Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

What will happen if the power-assisted steering system fails?

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The steering mechanism will lock

The steering will become hard to turn

The tyres will wear more

The steering will become very loose

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The steering will become hard to turnThis was the right answer

Most power steering systems only work when the engine is running. If the power steering system fails (or the engine cuts out), much more effort will be needed to steer the vehicle.

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Car vehicle-safety questionsReviewed guidance summary · A power-assistance failure can make steering much heavier; stop safely and have the fault checked rather than assuming normal control.

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