A car with power steering has broken down with engine damage and must be towed away. What is correct?

When a car with power steering breaks down due to engine damage, its steering mechanism may be affected. The correct answer involves understanding how the power steering system operates.

1. The steering can become considerably heavier without the engine running, making it harder to steer the vehicle. This means that option 1 is correct, as the weight of the steering effort increases for the driver.
2. The steering does not lock up completely, so option 2 is incorrect. The steering remains functional but requires more manual effort.
3. Finally, option 3 is incorrect as the ability to steer is impaired despite the system still allowing you to steer, albeit with difficulty.

Choosing all relevant options helps to capture the full impact of the breakdown according to German traffic rules, ensuring that drivers understand potential hazards when towing such vehicles.