MTEL Technology and Engineering

Correct Response: C. One common form of automobile steering system is the rack and pinion system. In this type of steering system, a small round gear on the end of the steering column engages a long flat toothed rack gear. This system converts the rotational motion of the steering column to the linear motion of the rack. As the car is steered, the rack moves to the left and to the right. Linkages from the rack pivot the front wheels to steer the car. Rack and pinion gears are not commonly used in the support (A), suspension (B), or braking (D) systems.