Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Steering Gear: Description and Operation
GEAR
DESCRIPTION
A rack and pinion steering gears is made up of two main components, the pinion shaft and the rack. The gear cannot be adjusted or internally serviced.
If a malfunction or a fluid leak occurs, the gear must be replaced as an assembly. If a boot seal becomes damaged, the steering gear must be removed
to replace the boot seal
OPERATION
The steering column shaft is attached to the gear pinion. The rotation of the pinion moves the gear rack from side-to-side. This lateral action of the
rack pushes and pulls the tie rods to change the direction of the front wheels.
