EPS steering columns
Repair of the column with electric power steering
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- Mandatory weekend inspection of each restored unit
- Diagnosis and repair using our own production equipment
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Steering Column: Restoration and Repair in Warsaw
The steering system consists of several parts, and the first one to which the steering wheel is directly attached is the steering column. Despite being fully enclosed within the vehicle's interior and less exposed to aggressive external factors, it can still malfunction. When this happens, steering column repair becomes necessary.
Signs of Steering Column Wear
Modern cars are equipped with two types of columns:
- Mechanical (standard);
- Power-assisted.
The first type includes mechanisms without power assistance or those where electric or hydraulic power steering is installed on the steering rack. In the second type, electric power steering is integrated into the steering column. Therefore, typical column faults can also be divided into mechanical and electrical groups.
Symptoms of malfunction in this unit include:
- Knocking and creaking when turning the steering wheel;
- Play, particularly in the vertical direction;
- Jerking and sticking of the steering wheel;
- Heaviness, increased effort required to turn;
- Yellow or red steering wheel indicator on the dashboard.
When a driver experiences such symptoms, they should check whether the steering column needs regeneration or repair as soon as possible. For this purpose, it is essential to contact a service station that can do this professionally and with high quality - for example, STS.Parts.
Steering Column Restoration Process
The repair of the unit takes place in several stages:
- Initial diagnostics.
- Disassembly and inspection of all components.
- Cleaning of spline connections from corrosion.
- Replacement of bushings and universal joints (if necessary).
- Cleaning of electronic sensor contacts (if present).
- Replacement of the control board (if needed).
- Restoration of electronic settings.
- Testing the column on a bench.
- Assembly and installation in the vehicle.
During the steering column restoration, we use our developed equipment and years of experience in repairing and servicing vehicles of all makes.
Advantages of Steering Column Restoration
The units repaired by us are in no way inferior to new ones in terms of performance and longevity. Moreover, if the manufacturer makes design errors, we will correct those as well. The repair will be carried out in minimal time. If for any reason the steering rack cannot be restored, it will be replaced with a professionally refurbished one from our exchange fund.
Cost of Steering Column Repair
The cost of steering column restoration in Warsaw depends on its condition and the car model. Diagnostic prices start from 130 zloty, and repair from 500 zloty. In any case, restoring the unit will be much more cost-effective than buying a new original. STS.Parts provides a 6-month warranty on all restored units, work performed, and parts used.
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