Soft End Stops
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The soft end stop feature reduces the level of power assistance shortly before the mechanical end stops are reached. Although the driver will perceive this as increased steering resistance towards full lock, the feature improves the refinement of the system at extremes of lock. In addition, this feature reduces the stresses on the mechanical and electrical components of the steering system.