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A power steering\u00a0system<\/em><\/a><\/strong> is a set of elements which help maintain a vehicle\u2019s direction.\u00a0It adjusts steering wheel precision, allowing driver to maintain control over truck trajectory.\u00a0An essential element in vehicle\u2019s stability, it constitutes with suspension to main stabilization systems.\u00a0Power steering systems are especially important for trucks because they are very sensitive to steering problems. In this article, you’ll find out our maintenance tips for power steering on a truck and more.<\/em><\/p>\n

How does power steering system work?<\/h2>\n

Power steering system\u00a0work when turning or maneuvering.<\/strong>\u00a0The system allows the driver to change truck trajectory through the movements transmitted to steering wheel.<\/p>\n

In the early days of trucking industry, vehicles were not equipped with power steering systems.\u00a0To enable drivers to steer their trucks, engineers fitted them with \u201chand oil.\u201d\u00a0It was not until the\u00a01950s that first trucks with\u00a0hydraulic\u00a0<\/strong>power steering appeared.\u00a0The first in a long series, hydraulic power steering is still valid.<\/p>\n

Indeed, despite arrival of new systems on the market, some manufacturers continue to produce vehicles equipped with a hydraulic steering system.\u00a0Today, the most recent steering systems are equipped with an electric pump.\u00a0The most popular power steering uses a\u00a0rack and pinion system.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition to type of control system, another factor that influences a vehicle\u2019s steering system is\u00a0the number of driven wheels<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The more drive wheels a vehicle has, the more complex its power steering system will be.\u00a0In addition to the two-wheel steering models, there are also four-wheel steering\u00a0models.\u00a0Two-wheel drive vehicles are simpler because only two tires respond to steering wheel controls.\u00a0On the other hand, in the case of 4-wheel steering, all four\u00a0wheels are controlled automatically.<\/p>\n

Why does your truck need to maintain its power steering maintenance?<\/h2>\n

Repair or maintenance of your truck power steering system<\/a><\/strong> is firstly a safety matter.<\/p>\n

Each year, power steering failures cause many road accidents.\u00a0By ensuring your power steering is in good condition, you\u00a0first ensure your safety.<\/strong>\u00a0Because regular maintenance of this system guarantees more flexible steering,\u00a0as well as better driving precision.\u00a0A visit to a truck centre extends the life of your power steering\u2019s parts\u2026therefore saving you money.<\/p>\n

When should maintenance to a trucks power steering be done?<\/h2>\n

Here’s our recommandation tips for power steering maintenance. \u00a0It is recommended to clean power steering circuit\u00a0every 24\u00a0months.\u00a0<\/strong>Which is roughly equivalent to\u00a045\u00a0kilometres on odometer\u00a0<\/strong>(24,000 miles).<\/p>\n

However, you can perform maintenance on your system by strictly following the manufacturer\u2019s recommendations.\u00a0To do this, consult your truck maintenance book.<\/p>\n

Warning signs of a power steering problem<\/h2>\n

If your truck shows the following defect signs, quickly contact our garage for\u00a0front-end steering repair<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n