What is a Steering Rack and How Important Is It

A steering rack is an essential part of any vehicle’s steering system. It helps convert rotary motion from the steering wheel into linear motion in order to turn the wheels left or right. The steering rack is made up of two pieces; an inner rack with teeth on its sides and an outer rack with a pinion gear at one end that meshes with the teeth on the inner rack when turned by the driver using their hands on the steering wheel. Knowing how to properly inspect and maintain your steering rack can help ensure safe direction changes when you are driving your car.