What should you do if your brakes fail and youd don't have ABS?
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Pull the steering wheel back.
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Hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it.
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Turn on your cruise control.
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Pump the brake pedal hard and fast to increase pressure.
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Explanation
If your brakes fail while driving and you don’t have anti-lock brakes (ABS), try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure. Shift to a lower gear, and apply the parking brake slowly while holding down the release button to prevent your tires from locking and your vehicle from skidding. You can also try rubbing your wheels against the curb to slow down your vehicle, or pull completely off the road into an open space.
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