What Causes Steering Column Module Failure?

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IkerRose
07/30/25 2:12am
Detailed causes and solutions for steering column module failure are as follows: Incorrect front wheel alignment: Insufficient tire pressure. Deformation or wear of the steering linkage, overly tight ball joints. Lack of oil in the steering gear, excessive meshing clearance of the steering gear's meshing pair, bearing damage, or excessive preload. It is best to use identical tires, with the minimum requirement that the two tires on the front and rear axles must be the same. Deformation of the safety steering column and flange: Breakage of front coil springs or deformation of the body or frame; bending or deformation of the left and right tie rods, excessive clearance at the hinges. Unequal spring force or excessive deformation of the two front suspension coil springs, requiring professional inspection and repair at a 4S shop. Lack of lubrication in moving parts: Excessive clearance in the ball joints of the tie rods. Lack of lubrication in moving parts. Regularly lubricate the moving parts.
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