Why is the steering gear so heavy?

[VonTimothy]

The steering gear is heavy due to deformation of the steering knuckle arm, or lack of oil or damage to the steering knuckle thrust bearing. Function of the steering gear: The steering gear, also known as the steering box, is the most important component of a car's steering function. The steering systems currently installed in cars can generally be divided into mechanical steering gears, mechanical hydraulic power steering systems, electro-hydraulic power steering systems, and electric power steering systems. Symptoms of steering gear damage: Difficulty in returning the steering wheel to its original position or a slow return speed indicates a malfunction in the return function, which usually occurs in the mechanical part of the steering system. If the car tends to drift to one side when driving on a cambered road, it is likely that a mechanical component of the steering gear is loose or broken.