摘要 |
<p>The steering system includes a locking mechanism (9) acting on the steering column (4) or another part of the steering system. The power steering electric motor provides a torque to turn the steering column to reduce the force applied to the steering lock to zero, enabling it to be automatically unlocked. The steering system includes a locking mechanism (9) acting on the steering column (4) or another part of the steering system. An electric motor (10) providing assistance is associated with a control (12) which receives signals (S2) indicating the status of the ignition key and the vehicle in general. The electric motor provides a torque to turn the steering column, and this acts to reduce the force applied to the steering lock to zero, or nearly zero, thus allowing the unlocking of the steering lock. The control (12) receives a signal emitted by a position sensor detecting the position of the steering column, and a signal from a detector (15) which senses the introduction of the ignition key into the switch, or the use of a magnetic card or other means for starting the vehicle.</p> |