Typically, the life of a rack and pinion is 100,000 miles to 150,000 miles (about 160,000 kilometers to 240,000 kilometers). However, this does not mean that all vehicles can reach this mileage, and it is possible that wear or failure may occur before or after this.

Specifically, Honda first equipped its North American version of the Honda Accord with a hydraulic power steering system as standard in 1982, which was the time node when Honda first adopted power steering technology on a large scale.

Reasons for noise in the hydraulic power steering system: 1. Insufficient hydraulic oil or oil mixed with air 2. Power steering pump failure 3. Steering rack failure 4. Poor quality or deterioration of hydraulic oil 5. Loose pipes or joints 6. Excessive pressure caused by the steering wheel hitting the bottom

Due to the different viscosities and compositions of the transmission fluid, it may not provide the ideal lubrication required by the power steering system. This will cause increased friction inside the pump and pipes, and long-term use may accelerate wear and shorten the life of the pump.

Common faults of hydraulic power steering are: 1. Hydraulic oil leakage 2. Hydraulic pump failure 3. Steering power reduction or loss 4. Steering wheel vibration or abnormal noise 5. Steering wheel automatic return failure 6. Steering failure or loss of control

BMW's first model equipped with a power steering system was the BMW E3 launched in 1968, also known as the "BMW New Six" series. The E3 series is a model launched by BMW to enter the high-end luxury sedan market, aiming to compete with luxury cars such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Selected innovative model: Citroën 2CV The Citroën 2CV was the first car in the world to use a rack and pinion steering system extensively. The car debuted at the Paris Motor Show in 1948 and became a major highlight of the automobile market at the time.

From the late 1950s to the 1960s, more and more American automakers began to equip their models with power steering systems. During this period, power steering gradually evolved from an optional configuration for luxury models to a standard configuration for mid-to-high-end models.

If the steering rack leaks seriously, the owner may find obvious oil traces under the vehicle or near the steering rack. These oil traces are usually light yellow or amber in color and have a certain viscosity.

Based on the above-mentioned steering systems, the most advanced steering system is undoubtedly the steering-by-wire system (Steer-by-Wire, SbW). The steer-by-wire system is a fully electronic steering system that does not rely on mechanical connections.