What should you do if your brakes fail on a steep downgrade?

Look for an escape ramp. Section 2.16: Look for an escape ramp or escape route. This is the safest way to stop a runaway vehicle.

What should you do if your brakes fail on a steep downgrade?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "Pump the brake pedal" is not correct. Look for an escape ramp or escape route. This is the safest way to stop a runaway vehicle.
  • B. Correct. Look for an escape ramp or escape route. This is the safest way to stop a runaway vehicle.
  • C. Incorrect. "Turn off the engine" is not correct. Look for an escape ramp or escape route. This is the safest way to stop a runaway vehicle.
  • D. Incorrect. "Shift into neutral" is not correct. Look for an escape ramp or escape route. This is the safest way to stop a runaway vehicle.