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Paddy316i
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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 11:12 am

Whenever I lock my wheels either way hard, the engine conks. Only started happening recently as I cutting accross lanes of traffic (scary). Any ideas?
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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 11:16 am

Do you mean full lock ?

Have you got power steering fitted?
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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 12:03 pm

kam-325i wrote:Do you mean full lock ?
I hope not if he was changing lanes. Or have I missunderstood "I cutting accross lanes of traffic"?

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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 12:42 pm

Mine does the same matey, and makes a squeeky noise when on full lock

come on guys any suggestions??
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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 12:43 pm

And yes mine has PAS
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Post Wed Dec 07, 2005 12:52 pm

Have a look at the power steering pump. it may have become stiff/worn, causing the engine to stall. It can also squeak.
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