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VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEMS
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The document on this Reference CD will provide you with the knowledge necessary to develop the skills for servicing and maintaining steering systems.  Information is provided on the fundamentals and inspection procedures for wheeled vehicle steering systems.

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VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEMS
US Army Ordnance Center and School
(54 pages)

Fundamentals of Steering Systems

Principles of Steering
    Fifth Wheel Steering
    Ackerman Steering

Construction and Operation of Mechanical Steering Gears and Linkages
    Steering Linkage
    Steering Gear
    Worm and Sector Steering Gear
    Worm and Roller Stearing Gear
    Cam and Lever Steering Gear
    Worm and Ball Nut Steering Gear
    Rack and Pinion Type
    Four Wheel Driving and Steering

Principles of Wheel Alignment
    Caster
    Camber
    Kingpin Inclination
    Toe-In
    Toe-Out

Inspection Procedures for Mechanical Steering Systems
    Introduction
    Common Steering Problems
    Steering Gear Inspection

Practice Exercise
Answers to Practice Exercise


Fundamentals of Power Steering

Construction and Operation of Power Steering Systems
    Pump
    Reservoir
    Control Valve
    Gear Box
    Hydraulic Cylinder
    Operation
    Configurations

Inspection and Troubleshooting Procedures for Power Steering Systems
    Troubleshooting
    Inspection
    Isolating Faults

Practice Exercise
Answers to Practice Exercise


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