Can a water-damaged steering gear be repaired?

[McAbel]

Yes, if the steering gear is damaged, it must be repaired. If it can be repaired, that's the best option. If not, the entire assembly should be replaced, preferably with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part for guaranteed quality, as this directly affects driving safety. Here is relevant information: Damage impact: If the steering gear fails, it may result in difficult steering, loss of power steering (making steering extremely heavy), complete steering lock (unable to turn the wheel), and indirectly cause abnormal tire wear. Steering gear: The steering gear assists the driver in turning the wheel, reducing the effort required to steer, making driving easier and more convenient. It mainly includes rack-and-pinion steering and worm-and-sector steering. There are generally three types of power steering systems on the market: electric power steering (EPS), hydraulic rack-and-pinion power steering, and electro-hydraulic power steering.