Steering Ratio Quiz

What effect does a lower steering ratio have on the number of turns from lock to lock?

• Fewer turns

• No change

• Larger number of turns

• Depends on the vehicle

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the rack and pinion system?

• High manufacturer costs

• Indirect steering

• Complex construction

• None of the above

What is the main advantage of a variable pitch steering rack?

• It reduces the weight of the vehicle.

• It increases the speed of the vehicle.

• It alters the effort required by the driver to turn the wheels.

• It improves fuel efficiency.

Which part in the diagram is directly connected to the steering pump?

• Fluid reservoir

• Power cylinder left

• Pinion

• Rack

What is the function of the pressure relief and flow limiting valve in the diagram?

• To increase steering effort

• To limit fluid flow and relieve pressure

• To connect the tie rod to the rack

• To house the piston

Which part in the diagram is labeled as the component that houses the piston?

• Rack housing

• Power cylinder left

• Valve sleeve

• Tie rod

Which component in the diagram is labeled as the feed oil radial groove?

• A groove for oil distribution

• A component for steering control

• A housing for the rack

• A part of the tie rod

What mechanism is incorporated in most PAS systems to reduce driver effort?

• Electric motor

• Hydraulic servo mechanism

• Pneumatic pump

• Mechanical gear system

What component redirects fluid pressure in the steering system?

• Control rod.

• Steering wheel.

• Pump.

• Reservoir.

What happens to the steering rack when fluid pressure is redirected?

• It becomes rigid.

• It moves more easily.

• It stops moving.

• It vibrates.