Power rack and pinion steering gear operation are being discussed. Technician A says the position of the rotary valve inside the spool valve directs the fluid to the appropriate side of the rack piston. Technician B says during a right turn, fluid is directed to the right side of the rack piston and the rack is moved to the left. Who is correct?

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Both technicians are correct. The rotary valve inside the spool valve directs the fluid to the appropriate side of the rack piston based on the steering input, and during a right turn, fluid is directed to the right side of the rack piston, moving the rack to the left.

Power Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Operation Are Being Discussed