Get the Best Priced Steering Gearbox Parts

Steering Gearbox

Gears that grate and grind when you turn the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid and high engine temperatures accompanied by the smell of burning oil are all potential signs that something is seriously wrong with your vehicles steering gearbox.

This hard working mechanical device is essential for maintaining steering control and auto maneuverability. Leaks and high temperatures left unchecked can lead to difficulty and even inability to steer effectively, and even lead to damage to surrounding engine parts.

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What is a steering gearbox?

Known casually as simply "the gearbox", this complex set of mechanical parts is responsible for transforming the rotational force you apply to the steering wheel into the force needed to turn the wheels of your car.

In fact, the gears that make up this important piece of equipment actually work to multiply the effects of changes applied to the steering wheel. This allows even a small turn of the cabin wheel to produce a much larger movement of the front steering wheels. In a gear system that is working as it should, this means less muscle needed to make even very sharp turns.

How much does a replacement steering box cost?

The price of a replacement gear box can vary drastically depending on the make, model and year of your vehicle, as well as the stringency of parts testing.

Many available replacement steering boxes are remanufactured, but the level of performance inspection can make a huge difference in price. Most of the gearboxes available on PartsGeek.com fall in the price range of $100 and $400.

What are signs of a faulty steering gearbox?

While well-maintained steering gearboxes often last the life of the vehicle, leaks caused by damage or deterioration can lead to the need to install a replacement.

One sign that your vehicle is having gearbox issues is an especially tight steering wheel. This is often caused by either a loss of hydraulic pressure or unusually high temperatures within the power steering unit.

It may be the case that a simple adjustment or replacement of hydraulic fluid is enough to solve the problem. However, leaks or parts erosion should not be left unchecked. Failure to maintain good levels of power steering fluid can seriously effect your vehicle's drivability. Much worse, the high temperatures and unusual strain put on parts systems can eventually lead to catastrophic failure.

Other important signs to pay attention to are the smell of burning oil or grinding noises when turning.

Why is it important to replace a failing gearbox?

This parts apparatus is crucial to translating the rotation of the steering wheel to a vehicle's maneuverability. That means that a deteriorating steering gearbox can lead to lack of auto control while driving and even complete steering failure. Faulty gearboxes also put extra strain on other parts of the engine, which could lead to even bigger problems down the road.