What are the symptoms of a broken truck steering column?
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Steering wheel shaking, sticking, misalignment, and delayed steering response. Below are specific details about the related information: Symptoms of a broken steering column: Turning the steering wheel feels very loose, heavy, and laborious; the vehicle's direction becomes unstable and tends to drift; the steering wheel's free play increases; returning to center becomes difficult; abnormal noises occur when turning the steering wheel at low speeds or while stationary, with noticeable vibration felt in the steering wheel. While driving, tire noise increases with a humming sound, and a "thud" noise is heard when driving over speed bumps or rough roads. Function of the steering column: Transmits the driver's steering torque from the steering wheel to the steering gear. The upper part is fixed to the steering wheel, while the lower part connects to the steering gear. The steering shaft passes through the steering column tube and is supported by bearings and bushings inside the tube.