What does PS mean in Nissan cars?
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PS in Nissan cars refers to the power steering system indicator light. When the PS light illuminates, it indicates a fault in the power steering system. The PS display on the car dashboard is a steering wheel lock indicator. After starting the vehicle, the steering wheel lock light should disappear. If the PS light remains on and the key cannot be turned, gently rock the steering wheel left and right until the light goes off, at which point the key can be turned and the vehicle can start normally. The steering wheel lock is an anti-theft feature of the car. Its working principle is: through key rotation, a spring controls a steel pin. When the key is removed, any movement of the steering wheel causes the steel pin to spring into a pre-drilled hole, locking the steering wheel in place to prevent rotation.
When I drove a Nissan before, I was also curious about what 'ps' stands for. After checking, I found out it actually represents the unit of horsepower, derived from the German term 'Pferdestärke,' which translates to 'horsepower' in English. Although strictly speaking, 1 ps is approximately equal to 0.986 horsepower, in actual car models like Nissan's GT-R or Sentra engine specifications, they often directly label it as 'ps,' which is equivalent to horsepower and affects the vehicle's power performance. Just like the higher the engine power, the faster the acceleration, though fuel consumption may slightly increase. Remember, when buying a car, looking at this parameter can help estimate whether the car has enough power, especially noticeable during long-distance driving or uphill sections. I suggest beginners not be intimidated by the numbers—they can start with models around 150 ps and gradually get used to it. Regular maintenance should also pay attention to engine output, as high-power models require more frequent oil changes. In short, 'ps' is a simple but practical indicator that helps us easily understand a car's performance.
