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Old 08-09-2006, 02:27 PM
TeeSter TeeSter is offline
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Default Re: Electric compressor sound

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Originally Posted by WaltPA
I never realized that either.

My other car, has the brakes "powered" by the power steering pump (called "hydroboost"). I just assume that the FEH/MMH used their electric power steering pump do it. I guess not.
They may... I'm not sure. However while you can deal with a second or two of delay on the power steering if you are pulling out.... not having brakes might make you have a bad day. So it pressurizes for anything it thinks MIGHT be someone getting ready to go. Doors opening, unlocking... etc.
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