Marine Parts Information — Volvo Penta SX Power Steering Cylinder

Volvo Penta SX Power Steering Cylinder Information Information on the Volvo Penta SX Power Steering Cylinder    The Volvo Penta SX power steering cylinder is intended to reduce steering effort while also assisting in turning the drive unit. It is both hydraulically and mechanically operated. When you turn the steering wheel, an actuator valve on the steering cylinder moves. This causes the hydraulic pressure to be directed to assist with steering effort. While you turn the wheel by hand, the cylinder assists you by directing hydraulic pressure to the cylinder, which turns the drive unit. The steering wheel's mechanical steering...