What are the symptoms of a faulty steering column?

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KendraFitz
07/30/25 1:17am
The symptoms of a faulty steering column are: the vehicle becomes difficult to control, and steering deviations or misalignments occur easily. Whether on bumpy or smooth roads, when the steering angle is relatively large, a "clicking" sound is emitted, which generally indicates damage to the steering ball joint. If a "clanging" sound is heard from the chassis while driving on bumpy roads, it usually means the stabilizer bar ball joint is damaged. The steering column is the component that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear in the steering system. Through the steering column, the driver transmits torque to the steering gear, enabling the steering gear to achieve steering. Common types of steering columns include hydraulic power steering columns, electro-hydraulic power steering columns, and electric power steering columns, each with different systems.
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