What Causes the Steering Wheel to Make a Clicking Sound When Turned to Full Lock?
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The reasons for the steering wheel making a clicking sound when turned to full lock are: 1. Excessive clearance in the rack of the steering gear; 2. Excessive clearance in the universal drive assembly; 3. Damaged pressure bearing of the shock absorber; 4. Dirty or deteriorated hydraulic oil, leading to reduced lubrication performance; 5. Damaged power steering pump. The solutions to fix the clicking sound when the steering wheel is turned to full lock include: 1. Adjusting the clearance in the rack of the steering gear or the universal drive assembly; 2. Inspecting and replacing the pressure bearing of the shock absorber; 3. Promptly replacing the hydraulic oil; 4. Checking the working condition of the power steering pump. Steering wheels can be categorized into single-spoke, dual-spoke, triple-spoke, and four-spoke designs. Their function is to convert the force applied by the driver on the edge of the steering wheel into torque, which is then transmitted to the steering shaft.