XJ-8L Sedan (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2001)
Steering Gear: Description and Operation
Variable Ratio Steering Rack
Variable Ratio Steering Rack
The variable ratio rack:
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Incorporates teeth of varying pitch and angle of contact, giving a variable pitch circle diameter which is a minimum at the center of the rack and a
maximum at the ends.
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Reduces excessive response to on-center steering inputs during motor way driving.
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Causes the steering action to become progressively more direct as the steering wheel is turned from the center position.
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Allows a low number of turns of the steering wheel from lock to lock.