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What is the purpose of steering gear?

05-12,2025

Steering gear is a core component of a vehicle steering system. It converts the driver’s  steering wheel operations into the steering actions of wheels. It directly affects maneuverability, safety, and driving comfort of the vehicle.

Functions of a steering gear:

1.Direction control: 

The core function of the steering gear is converting the driver's steering wheel operations into the turning movements of the front wheels. It ensures that the front wheels turn as intended during operation of the steering wheel, thus allowing the vehicle to travel according to operation instructions.

2.Easier control:

The steering gear provides a mechanical amplification effect. With such effect, the driver only needs to apply a small force to control the front wheels when they have turned to a large angle. The control is particularly easier at low speeds or during parking.

3.Guaranteed operation accuracy and stability:

The steering gear accurately transmits the input of the steering wheel to the front wheels, thus preventing deviation and ensuring smooth and responsive steering of the vehicle. During high-speed drives, it helps maintain stability and coordination ability of the vehicle.

4.Auxiliary steering (power assistance):

Most modern cars are equipped with a hydraulic or electric power steering assistance system. The steering gear works in conjunction with the power assistance system to reduce the force required for steering, making it easier for the driver to turn the steering wheel and reducing fatigue.

5.Safety assurance:

The steering gear is crucial for vehicle safety. A failed or broken steering gear may cause steering difficulties or loss of control, and affect driving safety. Therefore, a normal steering system should be able to effectively respond to unexpected driving situations.

vika PQ35 steering gear

Advantages of vika PQ35 steering gear:

1.Production line: The vika PQ35 steering gears are manufactured by supporting OEM factories.

2.Quality assurance: All products have received dynamic balance and performance testing, which leads to consistent high quality.