2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42
Hydraulic power steering (GUR) is a very significant detail in the design of a modern car. At the moment, almost all foreign cars are equipped with this mechanism. Why are they there, even on domestic cars there is such a device. And some 10-15 years ago, installing a power steering on a VAZ was considered an unattainable luxury and even a fantasy in some way. Now the power steering has become widespread in the world of cars, so today's article will be useful to everyone who has such a device.
GUR is a part whose functions are to reduce the effort that the driver makes when turning the steering wheel of the car. Those who have driven cars with and without power steering noticeably feel the difference in handling. Hands do not get tired at all from the constant “twisting-spinning” of the steering wheel. In addition, this spare part noticeably softens the shocks transmitted from the wheel when hitting pits. Accordingly, the chassis does not wear out so much. Also an important feature of the hydraulic booster is its durability in case of a wheel break on the front axle. In simple words, power steering is a detail,which keeps the vehicle in control of the direction of travel in the event of a sudden flat tire. If a car without hydraulic booster gets into such a situation, it will immediately go into a ditch, especially if the arrow on the speedometer goes off scale to “hundreds”.
The power steering system includes the following number of mechanisms:
- distributor that directs fluid flows in the cavities of the system;
- pump that maintains a given pressure and fluid circulation;
- working fluid, which is necessary to transfer pressure from the pump to the hydraulic cylinder;
- connecting hoses connecting all elements of the system;
- electronic unit that regulates the power steering.
This is all the components of this mechanism. When interacting with each other, they make the car more maneuverable and manageable, and the trip itself - safe and comfortable.
How to increase the life of the hydraulic power steering?
As you know, every mechanism or system requires regular diagnostics and repair. The service life of the hydraulic power steering can be several hundred thousand kilometers. However, this is only possible when the entire power steering system is serviced in a timely manner. The steering rack must always be in good condition, the oil level must be monitored approximately 3-4 times a month. Also, do not forget that the fluid in the power steering system is changed at least once every 6 months. If during the next observation you find that the oil has changed its color, urgentlydrain it and put in a new one. Do not operate the vehicle if there are leaks in the power steering device. And one more thing: check the drive belt tension regularly and adjust it if necessary.
So, we have determined the importance of the hydraulic booster in a modern car, learned its design and ways that can significantly increase the life of this system.
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