TM 9-2320-209-10-1 1. Steering System. The steering system (fig. 2-16) consists of a steering wheel, a helical cam and lever-type steering gear, pitman arm, drag link and tie rods. Turning motion applied to the steering wheel is sent through these components to steer the front wheels. 1. Steering wheel 4. Pitman arm 2. Tie rods 5. Helical cam 3. Drag link 6. Steering gear Figure 2-16. Steering System Component Location. 2-18