Practice question

What is the function of the sector shaft in a recirculating ball steering box system?

To pump steering fluid to the steering gear piston
To convert the rotary motion of the worm shaft into the sweeping motion of the Pitman arm
To connect the steering wheel directly to the driver's seat
To lock the steering column when the key is removed

Answer: B — To convert the rotary motion of the worm shaft into the sweeping motion of the Pitman arm

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