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Why would car cut off when making turns?

1. Low power steering fluid:

Low power steering fluid can cause the steering wheel to become difficult to turn, which can lead to the engine stalling if you're making a sharp turn.

2. Faulty power steering pump:

A faulty power steering pump can cause the steering wheel to lose power assist, which also makes turning difficult and could cause the engine to stall.

3. Worn-out CV joint:

Worn-out CV joints can cause a clicking or popping noise when you turn, and they can also lead to the engine stalling if they're severely worn.

4. Loose or damaged serpentine belt:

The serpentine belt drives the power steering pump, so if it's loose or damaged, it can cause the steering pump to not receive enough power, leading to a stall.

5. Fuel injector problems:

Faulty fuel injectors can cause the engine to stall, especially when you're making a turn, because the engine needs more fuel to make a turn than it does when driving straight.

6. Faulty ignition switch:

A faulty ignition switch can cause the engine to stall when you turn the key, because it's not sending the proper signal to the engine.

7. Vacuum leaks:

Vacuum leaks can cause the engine to stall, especially when you're making a turn, because the engine needs vacuum to operate properly.

8. Faulty throttle position sensor:

A faulty throttle position sensor can cause the engine to stall when you make a turn, because the sensor is not sending the proper signal to the engine about how much throttle is being applied.