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What are the effects of turning the steering wheel to the lock position?

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DiSophia
07/29/25 3:56pm
The effects of turning the steering wheel to the lock position include: 1. The steering tie rod will be continuously pulled by the wheels, and the gears of the steering system as well as the rack of the tie rod will remain under constant stress, which can lead to part aging over time; 2. The suspension system will be subjected to force in one direction, causing wear to the suspension's control arms and links; 3. Before the steering wheel is returned to the center position, the tire's condition involves the shoulder and part of the tread bearing the load, and prolonged friction can result in air leakage or a blowout. The steering wheel is the wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of vehicles such as cars, ships, and airplanes. Its function is to convert the force applied by the driver to the edge of the steering wheel into torque, which is then transmitted to the steering shaft.
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