Automotive - Steering

Question 1

How is a rock and pinion steering mode to have a variable ratio

Answer 1

By changes in the shape of the teeth from ther centre of the rack towards the ends

Question 2

What are the two main adjustments necessary on recirculating ball type steering boxes?

Answer 2

Input shaft and mesh adjustment

Question 3

State three possible causes of loose steering

Answer 3

loose linkage ball joints, wear or maladjustment of the steering box, and worn idler arm.