What Causes the Steering Wheel to Make Abnormal Noises When Turning in Place?

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OTessa
07/25/25 6:36am
It is mainly caused by interference friction between the drive shaft and the dust cover. Below is relevant information about the steering wheel: 1. Introduction: A wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of cars, ships, airplanes, etc. This new design of the steering wheel emerged as needed, introducing a gear system between the driver and the wheels that operates flexibly and effectively isolates intense vibrations from the road. 2. Function: The steering wheel is generally connected to the steering shaft via splines. 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. Using a larger-diameter steering wheel reduces the hand force required from the driver when turning. The steering drive shaft, as a connecting component between the steering gear and the steering shaft, facilitates the standardization of the steering gear, compensates for errors during manufacturing and installation, and makes the installation of the steering gear and steering wheel in the vehicle more rational.
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