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Which of the following must NOT be done when brakes fail while driving?

Correct answer

  • Downshift to a lower gear to reduce speed.
  • Pump the brake pedal to restore brake pressure.
  • Stop the vehicle by colliding head-on into a solid object.

Explanation

If your brakes fail, pump the brake pedal. Pumping might temporarily restore enough brake fluid pressure to slow or stop your vehicle. Downshift to a lower gear. This uses the braking power of the engine to slow your vehicle. As a last resort, rub the wheels against a curb to reduce speed. If a collision is unavoidable, steer for a sideswipe rather than colliding head-on into something solid.

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