Compare steering rack repair quotes from specialist garages in Didcot

The A34 road passes a few miles west of Didcot, providing a link to Oxford, about a 25-minute drive away. The local council has imposed a 20mph speed limit on some streets in Didcot that you might have otherwise expected to be 30mph zones, so it's worth double-checking that you're travelling at the right speed to avoid being fined. The town is served by Didcot Parkway railway station and buses operated primarily by Thames Travel.

Rack and pinion steering relies on a gear set to convert the turning movement of the steering wheel into the motion required to turn the wheels. When this system is combined with power steering, the configuration changes slightly to include a cylinder with a piston in the middle.

Check out this guide for a detailed explanation of how your a car's steering system works.

The three top reasons for a steering rack repair or replacement are cracked rubber lines and hoses, loose connections, and failed seals between the steering column and rack and pinion.

Common signs of a problem include:

• Leaking power steering fluid
• Loose or inconsistent steering
• Vibrating steering wheel
• Wheels not returning to the centre
• Instability on the motorway

If your car has any of these symptoms and the damage is too severe to repair, you may need to book a steering rack replacement. It's best to contact a steering rack specialist for advice.