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Old 04-15-2011, 12:19 PM   #40 (permalink)
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The engine is still turning while you're engine braking, so even if you turn the key off, you'll still have both brakes and power steering.

And in case you're going to nit pick about the post not specifically referring to engine braking, re read the thread title.
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