Provisional Permit Flashcards
1
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At an intersection where there is a flashing amber traffic light you must:
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Slow down and proceed with caution?
2
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Identification plates which must be placed in an upright position in front and rear of a motor vehicle must be painted in:
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Black background with white letters and figures or white luminous background with black letters and figures?
3
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What does the law require as regards tinted glass and windshield of vehicles?
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It shall not be so tinted, treated or darkened as to obscure the view of the inside of the vehicle from the outside.
4
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You should under all conditions drive at a speed which will allow you to:
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Stop within a safe distance?
5
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At night when you meet another vehicle with blinding bright lights, the safest thing to do is:
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Look slightly to the left hand side of the roadway?
6
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When descending a steep hill, a good safe driving practice is to:
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Gear down and use motor to assist in braking?
7
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When driving a motor vehicle on the highway at night, you should use low beam headlights (dim lights) when:
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Meeting or following another vehicle?
8
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When a red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection, it means:
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Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow, giving way to traffic on the full green light?
9
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At what age a provisional driving permit for P. Car will be granted?
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17 years.
10
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In Port-of-Spain and San Fernando it is unlawful to reverse:
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Round a corner or junction?
11
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What does T.A.R.E mean?
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The actual weight of the vehicle when unladen, but inclusive of the body, accumulators loose tools, spare wheels and a full supply of water and fuel used for the purpose of propulsion.
12
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Before moving your car from a parked position, you should:
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Check other traffic, signal and pull from curb when it is safe to do so?
13
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If a Traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still in the intersection, which of the following has the right of way?
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The pedestrian.
14
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It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during day-time because:
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You cannot see as far ahead at night?
15
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When approaching a red traffic signal light and a police in uniform motions you to go through, you must:
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Go through at once?
16
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When on streets designed for two-way traffic, you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, what does the law require you to do?
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Pull to the left and stop.
17
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When approaching an intersection where a stop sign faces you, what does the law require you to do?
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Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.
18
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Parking lights may be used:
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For parking only?
19
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What brakes are required by law to be fitted on a motor vehicle?
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Two independent braking system each capable of stopping the vehicle within a reasonable distance.
20
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You are permitted to drive a motor vehicle, other than a motor cycle, under the authority of a provisional permit, provided:
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You have a licensed driver on the seat beside you?
21
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Which of the following has the right of way over all other at an intersection when the signal light is green?
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Pedestrians crossing with the light.
22
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When driving on a dual carriage-way, what does the law require you to do?
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Drive on the left side of the carriage-way except when overtaking.
23
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What is a Dual Carriage-way
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highway with carriageways for traffic travelling in opposite directions separated by lines or a median.
24
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When the driver of another vehicle is about to overtake and pass your vehicle, you must:
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Move to the left and allow such vehicle to pass and shall not speed abreast of the overtaking vehicle?
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Abreast?
Side by Side
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Never change lanes in traffic without:
Giving proper signal and looking to make sure that the move can be made safely?
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Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit allowed in the City, Boroughs, Villages or built-up areas is:
50 kilometres (30 miles) an hour?
27
When your motor vehicle is broken down on the roadway what does the law require you to do?
Immediately remove it as near to the left of the roadway as possible and indicate its presence by lighting or otherwise.
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Except when you intend to over-take and pass another vehicle or when you intend to make a right turn, you should:
Always keep well to the left?
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When driving a motor vehicle, the law requires at all times full control and view, therefore a child should be carried:
On the seat left of the driver or on the rear seat?
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Every accident must be reported to the police when someone is injured or damage done to property:
Immediately to a police in uniform or the nearest police station?
31
How far from a corner or road junction would you park your motor vehicle?
9 metres. Not less than (30 ft.)
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What must a driver do before entering a highway from a private road or driveway?
Give right of way to all vehicles approaching on the highway.
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Every driver of a motor vehicle on the roadway is required by law to keep his driving permit and insurance for the vehicle:
Either on his person or in the vehicle?
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Before leaving your car parked on a down-grade, you should:
Turn your front wheels to the left and set your parking brake?
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A broken centre line on a roadway means you may:
Pass if the way is clear?
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Double white lines in the centre of a roadway mean:
It is unsafe to overtake and pass?
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A flashing red light at an intersection means:
Stop, proceed only when it is safe to do so?
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In Port-of-Spain, San Fernando and Arima it is unlawful to sound your horn:
Between the hours of 9 p.m. to 5.30 a.m.?
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Most automobile skids are the result of:
Driving too fast?
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When filling petrol in the tank of a motor vehicle, what does the law require you to do?
Switch off the engine.
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When does the law require lights on vehicles to be turned on?
Between 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise.
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If the signal light changes from green to amber as you approach an intersection what must you do?
Stop. If stop cannot be made safely proceed with caution.
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When towing a motor vehicle on the roadway the chain, draw bar or rope must not exceed:
4.5 meters? (15 feet)?
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When driving a motor vehicle, traffic or hand signals should be given by:
The driver only?
45
When a constable on point duty gives a traffic control signal to enable any vehicle to proceed in an indicating direction who will have the right of way?
