Steering System Fundamentals (8/24/2026)

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What are the 5 functions of the steering system?

  • Provide precise control of the wheel direction.

  • Maintain correct steering effort.

  • Transmit road feel to the driver’s hands.

  • Absorbs most of the road shock going to the steering wheel.

  • Allow for suspension action without affecting the direction of the front wheels.


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Two types steering systems are is use today:

  • Conventional (parallelogram, cross steer, Helgenberger) (Jeep or bigger cars).

  • Rack-and-pinion (most common) (Most common + Bitty Cars)

  • Each may be operated manually or with power assist (Hydraulic or Electric) Modern: Hydraulic → Electric…


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What steering is this?

Conventional Steering

<p>Conventional Steering </p>
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What steering is this?

Rack-and-Pinion Steering

<p>Rack-and-Pinion Steering </p>