If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should:
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Accelerate.
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Steer left.
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Pump your brakes.
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Steer right.
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Explanation
If your vehicle starts to skid on a wet or icy road, ease off the accelerator, stay off the brakes and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, turn the wheel to the left.
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