You have to put it in neutral and slow down or better yet stop before you shut off the engine.
If you shut off the ignition, the steering wheel will lock when you turn it and it will be a LOT harder to stop without power to the brakes.
Your life is in danger at this point. Blowing the engine should be the least of your worries. If you still have your wits about you and it starts to rev too high, put it in the highest gear you’ve got. 5th or 6th in a manual or 3rd in an automatic.
If you still have your wits about you and it starts to rev too high, put it in the highest gear you’ve got. 5th or 6th in a manual or 3rd in an automatic.
Can’t wait to hear the logic behind your advice.
Wrong, and BullSh!t.
If you turn the key only to the mid point “ACC” position, the motor will shut off without locking the steering column. While steering and braking require more effort without power assist, it's NOT a “LOT harder”!
I can't believe the ignorance on this thread. Don't they teach about what to do in emergency situations in Driver's Ed anymore??? We had to do exactly this behind the wheel so it wouldn't surprise us!