The performance of a repaired power steering rack depends on the quality of the repair and the severity of the problem. In some cases, the repair may not fully restore the original performance of the rack, especially when the internal mechanical parts are already severely worn.

HPS racks are more common in large vehicles and some high-performance models that focus on driving experience. These types of vehicles have high requirements for the durability, reliability and steering feel of the steering system, and the HPS system has obvious advantages in this regard.

The power steering rack is connected to the steering gear and steering wheel, and is responsible for converting the driver's steering instructions into actual steering actions of the wheels. Traditional mechanical steering requires a lot of force, while the power steering makes steering easier.

Damage to the power steering rack may affect the flow of power steering fluid. Under normal circumstances, the fluid circulates in the system to play a lubricating and cooling role. If the power steering rack is damaged, the fluid may not flow properly, causing localized temperature increases.

The wear of the rack may cause the meshing between the rack and the pinion to no longer be smooth, or even gaps or abnormal contact. Especially when driving on bumpy roads, the vibration of the vehicle will aggravate this wear, causing the power steering rack to make a "clicking" sound.

Normally, the rack of the power steering rack should not move excessively. The purpose of the rack design is to fix the steering rack so that it can move smoothly during the steering operation and provide assistance to the driver through a hydraulic or electric power system.

After turning off the power, it is recommended to wait a few minutes to ensure that the electric steering system is completely powered off. This step is critical to the smooth progress of the reset process and ensure that the electronic control unit (ECU) inside the system no longer retains any cache or error codes.

If the noise comes from the front of the vehicle, especially near the wheel or chassis, and is accompanied by hydraulic hum, gear jamming, or hydraulic oil leakage, the problem is most likely with the power steering rack or power steering system.

Use a funnel to slowly pour the appropriate amount of power steering stop-leak fluid into the reservoir. Usually, the stop-leak fluid will start to work after mixing with the existing power steering fluid. Be careful not to pour too much stop-leak fluid to prevent the fluid level in the power steering rack from being too high.

Replacing the power steering rack is a technically demanding project involving multiple steps and details, requiring professional equipment and experienced technicians. The first step in replacing a power steering rack is to remove the steering system components. This includes removing the steering column, steering wheel, steering linkage, and power steering pump.