Is it necessary to replace a faulty steering gear?

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LaAdaline
07/29/25 7:38pm
Replacement is not always necessary; repair methods can restore normal functionality. However, repairs should be conducted at a professional service center. Typically, steering gear failures are caused by oil leaks due to aging seals. Below is relevant information about steering gears: The steering gear is the most critical component for vehicle steering and an essential safeguard for driving safety. Vehicle steering systems can be categorized into four types: 1) mechanical steering gear, 2) mechanical hydraulic power steering system, 3) electro-hydraulic power steering system, and 4) electric power steering system. Mechanical steering systems can be further divided into four structural types, including rack-and-pinion steering gears and recirculating-ball steering gears. Currently, many vehicles use electro-hydraulic power steering systems, which overcome the shortcomings of traditional hydraulic power steering systems and no longer rely on belt drives.
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