Steering 2 L1

Rack & Pinion steering is also known as:

• Direct

• Indirect

• Non-reversible

• Parallelogram

Rack & Pinion is more complex and uses more components than Steering box.

• True

• False

What does the rack and pinion system do

• Converts rotational into linear motion

• Converts heat into energy

• Uses an idler shaft to mirror prop arm

• Use a cam and peg arrangement

The inner (middle) gears of a rack are closer together, for a quick response?

• True

• False

What is the purpose of a ball joint

• Allow linkage to swivel freely

• allow only vertical movement

• Allow only horizontal movement

• not allow any adjustment

What is the advantage of Rack & Pinion steering

• Less components, less weight.

• Allows use of bigger steering wheel

• Wheels cannot 'bump' steering wheel

• can be used in RHD cars

What is purpose of flexi joint

• Absorbs small road vibration

• Allows steering wheel to collapse

• Allows steering column angle change

• Return wheels to straight ahead

What type of steering system is pictured?

• Rack & Pinion

• Steering box

• Armstrong

• MacPherson