If your accelerator sticks to the floor, you should:
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Shift to a lower gear.
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Flash your high beams to warn other drivers.
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Pull off the road immediately.
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Shift to neutral and use the brakes.
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Explanation
If your vehicle’s accelerator becomes stuck, follow these steps: Keep your eyes on the road and shift to neutral immediately to disengage the accelerator. Apply the brakes to slow down, while keeping focus on steering. Look for a safe escape path off the roadway, such as an open area, and continue braking until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. Turn off the engine, put on the emergency brake, and activate the emergency flashers.
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