Babyt 4th Gear November 1, 2009 Share November 1, 2009 Is it true that it is not wise to turn steering wheel when car is not moving but engine is on? even when doing 3/4 turn, we need to pump some momentum to the car before turning? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boyboy 1st Gear November 1, 2009 Share November 1, 2009 bad for ur steering components. unless u are in a very tight spot and have no choice, at least inch forward or backward while turning the wheel by alot. if u ever drove a car without power steering (or PS spoilt), u will know what i'm talking about. the effort needed to turn the steering is greatly reduced when the car is moving, even if it's under 1km/h. the problem with electric power steering is that the motor assistance can be VERY strong. so even when the car is stationary, it feels almost effortless turning the steering. but u are still creating stress and wear n tear to the components. hydro PS is 'better' in this sense, the assistance is more linear. but whatever the case, it also depends on how the manufacturer tunes the steering feel. i still remember in driving sch, the instructor said not to do this cos will 'spoil the road'. he should have said 'will spoil the car' then i might have listened. as if i care abt the tarmac Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happily1986 5th Gear November 1, 2009 Share November 1, 2009 you're stressing the pinion and rack and long term-wise, possibly screwing the alignment Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zouking Neutral Newbie November 2, 2009 Share November 2, 2009 I think will spoilt the tires faster also since your are rubbing it hard against the ground Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie 2nd Gear November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 Is it true that it is not wise to turn steering wheel when car is not moving but engine is on? even when doing 3/4 turn, we need to pump some momentum to the car before turning? I experienced once that I parked already then turned the steering wheel all the way to one side on a hill top in Malaysia. Later when I tried to start the car, my steering wheel is totally jammed and I can't move my car. It took me quite a long time to finally un-jam it by exerting great force to turn it back to the centre. After this lesson, I dare not stop engine then turn the steering wheel all the way to one side. Regards, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 Is it true that it is not wise to turn steering wheel when car is not moving but engine is on? even when doing 3/4 turn, we need to pump some momentum to the car before turning? It depends on what type of steering your car is equipped with. For hydraulic power steering, it's straining the hydraulic oil pump. FYI the steering pump is connected via pulley with belt powered by your car's engine. For electrical assisted power steering, it will be the electric motor. It's also important to align the wheels to point straight when parked. Such that when you start up the car you won't put much strain on the pump or motor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maneater Neutral Newbie November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 (edited) I experienced once that I parked already then turned the steering wheel all the way to one side on a hill top in Malaysia. Later when I tried to start the car, my steering wheel is totally jammed and I can't move my car. It took me quite a long time to finally un-jam it by exerting great force to turn it back to the centre. After this lesson, I dare not stop engine then turn the steering wheel all the way to one side. Regards, Your situation is called steering wheel lock. Nothing wrong with your car. It happens when you turn the steering wheel after you pulled out the ignition key. cheers. Edited November 3, 2009 by Maneater Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 like 1 bro mentioned above, that's the steering wheel lock. just need to turn ignition to on, shake shake your steering wheel a bit, then it will unlock liao.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ngck 3rd Gear November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 like 1 bro mentioned above, that's the steering wheel lock. just need to turn ignition to on, shake shake your steering wheel a bit, then it will unlock liao.. i thought should turn the reverse way? wait double crank how? later i go try.. only happen to me once or twice when i first got my car... panic and call friend for help... hahaha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 when u first turn, the key will be at ACC, 2nd turn will be at ON, this is where all the warning lights come on and go off if there's no problem. after that you turn the key again to crank. note that after you crank, the key will go back to ON position. are u sure u drive a car? or is your car too sophisticated to have all this simple things? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ender Hypersonic November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 (edited) Latio is to turn 45 degree clockwise unitl click sound to lock the steering column when engine off (ignition to lock). To disengage the lock, turn clockwise a little and hold there, now the ignition is free to unlock to switch on, steering column by now is unlocked.. Guess most car should work this way.. Edited November 3, 2009 by Ender Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sirex Neutral Newbie November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 Is it true that it is not wise to turn steering wheel when car is not moving but engine is on? even when doing 3/4 turn, we need to pump some momentum to the car before turning? Confirmed not advisable. For high end conti make, your steering column sensor is at stake! And the damage is Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tingshen Clutched November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 this one macam old saying.....I guess the newer technologies are OK, but it's always a good practice to turn with little movement of your car. It's all about "skills"..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamslacker Neutral Newbie November 3, 2009 Share November 3, 2009 It won't break so easily. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic November 4, 2009 Share November 4, 2009 Confirmed not advisable. For high end conti make, your steering column sensor is at stake! And the damage is Of course lah. High end conti makes are usually heavy cars, turning the wheels with little or no movement put a lot of strain on the steering system and their engineers even put a sensor to monitor it. LOL... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xspace 1st Gear November 4, 2009 Share November 4, 2009 That's a traditional wheel lock man... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mzrmazda3 6th Gear November 4, 2009 Share November 4, 2009 (edited) I experienced once that I parked already then turned the steering wheel all the way to one side on a hill top in Malaysia. Later when I tried to start the car, my steering wheel is totally jammed and I can't move my car. It took me quite a long time to finally un-jam it by exerting great force to turn it back to the centre. After this lesson, I dare not stop engine then turn the steering wheel all the way to one side. Regards, That's the steering lock You'll jus have to insert your key into your ignition, turn the key to ignition (Not starting the engine) & slightly turn the steering wheel a bit & it will be release Edited November 4, 2009 by Mzrmazda3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windwaver Turbocharged November 4, 2009 Share November 4, 2009 Is it true that it is not wise to turn steering wheel when car is not moving but engine is on? even when doing 3/4 turn, we need to pump some momentum to the car before turning? Yup, not good but I see a TON of drivers doing it anyway ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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