Question 548 · Car theory test
How would hydraulic power steering be affected if an engine stalled in slow-moving traffic?
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Correct answer
The steering would become heavy and difficult to operate.
Official explanation
Hydraulic power steering is operated by a pump, which is driven by the engine. If the engine stalls, the pump stops working, and the steering becomes heavy and requires much more effort to turn.
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