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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Indonesia
True/false 17 Indonesia 20 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 587
What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

201. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Select reverse gear.
Release the parking brake.
Press the accelerator lightly.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

202. Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

They are recommendations rather than limits.
They apply only when traffic is congested.
They can be ignored when the road looks clear.
✓ They are used to protect people and manage hazards.

Temporary speed limits may be used near roadworks, accidents, events, or dangerous conditions. They help keep traffic safe.

Temporary speed-limit sign at roadworks
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What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

203. What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

Work underneath if the jack appears stable.
✓ Use the correct jacking point and never go underneath a vehicle on a jack.
Use any solid-looking part underneath the vehicle.
Place the jack on soft ground to prevent floor damage.

A jack can slip or fail if it is incorrectly positioned. Secure the vehicle and use additional approved supports before working underneath it.

Vehicle raised at a jacking point for a wheel change
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

204. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Child safety lock.
✓ Central door locking.
Mirror adjustment.
Window lock.

This control operates the vehicle's central door locking system. Pressing it locks or unlocks the vehicle's doors, depending on the current lock state.

Central door-locking control and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

205. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
✓ Main beam.
Rear fog lights.
Front fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

206. Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

It protects you from injury if a vehicle hits you.
✓ It makes you easier for approaching drivers and recovery workers to see.
It allows you to remain close to moving traffic.
It gives you priority when walking beside the road.

High-visibility clothing improves your visibility, especially at night or in poor weather, but you must still remain away from traffic.

High-visibility clothing worn during a roadside breakdown
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

207. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low engine coolant level.
Low washer fluid.
Low tyre pressure.
Engine overheating.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant level is low. Check the coolant level when the engine is cool and refill it with the correct coolant if necessary.

Low coolant-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

208. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

No, only front-seat occupants need to be restrained.
Only if the vehicle does not have rear airbags.
✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.
Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.

Rear-seat passengers should be securely restrained using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate. Proper restraint reduces the risk of serious injury and prevents occupants from being thrown around or forwards in a collision.

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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What should you do before changing lanes?

209. What should you do before changing lanes?

Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.
Speed up and move over before nearby traffic catches up.
Check only the lane directly beside you.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

210. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Drive normally if the vehicle feels stable.
Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.
Increase its pressure to match the other tyres.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

211. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

They could make the dashboard harder to clean.
They could prevent the seat belt from locking.
They could cause the airbag warning light to stay on.
✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

212. What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

Open the door slowly and expect traffic to avoid you.
Signal before opening the door without checking behind.
✓ Check for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles.
Check only the mirror before opening the door.

Before opening a car door, check carefully for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles to avoid causing a collision.

Checking for passing road users before opening a car door
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What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

213. What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

✓ Apply it firmly.
Leave it partly applied.
Release it completely.
Use it only if the engine is running.

When parking on a slope, apply the parking brake firmly to help prevent the vehicle from rolling. Selecting an appropriate gear or Park provides additional security.

Using the parking brake when parking on a slope
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Why are roads especially slippery during rain after a dry period?

214. Why are roads especially slippery during rain after a dry period?

Cold rain quickly reduces the tyre pressure.
✓ Oil, dust, and dirt mix with water on the road surface.
Rain temporarily reduces the weight of the vehicle.
Tyres need time to adjust to a wet road.

After a dry period, oil and dirt can build up on the road. The first rain mixes with them and can make the surface very slippery.

Rain falling on a road after dry weather
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What is the general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Indonesia?

215. What is the general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Indonesia?

2.0 mm.
1.6 mm.
1.5 mm.
✓ 1.0 mm.

The general minimum legal tread depth for car tyres in Indonesia is 1.0 mm. Higher minimums may apply to winter tyres, during winter periods or in winter conditions.

Measuring tread depth on a vehicle tyre
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

216. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

Accelerate sharply as soon as you start passing.
Keep the steering fixed while you move past it.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.
✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

Vehicle passing a large vehicle in windy conditions
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Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

217. Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

It can overheat the engine.
✓ It can cause the windows to mist.
It can switch off the air conditioning.
It can reduce tyre pressure.

Using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions can allow moisture to build up inside the vehicle and increase window misting, especially when the air conditioning is not dehumidifying the air. Switching to fresh outside air can help clear condensation.

Air-recirculation setting and misted vehicle windows
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

218. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Main beam.
Sidelights.
✓ Dipped headlights.
Front fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the dipped headlights are switched on. Dipped headlights illuminate the road ahead while limiting glare for other road users.

