If a tire suddenly goes flat while you are driving, you should:
|
Apply the brake firmly and stop.
|
|
|
Immediately pull over to the side of the road and come to a complete stop.
|
|
|
Slow down gradually. Do not apply the brake.
|
|
|
Pump the brake pedal 5-7 times until the vehicle stops.
|
Explanation
If a tire goes flat while you are driving, don't panic. Hold the steering wheel tightly, slow down gradually, take your foot off the gas pedal and avoid using the brakes. Pull over to the side of the road once your speed has decreased and come to stop in a safe place.
Answer Statistics
🟠 This question is challenging — 42.6% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Handling Driving Emergencies
When you must park on the roadway, you should:With conventional brakes, the correct way to stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost and the car slides is by pumping the brakes.
If your vehicle's accelerator sticks open while you are driving, you should immediately:You should honk your horn when you:What should drivers do in case of a brake failure?If your vehicle has a mechanical problem, you should:If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should:With conventional brakes, the correct way to stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost and the car slides is:If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, the driver should slow down by easing off the accelerator, then gently steer back onto the pavement.A thumping sound can be a warning:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: