When making an emergency roadside stop, drivers should:
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Slam on the brakes and steer in the direction you want to go.
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Set the parking brake and remove the keys.
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Activate the emergency flashers before pulling over to the side of the road.
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Signal and move as far away from traffic and onto the roadside shoulder as far off the road as possible.
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Explanation
When making an emergency roadside stop, signal to indicate your intention to stop and move as far away from traffic as possible. Pulling onto the roadside shoulder helps create a buffer zone between your vehicle and passing traffic, reducing the risk of a collision.
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