Dipped-headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

219. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Charging-system warning.
Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
✓ Service or maintenance required.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What normally happens to cruise control when you press the brake pedal?

220. What normally happens to cruise control when you press the brake pedal?

The parking brake is applied.
The selected speed increases.
✓ Cruise control is cancelled or temporarily disengaged.
The accelerator pedal locks in position.

Pressing the brake pedal normally cancels or temporarily disengages cruise control, returning speed control to the driver.

Brake-pedal operation to disengage cruise control
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

221. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Airbag system warning.
Seat-belt reminder.

This symbol indicates a possible fault in the airbag or supplementary restraint system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the system should be checked because one or more airbags or seat-belt pretensioners may not operate correctly in a collision.

Airbag-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

222. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

Ride side by side even when traffic cannot pass safely.
✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.
Ride as close together as possible to stay as one group.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

223. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Parking assistance.
Automatic emergency braking.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

Parking-assistance symbol on the dashboard
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

224. What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

Switch between cruise control and the speed limiter.
Apply or release the parking brake.
✓ Increase or decrease the selected cruising speed.
Change the transmission gear.

When cruise control is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected cruising speed. The amount of each adjustment can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the cruising speed
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How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

225. How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

With the shoulder belt placed behind the back.
Using only the lap section of the seat belt.
✓ With the lap belt low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest.
With the lap belt positioned across the abdomen.

During pregnancy, a three-point seat belt should be worn correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips, below the abdomen, while the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and to the side of the abdomen. The belt should fit snugly and should not be placed behind the back or under the arm.

Seat-belt positioning during pregnancy
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

226. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It improves braking on steep roads.
It makes the trailer easier to control.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

227. What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

Switch on the hazard lights before entering.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.
✓ Use the correct lights and keep a safe distance.
Stop and wait until the tunnel is clear.

When entering a tunnel, use the correct lights, keep enough distance, and stay alert for slower traffic.

Vehicle approaching a road tunnel
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How should you leave a broken-down vehicle when traffic is passing nearby?

228. How should you leave a broken-down vehicle when traffic is passing nearby?

Get out immediately without checking for traffic.
Stand beside the vehicle before moving away.
✓ Use the door furthest from moving traffic when it is safe to do so.
Leave through the door nearest moving traffic.

Leaving through the side away from traffic reduces the risk of being struck by a passing vehicle.

Leaving a broken-down vehicle away from passing traffic
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What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

229. What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

✓ Check all around, signal, and enter only when there is a safe gap.
Check your mirrors only and pull out if they look clear.
Signal and expect approaching traffic to slow down.
Pull out as soon as there is enough space for your vehicle.

Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and build up speed safely without causing approaching traffic to brake suddenly.

Vehicle preparing to rejoin traffic after a breakdown
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How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

230. How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

By increasing air recirculation.
✓ By removing moisture from the air.
By opening the windows automatically.
By heating the rear window directly.

Using the air conditioning can help demist the windows because it removes moisture from the cabin air. Directing this drier air towards the windscreen can clear condensation more quickly.

Air-conditioning controls used to demist the windscreen
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

231. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat heating.
✓ Seat adjustment.
Steering-wheel adjustment.
Mirror adjustment.

This control adjusts the position of the seat. Depending on the vehicle, it may move the seat forwards or backwards, raise or lower it, or change the backrest angle.

Control for adjusting the driver's seat
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

232. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Brake-pad wear warning.
Low tyre pressure.
Parking brake applied.
ABS fault.

This symbol indicates that the brake pads may be worn and should be inspected. Continuing to drive with excessively worn brake pads can reduce braking performance and damage other brake components.

Brake-pad wear warning symbol on the dashboard
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How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

233. How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

✓ Apply pressure progressively.
Use the parking brake instead.
Pump the pedal repeatedly.
Press it as hard as possible immediately.

For normal braking, apply the brake pedal progressively and smoothly. As the vehicle comes to a stop, easing the pressure slightly can help avoid a sudden jerk.

Progressive brake-pedal pressure for a smooth stop
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What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

234. What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

To apply the service brakes.
✓ To release the handbrake mechanism.
To unlock the steering.
To select reverse gear.

To release a manual handbrake, pull the lever up slightly, press and hold the release button, then lower the lever under control.

Release button on a manual handbrake lever
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How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

235. How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

On the rear carrier without securing it for a short trip.
As high as possible to keep it away from the wheels.
On one side of the bicycle to leave the other side clear.
✓ Securely, without affecting steering, braking, or balance.

