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Old 12-13-2012, 07:52 PM   #10971
ShnOmac


 
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Originally Posted by Number 3 View Post
It can't lock up your steering any more than a hydraulic assist can. Worst case is you lose power assist. Same as hydraulic.

So you are correct Shno. EPS is not steer by wire.
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Originally Posted by JusticePete View Post
The electric racks are designed to operate without power. If there was a total failure it would involve a mechanical issue. To my knowledge the only drive by wire systems in use are the throttle controls. Brakes and steering are mechanical with vacuum, hydraulic or electric assist.

Perhaps the new #2 can speak with greater authority.
Hmmmm.... well it's good to know I'm not completely off track.

If the issues are really happening as that thread describes he has some really weird issues going on.....

If yall get a chance read the first post in this thread.....
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=265699
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