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Steering Systems |
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Steering Gear
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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