Does a Leaking Steering Gear Need to Be Replaced?

[ElisaFitz]

Steering gear leakage can be repaired and does not necessarily require replacement. Below is a detailed introduction to steering gear leakage: 1. The most common leakage points in a steering gear: the upper cover of the steering gear, the side end cover, and the steering arm joint. 2. These three components are all sealing parts. Replacing the oil seals and sealing components can resolve this issue. 3. Repairing the steering gear also requires attention to many details, such as ensuring the surface is polished smooth to prevent puncturing the oil seals. Additionally, using original dismantled parts is also an option. 4. Over 90% of steering gear leakage issues are caused by the rubber seals inside the gearbox losing a significant amount of plasticizers and softeners due to prolonged exposure to alternating hot and cold temperatures, leading to corrosion, aging, and hardening.