1. Outline
In automotive suspension systems, the springs used are metallic springs and non-metallic springs
The gears in the steering gear assembly not only steer the front wheels but, at the same time, they act as reduction gears, reducing steering wheel turning effort by increasing the output torque. The reduction Read more What is Manual Steering?
(1) MacPherson strut type
This is the most widely used independent suspension system for the front suspension of small and medium sized cars. This type is also used as the rear suspension of FF cars. Read more Types of independent suspension
1. Outline
Suspensions can be divided into the following two types according to their structures.
(1) Rigid axle suspensions Both wheels are supported by an axle housing or axle beam. Therefore, Read more Automotive Suspension Characteristics
1. Sprung weight and unsprung weight
The body is supported by springs. The weight of the body, etc., which is supported by springs is called the sprung weight. On the other hand, the wheels and axles, Read more Oscillation and Driving Comfort
The suspension connects the body of the vehicle with the wheels, and carries out the following functions:
1.During running, it acts, together with the tires, to absorb and damp the various vibrations, Read more Suspension System
Generally, a power steering system uses the power of the engine to drive the vane pump that generates hydraulic pressure. EHPS is a power steering system that uses a motor to generate the hydraulic pressure Read more What is EHPS (Electric Hydraulic PowerSteering)?
The Engine & ECT ECU is equipped with a built-in self diagnostic system, which allows the technician to easily and quickly locate malfunctioning parts or circuitry during troubleshooting of the ECT. Read more Automotive Function Diagnosis
A rotor rotates within a cam ring secured to the pump housing. There are grooves in the rotor and a vane plate built into the grooves. The outer circumference of the rotor is circular but the inner surface Read more What is a Vane pump?
1. Line pressure optimal control
The ECT uses a throttle position sensor to detect the accelerator opening angle (load) and control the line pressure. The line pressure is controlled by using a linear Read more Other types of Automotive Controls