Vehicle Malfunctions and Roadway
Emergencies (6.4) Exam Q&A 100%
Solved
On the road, things don't always go as planned. Vehicles can... -
✔✔...malfunction and collisions can occur. As a driver, you may not be able
to predict circumstances beyond your control, but you can be prepared to
deal with them.
Brake Failure - Steps to get you to safety: - ✔✔1.) pump the brakes:
repeatedly press the brake pedal all the way down. If your brakes failed
because they lost fluid pressure, pumping the brakes can rebuild this
pressure long enough for you to slow down the vehicle and pull over.
2.) if the brakes don't respond after you pump them for a few seconds,
downshift into the lowest available gear. This will take advantage of engine
braking, forcing your wheels to turn more slowly.
3.) after pumping the brakes and downshifting, gradually apply the parking
brake in an attempt to smoothly slow your vehicle down.
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, 4.) if your vehicle still won't come to a stop, carefully scrub your wheels
against the curb, or the side of your vehicle against the guard rail, to slow
down and avoid a collision. If a collision is unavoidable, aim for something
softer, like a bush instead of a tree. Steer away from pedestrians and
occupied vehicles if at all possible.
Stuck Accelerator: - ✔✔This malfunction is fortunately rare, but the most
common cause is the floor mat, so make sure your floormat fits snugly and
is not likely to get snagged on the accelerator. If so, ditch it! And shoes:
don't wear strap he shoes when you drive, it's a good idea to keep driving
shoes in the car.
1.) kick the accelerator to dislodge it. If that doesn't work, try to pry it up or
to the side with your foot. Never reach down with your hand while driving!
2.) shift to neutral
3.) Break normally and pull onto the shoulder gradually. Remember, if you
have ABS, press steadily and hold the brake down.
4.) do not turn off the ignition. You will lose power steering and other vital
electronic functions.
Tire Blowout: - ✔✔A tire blowout tends to happen very suddenly, and be
caused by a rough road or a sharp object, or from overheating.
1.) grip the steering wheel very firmly.
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Emergencies (6.4) Exam Q&A 100%
Solved
On the road, things don't always go as planned. Vehicles can... -
✔✔...malfunction and collisions can occur. As a driver, you may not be able
to predict circumstances beyond your control, but you can be prepared to
deal with them.
Brake Failure - Steps to get you to safety: - ✔✔1.) pump the brakes:
repeatedly press the brake pedal all the way down. If your brakes failed
because they lost fluid pressure, pumping the brakes can rebuild this
pressure long enough for you to slow down the vehicle and pull over.
2.) if the brakes don't respond after you pump them for a few seconds,
downshift into the lowest available gear. This will take advantage of engine
braking, forcing your wheels to turn more slowly.
3.) after pumping the brakes and downshifting, gradually apply the parking
brake in an attempt to smoothly slow your vehicle down.
1
©NINJANERD 2025/2026. YEAR PUBLISHED 2025.
, 4.) if your vehicle still won't come to a stop, carefully scrub your wheels
against the curb, or the side of your vehicle against the guard rail, to slow
down and avoid a collision. If a collision is unavoidable, aim for something
softer, like a bush instead of a tree. Steer away from pedestrians and
occupied vehicles if at all possible.
Stuck Accelerator: - ✔✔This malfunction is fortunately rare, but the most
common cause is the floor mat, so make sure your floormat fits snugly and
is not likely to get snagged on the accelerator. If so, ditch it! And shoes:
don't wear strap he shoes when you drive, it's a good idea to keep driving
shoes in the car.
1.) kick the accelerator to dislodge it. If that doesn't work, try to pry it up or
to the side with your foot. Never reach down with your hand while driving!
2.) shift to neutral
3.) Break normally and pull onto the shoulder gradually. Remember, if you
have ABS, press steadily and hold the brake down.
4.) do not turn off the ignition. You will lose power steering and other vital
electronic functions.
Tire Blowout: - ✔✔A tire blowout tends to happen very suddenly, and be
caused by a rough road or a sharp object, or from overheating.
1.) grip the steering wheel very firmly.
2
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