Is it necessary to replace the steering gear if it is leaking oil?
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It is not always necessary to replace the steering gear if it is leaking oil. If the leakage is minor, you can temporarily ignore it and continue driving. However, if the leakage is severe, it is recommended to replace it directly. The solutions for steering gear oil leakage are as follows: 1. Repairing a leaking steering gear requires disassembly. If the disassembly and repair are not performed properly, it may not only fail to fix the issue but also cause more problems. In such cases, it is safer to replace the steering gear directly. 2. Most steering gear oil leaks are caused by the corrosion and aging of oil seals, especially in cars older than three years. Rubber seals harden and age over time, and prolonged exposure to temperature changes can worsen the condition. 3. When seals shrink, harden, and lose elasticity, they start leaking oil. If not replaced in time, prolonged leakage can cause excessive wear and gap in the steering gear rack, leading to noise when steering or driving. In severe cases, it can make steering heavier and result in loss of power steering.