General Knowledge · Question 122

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If your accelerator pedal sticks and the engine keeps accelerating unexpectedly, what should you do?

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Correct answer to question 122 (General Knowledge): Shift to neutral or press the clutch, and brake to slow the vehicle while steering to a safe stop

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Taking the engine out of drive, either with the clutch or shifting to neutral, removes the stuck throttle's effect on the wheels, letting you brake and steer to a controlled stop.

Updated: November 2026

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