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Class 4 Commercial Driver Practice · Question

If your accelerator sticks while driving, what should be your first action to maintain control?

If the accelerator sticks, shifting to neutral disconnects the engine from the wheels, allowing you to brake safely without the engine fighting the brakes.

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Question: If your accelerator sticks while driving, what should be your first action to maintain control?

Answer options:

  • Turn off the engine immediately while in high speed ✅ Shift to neutral and apply the brakes firmly
  • Pump the accelerator pedal repeatedly to loosen it
  • Pull the parking brake as hard as possible while steering

Correct answer: Shift to neutral and apply the brakes firmly

Explanation: If the accelerator sticks, shifting to neutral disconnects the engine from the wheels, allowing you to brake safely without the engine fighting the brakes.

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