The motorist proceeding in the direction indicated.
46
What offence is committed when someone changes or allows to be used by another person any identification mark or motor vehicle licence?
Fraud.
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In what lane of traffic should you drive when you are going to make a right hand turn on a wide two-way street?
The centre lane.
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When travelling on a highway, the driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry in a house or boat trailer:
Persons?
49
You are required to keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you, at 50 kilometres (30 miles) an hour you should keep at least:
Three car lengths behind the other vehicle?
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Who has the right of way at a round-a-bout?
Those coming from the right.
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It is in order for a driver to overtake:
Where the road ahead is clear from a sufficient distance to enable him to overtake and get back to the left before meeting traffic coming from the opposite direction?
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In one second a car moving at 30 miles (50 kilometres) per hour travels:
13.5 metres (44 feet)?
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How close to a fire hydrant you may legally park?
3 metres (10 feet).
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What is the law as regards the colour of your vehicle?
It must not be in the colour of the protective services.
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In what position on the roadway must you be, before making a right turn from a one-way street?
Close to the right side of the roadway.
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When may you lend your driver's licence?
It is not permitted.
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Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on the highway outside of the City, Boroughs, Villages or built-up area is:
80 kilometres (50 miles) an hour?
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The maximum length of a combination of vehicles must not exceed:
17 metres (55 feet)?
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What projections are allowed on a Motor Vehicle or Trailer?
1.5 metres [5 (five) feet] in front and rear, and not more than 0.3 metres [one (1) foot] on either side beyond the plane of the wheels.
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Who is deemed the "Owner" of a Motor Vehicle?
The person in whose name the vehicle is registered.
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Every motor vehicle and trailer, operating when lights are required must show at the rear:
A red light and white identification plate light?
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In what condition should your vehicle be kept?
The vehicle and all the fittings thereof shall be in such a condition as not to cause, or to be likely to cause, danger to any person on the vehicle or on the public road.
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When carrying excess projection on a Light Motor Vehicle, what is required by law?
Permission from the police officer in charge of the division; and a white flag in the day and a red flag at night, at the rear end of the load.
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Who else, other than a Police Officer and a Transport Officer in uniform can lawfully stop the driver of a Motor Vehicle on the roadway
Any person in charge of a horse or any other animal.
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If a constable or transport officer requests the driver of a Light Goods Vehicle which he suspects to be over-loaded to be taken to the nearest weighbridge for weighing and he refuses, the constable or transport officer can legally:
Arrest the driver without warrant and detain the vehicle at the expense and risk of the owner?
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The load on a light goods vehicle should be:
Properly secured in such a manner to prevent displacement of any portion when in motion?
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How would you determine the weight your light goods vehicle should carry?
Subtract the "Tare" weight from the "M.G.W.".
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If a licensing officer has reason to believe that a motor vehicle does not conform to the provision of the Ordinance or Regulations, and call up the vehicle for inspection at the Licensing Department, the owner may:
Comply as instructed?
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What is considered a light motor vehicle?
M.G.W. of 2950 kilograms (6,500 lbs) and under.
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What is M.G.W?
Maximum Gross Weight
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What does a median do?
reserved area that separates opposing lanes of traffic on divided roadways.
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It is possible to do two different tasks well at the same time.
False
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What is one of the drawbacks to buying a new car?
the price of insurance is higher
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How far away should you be from the steering wheel?
10 to 12 inches
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You are not liable for damage to property next to a street or highway if in a collision.
false
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Which tool does the state use to determine the presence of alcohol in an individual's body?
A breathalyzer
77
It is illegal to coast downhill with the transmission or gears in neutral.
true
78
Risks involved with driving on the highway/freeway include ___
longer breaking distances, limited fields of vision, highway hypnosis.
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what is highway hypnosis( white line fever)?
an altered mental state in which a driver can travel large distances, responding to events in the expected, safe, and correct manner with no memory of doing it.
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What does the heart symbol on a driver license signify?
organ donor
81
Which of these would increase your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning?
running the car in a closed garage
82
The acceleration lane on freeways is used for ________.
entering the freeway
83
Why should you give more space to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists in bad weather?
Bad weather is even more difficult for them
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Why is there an increased risk of hydroplaning on pavement during rainy weather?
Rainwater mixes with road oils, road grease and dirt on the road.
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Hydroplaning
It occurs when water on the road separates your tires from the road, leading to a loss of traction. You'll lose your ability to steer when hydroplaning,
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How do you recover from hydroplaning?
Ease off the accelerator, apply gradual pressure to the brakes, and gently steer in the direction you want the car to go.
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If caught in a hailstorm, what do you do?
pull off the road safely and stop
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Tornado while you're driving, what do you do?
get out of your vehicle and lie in an area below the level of the roadway (ditch). Cover your head with your hands. If you get out of your vehicle, get away from it. DO NOT hide underneath your vehicle
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If you are in a vehicle during a lightning storm
stay inside the vehicle. Your car's metal structure will conduct any charge into the ground and protect you.
