What is steering

steering wheel centering

Glossary “steering wheel centering” Definition:
The procedure of turning both tie-rod couplings equally in the proper direction to correctly position the steering-wheel spokes (clear vision), and placing the steering gears on their high (center) position.

steering wander

Glossary “steering wander” Definition:
Tendency of the steering to pull to the right or left when the vehicle is driven straight ahead on a smooth road surface that may be caused by improper alignment adjustments.

steering pull

Glossary “steering pull” Definition:
Tendency of the steering to gradually pull to the right or left 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 drift.

steering lock

Glossary “steering lock” Definition:
Locking device on the steering column that prevents steering wheel rotation and/or selector lever motion unless unlocked using an ignition key.

steering linkage

Glossary “steering linkage” Definition:
Assembly of tie rods, idler arms, and links that transfer steering motion from the steering gear box to the steering spindles with the rods, pivoting joints, and supporting parts that transfer steering motion from the pitman arm to both knuckle arms.

steering linkage damper

Glossary “steering linkage damper” Definition:
Shock absorber type device that connects the steering linkage to the framework of the vehicle and absorbs some of the road shock and dampens most of the vibrations.

steering drift

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.

steering geometry

Glossary “steering geometry” Definition:
The relationship of the steering linkage and the wheels to the road affected by caster, camber, scrub radius, steering offset, toe in , and toe out.