Loose or badly positioned luggage can interfere with control, become caught in the wheels, or hide bicycle lights.

Luggage carried on a bicycle
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What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

236. What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

Shift into neutral and let the vehicle roll freely.
Accelerate between bends to reduce brake use.
Switch off the engine to help slow the vehicle.
✓ Select a lower gear and stop safely to allow the brakes to cool.

Continuous braking can cause overheating and reduced braking performance. A lower gear provides engine braking and reduces demand on the brakes.

Vehicle descending a hill with overheating brakes
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What should you do before driving down a long, steep hill?

237. What should you do before driving down a long, steep hill?

Select a higher gear to reduce engine resistance.
✓ Reduce speed and select a suitable lower gear.
Rely mainly on continuous braking to control speed.
Coast in neutral to save fuel.

A lower gear helps control your speed and reduces the amount of continuous braking needed on a long descent.

Vehicle approaching a long, steep descent
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Why should you make sure drivers have seen you before crossing?

238. Why should you make sure drivers have seen you before crossing?

✓ To reduce the risk of stepping into their path.
Eye contact means the driver must stop for you.
Making eye contact gives you priority.
Once a driver sees you, no further checks are needed.

Before crossing, make sure approaching drivers have noticed you and that it is safe to proceed. Do not assume that a driver will stop simply because you have seen each other.

Pedestrian checking whether an approaching driver has seen them
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Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

239. Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

To prevent the tunnel lights from becoming too bright.
To keep the windscreen from misting.
To reduce tyre wear inside the tunnel.
✓ To improve visibility and help other road users see you.

Tunnel lighting may be much darker than daylight. Dipped headlights help you see and make your vehicle more visible.

Vehicle using dipped headlights before entering a tunnel
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Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

240. Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

Vehicles require more engine power on bridges.
Steering works less effectively above water.
✓ They are often exposed to stronger gusts.
Bridge lighting makes it harder to judge speed.

Bridges are often open and exposed, allowing strong winds to affect vehicles more suddenly.

Exposed bridge in strong wind
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Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

241. Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

To reduce braking distance.
To make the power steering work better.
✓ To maintain control if the vehicle is pushed.
To improve tyre grip.

A firm but relaxed grip helps you respond safely to sudden changes caused by wind.

Driver holding the steering wheel during strong gusts
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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

242. You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

✓ True.
False.

Seat belts reduce the risk of serious injury and should be worn on every trip, even short ones.

Driver wearing a seat belt for a car journey
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

243. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.
Accelerate through the rain to clear it more quickly.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

244. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-temperature warning.
✓ Engine-management warning.
Charging-system warning.
Diesel particulate filter warning.

This symbol indicates a fault detected by the engine-management or emissions-control system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the vehicle should be checked according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-management warning symbol on the dashboard
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

245. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
They make steering more responsive in heavy rain.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

246. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

While braking firmly on the rails.
With the motorcycle leaning sharply.
By accelerating hard as the front wheel reaches the rail.
✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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What does pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally do?

247. What does pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally do?

Activate the hazard warning lights.
Switch on the front fog lights.
✓ Flash the main-beam headlights.
Switch on the dipped headlights.

Pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally flashes the main-beam headlights. This briefly illuminates the main beam while the stalk is held or operated.

Lighting stalk used to flash the main-beam headlights
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What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

248. What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

✓ Whether the vehicle's speed is suitable for the lower gear.
Whether the headlights are switched on.
Whether the parking brake is applied.
Whether the steering wheel is centred.

Before selecting a lower gear, make sure the vehicle's speed is suitable for that gear. Selecting too low a gear at excessive speed can cause harsh engine braking and place unnecessary stress on the drivetrain.

Selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle
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What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

249. What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

✓ Do not ignore it. Identify the fluid and arrange an inspection if necessary.
Assume a small leak is harmless condensation.
Ignore it if no warning light is showing.
Wait until the vehicle develops another problem.

Clear water from air conditioning can be normal, but oil, coolant, fuel, transmission fluid, or brake fluid may indicate a fault requiring urgent attention.

Fluid leaking underneath a parked vehicle
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What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

250. What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

Apply the parking brake slightly.
✓ Position your right foot over the brake, ready to press it.
Press the brake and accelerator together.
Rest your foot lightly on the brake while driving.

To cover the brake, move your right foot over the brake pedal without pressing it, so you are ready to brake quickly if a hazard develops.

Right foot positioned over the brake pedal
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