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Wind Gusts
strong wind gust could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Ease off the accelerator, adjust your lane position in order to have ample vehicle operating space, keep both hands on the steering wheel
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Hurricanes
They also come with plenty of advance warning, so you don't have any excuse to be caught driving in a hurricane. Move inland and avoid low areas.
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Fog:
your visibility is severely limited. Slow down. Use your wipers, defroster, and low-beam headlights (fog clouds often block high-beam headlights and use of them can actually reduce visibility). Brake carefully. Turn on your hazard lights so cars trailing can see you.
You could also put on some melancholy tunes and pretend you're in a depressing film
93
Snow and Ice
please drive slowly and always bring a charged cell phone in case of an emergency. Consider getting all-weather tires, snow tires
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Ice
drive slowly and increase your following distance. The distance required to stop in ice may be double the stopping distance required in normal weather conditions.
NO SUDDEN MOVEMENTS (avoid fast turns and quick stops). Keep your windows and windshields clean by using the defroster and wipers. Use your low-beam headlights.
If you do need to stop, press and hold firmly to your brake pedal (if you have ABS brakes).
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ABS Brakes
anti-lock braking system - preventing the wheels from locking up during braking, thereby maintaining tractive contact with the road surface
96
Hot Weather
Pay careful attention to your warning lights and temperature gauge. If your temperature gauge approaches the red zone, pull off the side of the road to a safe spot and turn the engine off.
Driving your car with the engine in a high temperature can cause irreparable damage to your engine.
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How long should you wait before opening the hood of a steaming car?
At least 20 minutes after turning the car off
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When opening the hood of your car after it's over heated, what should you do?
face away from the engine incase theres pent-up steam.
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What should you do when opening the radiator?
always use a glove/towel/shirt while twisting the radiator cap. If coolant is low, refill it before driving again. RADIATOR MAY BE EXTREMELY HOT. do not open radiator when the engine is hot. it can blow up in your face.
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What causes vapor lock
hot weather causes the gasoline in your car to turn to vapor, creating vapor lock.
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What does vapor lock do?
it causes the engine to run roughly or stall.
102
Floods:
dont underestimate the power of flood water.
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TADD, what does it mean
Turn Around, Dont Drown
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____ feet of water will carry off pick-up trucks, SUVs, and most other vehicles.
2 feet (0.6096 meters)
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Turn Around, Don't Drown
When approaching a road covered in water, turn around and head in the opposite direction. It's difficult to detect the depth of the water, and a minimal amount water can cause a lot of damage to your driving capability.
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If your vehicle ever stalls in water, what do you do?
get out immediately and head for higher ground. Floodwaters can rise very rapidly, and your safest option is to leave lower ground as soon as possible.
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what to do during engine failure?
hift the gear into Neutral (N), and brake gently. If the power braking is not working, you can carefully use the emergency brake. Once you get safely off the road, turn on your hazard lights, open your hood, and call a tow truck.
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what to do if Blow-out/tire failure
grab the wheel firmly and correct your steering like you would do on slippery roads. When you regain control, brake gently and pull to a safe area off the road.
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what to do if you experience Steering failure:
take your foot off the accelerator and turn on your hazard lights. keep your foot off the brake for as long as possible because braking can cause the car to swerve. When it's safe brake so you can stop.
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in the case of Brake failure
In this situation you should pump your brakes because doing so might give your brake system enough pressure to allow you to stop.
If you need to, gently pull up your emergency brake and shift to a lower gear. Steer your car off road for a safe stop.
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in the case of Accelerator sticking
don't turn off the car because you won't be able to use power steering or your brakes. Instead, put the car in Neutral (N). Brake slowly and steer off the road. Then turn the car off.
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what to do: Headlight failure
turn on your signal lights, hazard lights, and parking lights so you can have light to help you get safely off the road. Do so and call for help.
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what to do: Blocked vision
hood pops up and completely blocks your view. Put on your hazard lights. Roll down your window and pull over using both your mirrors and by looking out the windows.
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what to do: Flooded Engine
Push the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold. Then turn the key and hold it for 5 seconds. If that doesn't work, try it again until it does and then release the accelerator.
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what to do: Fire or smoke
see fire or smoke coming from the hood, turn off the car immediately and get far away from it. I mean it. Far away from it.
You've seen the explosions in the movies. Call the Fire Department because if you try to put it out yourself you'll be putting yourself in extreme danger.
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what to do: Windshield wiper failure:
slow down. It could be nearly impossible to see in heavy weather. Try flipping the switch a few times to see if you can get it to work. If not, roll down your windows and pull over safely.
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what to do: Wet Brakes
brakes might not work if they got wet after driving through high water. Before driving normally again, you need to test that they are back to acting like the brakes you once knew.
You can switch to a low gear and brake lightly every 200 feet. Keep doing this until all is normal in brakeville.
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what to do: Moving the Car Off the Roadway
slow down as much as possible while still on the roadway. Shoulders can be uneven and rough, so it could be easy to lose control, especially at higher speeds.
once slow enough to pull on to the shoulder and have control of the vehicle, signal before doing so, and then come to a complete stop.
Make sure you put on your hazards or use emergency flares if you have some. Call for help and get your car towed ASAP.
