What is the reason for loose steering gear and abnormal noise when driving on rough roads?

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Loose steering gear and abnormal noise when driving on rough roads indicate damage to the steering gear. Maintenance of the steering gear: It is necessary to check whether the intermittent movement of the outer tie rod ball joint of the steering gear is normal and whether the movement of the inner tie rod ball joint gap of the steering gear is normal. If any abnormality is found, simply replace the tie rod ball joint; there is no need to replace the entire steering gear. However, if the internal rack has significant play, replacement is the only option. Causes and maintenance of abnormal noise when driving on rough roads: The buffer rubber pads in the suspension components may crack due to prolonged use, leading to metal-to-metal contact and resulting in noise. In this case, the front suspension components need to be replaced. If the shock absorbers are too old and leaking oil, they may produce abnormal noise, requiring replacement at a repair shop. The rubber bushings of the stabilizer bar may become hard in winter due to cold weather and deteriorate over time. Since they are rubber products, they require frequent replacement. If abnormal noise occurs in winter, it is generally not a major issue.