What Are the Hazards of Not Straightening the Steering Wheel When Parking?
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Not straightening the steering wheel when parking can cause damage to the steering system and other components. Here are the relevant details: 1. Damage to the steering system: When the steering wheel is not straightened during parking, the wheels pull the steering tie rod, preventing it from returning to its original position. Additionally, the steering wheel's gears and the tie rod's rack remain under stress, which over time accelerates aging or deformation, leading to vehicle misalignment. 2. Damage to the tires: When the steering wheel is not straightened, due to the kingpin inclination angle and the design of passenger car tires with camber, the tires do not rest entirely on the tread but bear force on the shoulder and part of the tread. This accelerates the aging and deformation of the tire sidewalls, potentially resulting in air leakage or blowouts over time.