What Causes the Squeaking Sound in a Car's Steering Wheel?
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The causes of a squeaking sound in a car's steering wheel are: 1. Excessive clearance in the steering gear rack and pinion; 2. Excessive clearance in the universal drive assembly. The specific cause should be determined by listening to the sound, as such abnormal noise may also be related to the shock absorber pressure bearing. The steering wheel is a wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of cars, ships, airplanes, etc. 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. It mainly consists of a skeleton, foam, and the corresponding mounting clips or screw holes for the driver's airbag (DAB). The steering transmission shaft, as a connecting piece between the steering gear and the steering shaft, facilitates the standardization of the steering gear, compensates for errors during manufacturing and installation, and ensures a more reasonable installation of the steering gear and steering wheel in the vehicle.