Steering rack

Symptoms of a Broken Steering Gear

Generally speaking, a steering gear doesn't break down very quickly, but it can happen. Several symptoms can indicate a defective steering gear. These may include one or more of the following:

- The steering wheel vibrates while driving;
- Steering is heavier or lighter than usual;
- Wheels are misaligned;
- Power steering fluid is leaking;
- Car drives less stable at high revs;
- The steering wheel doesn't return to its starting position after a turn;

The most common symptoms of a broken steering gear are juddering and jerking with an electric power steering system and leaking power steering fluid with a hydraulic power steering system. If any of these symptoms occur, it's time to repair or replace the steering gear as soon as possible.

Steering Gear Replacement Costs

If the steering gear is defective, you can choose to replace it or have it reconditioned. Unfortunately, the cost of replacing a steering gear is often quite high. This is because it is a relatively expensive car part. The prices for a new steering gear start from a few tens of pounds and can go up to a few hundred or even thousands of pounds. Of course, this depends on the make and model of your car. To reduce costs, you can also always purchase a reconditioned steering gear, which is often cheaper than a new one.

Steering rack

The steering rack is a crucial car part that enables you to steer left or right. This component is located between the wheels. When you turn the steering wheel, the steering rack translates this action into the steering motion of the car. Wear and tear can cause play in the steering rack or lead to power steering fluid leaks. If the steering rack is damaged, it will need replacing. You can quickly and easily find a new one using your registration number at Winparts.

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Supplementary Article/Info 2: Control Unit/Software must be trained/updated
Operating Mode: Electronic
Manufacturer Restriction: AJH
For steering parts manufacturer: ZF
Input shaft connector type: Square
Steering Gear Type: Rack-and-pinion steering gear
Guarantee: 2 years
Length [mm]: 1252
Net weight [kg]: 11,02
Left / right steering: For left-hand drive vehicles
Number of steering wheel turns: 2,8
Always compare old and new part (in particular OE No.)
Height entry stem [mm]: 120