Symptoms of steering gearbox failure — knocks, free play and leaks — and the diagnosis and repair steps, illustrated with Dodge and Opel examples.
The gearbox is the core of a car’s steering system. It is built to last, but friction and heavy use eventually lead to failure, and catching problems early avoids costly repairs.
- Knocking from the running gear
- Free play in the steering wheel
- Oil leaks from the gearbox
Using Dodge and Opel examples, MSG Equipment outlines the repair process: thorough diagnosis, fault finding on a test bench, disassembly, replacement of failed parts, shaft grinding and a final bench check. The work is best done at a specialist workshop with the right equipment.