Glossary “steering drift” Definition:
Tendency of the steering to gradually drift to either side when the vehicle is driven straight ahead on a smooth, level road surface, generally caused by improper caster or camber or an under-inflated tire. Also known as steering pull.

Glossary “steering damper” Definition:
Device that reduces or eliminates road shock and vibration.

Glossary “steering column shift” Definition:
An arrangement where the transmission shifter is mounted on the steering column.

Glossary “steering column” Definition:
Tubing through which the steering shaft mounts and rotates, providing a surface for the mounting of the hazard switch, turn signal switch, ignitions switch, and transmission selector or shifter.

Glossary “steering brake” Definition:
A braking system that provides separate control for the left and right rear wheels as an aid in steering around curves and/or correcting a pull to either side in some off-road vehicles.

Glossary “steering box” Definition:
General term used for the steering mechanism at the end of the steering column.

Glossary “steering axis inclination” Definition:
(SAI) The angle of a line through the center of the upper strut mount and lower ball joint in relation to the true vertical centerline of the tire, viewed from the front of the vehicle.

Glossary “steering axis” Definition:
The vertical line through the centerline of the upper and lower pivot or ball-joints on a steered wheel.

Glossary “steering arm” Definition:
An arm that is attached to the steering knuckle that turns the knuckle and wheel for steering.

Glossary “steering angle sensor” Definition:
Sensor that provides an electrical steering angle sensor signal to a control module. Used to determine the direction of the turn, as well as the speed of the steering wheel rotation.