Steering -- Lancer Evolution: Overview Mitsubishi Lancer X

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1. The steering wheel has three spokes. All vehicles are equipped with SRS (Supplemental Restraint System).
2. The steering column has a shock absorbing mechanism and a tilt steering mechanism.
3. The steering system uses a vane oil pump with a fluid flow control system, so that steering effort varies with engine speed.

INTRODUCTION TO POWER STEERING DIAGNOSIS

Hydraulic power steering is used for all vehicles. Faults in the power steering can include excessive play of the steering wheel, difficult steering wheel operation, noise, vibration, and oil leaks, etc. Possible causes of these faults can include defects in the gear box, oil pump or steering linkage.