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Post Tue May 30, 2006 10:54 am

Why is it that the engine labours and revs drop when on full lock? Or is it just mine that does this 8O
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Post Tue May 30, 2006 10:57 am

Because the engine drives the pas pump and when you are on full lock the pump is working its hardest (sp)

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Post Tue May 30, 2006 11:10 am

my 318 did it, the 325 seems happier on full lock. The 318 also had a leak in the power steering system and I had to keep topping it up, probably worth a little check on the PAS oil condition/level etc...
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Post Tue May 30, 2006 11:22 am

Aaah, that makes sense, cheers!
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