What are the effects of turning the steering wheel to the lock position on a car?
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The effects of turning the steering wheel to the lock position on a car include: 1. Damage to the clutch plate: The engine delivers power to the front wheels. When the steering wheel is turned to the lock position, the engine needs to output a significant amount of power to drive the vehicle. At this point, the vehicle is in the starting phase, and the clutch cannot fully engage, which can harm the clutch. 2. Shortened lifespan of the universal joint: When the steering wheel is turned to the lock position, the universal joint is subjected to greater pressure, reducing its lifespan. 3. Damage to the power steering system: Continuously turning the steering wheel to the lock position causes the hydraulic oil passing through the power pump to heat up rapidly, putting the power pump under high load, which may damage the power steering system.