Steering and Suspension
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Steering
Systems |
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Steering Gear Box |
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Center Link |
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Pitman Arm |
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Idler Arm |
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Tie Rods |
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Rack and Pinion
Assembly |
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Bellows Boots |
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Tie Rods |
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Suspension
Systems |
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Control Arms |
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Ball Joints |
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Springs (Coil or Leaf) |
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Shock Absorbers |
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Struts |
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| The primary function of your cars suspension and steering systems is to allow the wheels to move independently of the car, while keeping it "suspended" and stable. Any play or uncontrolled motion in these systems results in a deterioration of handling and accelerated tire wear. Vehicle alignment is closely tied to the condition of the suspension and steering systems. |
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Steering Systems
Worn or loose components affect the ability to control the toe angle, and may result in a loss of directional stability and accelerated tire wear. The main components of a Conventional system are: |
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Steering Gear Box |
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Center Link |
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Pitman Arm |
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Idler Arm |
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Tie Rods |
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The main components of a Rack and
Pinion steering system are: |
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Rack and Pinion
Assembly |
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Bellows Boots |
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Tie Rods |
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Suspension
System
Worn
or loose components affect the suspension systems
ability to control motion and alignment angles,
resulting in a deterioration of vehicle handling
and stability, and accelerated tire wear. The main
components of the suspension system are: |
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Control Arms |
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Ball Joints |
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Springs (Coil or Leaf) |
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Shock Absorbers |
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Struts |
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