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Difficulty: MediumStuck Gas Pedal and Power Steering Failure

While approaching a red light on an urban road, a driver releases the gas pedal, but the vehicle continues to accelerate because the throttle is mechanically stuck. Which sequence of actions should the driver perform first to safely bring the vehicle under control?

  1. Shift the transmission into neutral, apply steady pressure to the brakes, and steer safely off the roadway.Answer
  2. B
    Turn the ignition switch to the locked position immediately to shut down engine power while coasting in lane.
  3. C
    Pump the brake pedal rapidly while keeping the gear selector in drive to overpower the engine thrust.
  4. D
    Shift the gear selector directly into park to lock the drive wheels and engage the parking brake.

Answer

Shift the transmission into neutral, apply steady pressure to the brakes, and steer safely off the roadway.
The correct response requires disengaging the engine from the drive wheels by shifting to neutral first, applying constant braking force, and steering to a safe stop area off the roadway.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Disengage engine power from wheels
Shift the vehicle transmission into neutral so engine acceleration no longer pushes the car forward.
Neutral disconnects engine torque from the drive axle while preserving power steering and power brake assistance.
2
Control speed with constant braking
Apply smooth, firm, and steady pressure to the brake pedal.
Constant braking brings the vehicle down to a manageable speed without locking up the tires.
3
Clear the active traffic lanes
Signal intent, look for an open lane or shoulder, and guide the car safely off the road before stopping and turning off the engine.
Clearing traffic prevents secondary rear-end collisions from following vehicles.

Key Concept

Stuck Accelerator Emergency Response Sequence
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