What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
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Pull the steering wheel back.
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Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
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Pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers.
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Try pumping the gas pedal to increase pressure.
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Explanation
If your wheels move off the pavement, immediately ease your foot off the gas pedal, brake gently, and grip the steering wheel with both hands. Once your vehicle has decreased in speed, check that the road behind you is clear, and then carefully turn back onto the pavement.
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