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how does a pit maneuver kill the engine
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A PIT (Pursuit Intervention Technique) maneuver is designed to safely end high-speed chases. It involves a police vehicle lightly tapping the rear side of the car being pursued, causing it to spin and come to a halt. However, the act itself doesn’t directly kill the engine. Instead, the abrupt stop usually causes the car's safety systems to engage, potentially triggering the fuel supply cutoff or activating the engine's immobilizer for safety reasons. Modern vehicles are equipped with sophisticated systems designed to minimize damage and protect occupants in a crash, including shutting down the engine automatically. This preventative measure reduces the risk of fire and further injury. The effectiveness of a PIT maneuver and its impact on the vehicle's engine can vary based on the specific model and its safety features.
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