for tightening them.

The steering system transforms the steering wheel's movement into a swivelling motion of the road wheels so that the steering wheel rim turns a long way to push the road wheels a short distance. The system enables a driver to use light forces only to steer a heavy car. Hydraulic power steering systems work by multiplying the force applied to the steering wheel inputs on the steered (usually front) road wheels of the vehicle using a hydraulic system. Usually, the hydraulic pressure comes from a rotary vane pump operated by the vehicle engine