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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Chile
True/false 17 Chile 24 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 591
What should you do if you approach slow-moving farm machinery?

351. What should you do if you approach slow-moving farm machinery?

✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when safe.
Overtake as soon as the road becomes slightly wider.
Overtake even if the vehicle is signalling to turn.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.

Farm machinery may be wide, slow, or turn unexpectedly. Keep distance and only overtake when you have a clear view and enough space.

Vehicle approaching slow-moving farm machinery
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What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

352. What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

Keep the main beam on unless the other driver flashes you.
Flash the main beam briefly before passing.
✓ Switch to dipped headlights.
Reduce speed but leave the main beam on.

Main beam can dazzle other road users and reduce their visibility. Switch to dipped headlights whenever your main beam could dazzle another driver.

Headlight glare affecting another road user
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

353. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To adjust the belt height.
To lock the seat in position.
To tighten the shoulder belt.
✓ To release the seat belt.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

354. Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

To prevent your headlights from overheating.
Because tunnels usually have a poor road surface.
✓ You need enough space to react if traffic slows or stops.
Because vehicles ahead cannot see you in their mirrors.

Limited space and visibility can make incidents inside tunnels especially dangerous. A safe gap gives you more time to react.

Gap between vehicles travelling through a tunnel
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Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

355. Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

✓ A tram or bus may approach quickly.
Cars always have priority over trams and buses.
These lanes are usually free from moving traffic.
You only need to check for traffic from one direction.

Check carefully before crossing or entering a tram or bus lane. Trams cannot steer around obstacles, and both trams and buses may need significant distance to stop.

Traffic crossing a lane used by public transport
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What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

356. What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

Pump the brake pedal repeatedly.
Accelerate briefly to stabilise the vehicle.
✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.
Steer quickly toward the side of the road.

A tyre burst can make the vehicle unstable. Hold the wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking or steering, and slow down gradually.

Vehicle tyre damaged by a sudden blowout
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

357. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Airbag-system warning.
✓ Seat belt not fastened.
Brake-system warning.
Door open.

This symbol is a seat-belt reminder. It indicates that the driver or another detected occupant has not fastened their seat belt.

Seat-belt reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when driving near animals?

358. What should you do when driving near animals?

Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.
Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.
Move closer so you can pass before they react.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

359. What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

Drink coffee before driving.
Eat something and wait a short while.
Drive only if you do not feel drunk.
✓ Do not drive and arrange a sober form of transport.

Alcohol can impair judgement, coordination, vision, and reaction time. A sober driver, taxi, public transport, or an overnight stay is the safer choice.

Alcohol consumption and the decision not to drive
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Why should an unused roof rack or roof box be removed?

360. Why should an unused roof rack or roof box be removed?

✓ It can increase aerodynamic drag and energy use.
It increases tyre pressure.
It makes the steering wheel harder to turn.
It reduces the vehicle's braking power.

An unused roof rack or roof box increases aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. Removing it when it is not needed can reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Roof rack or roof box fitted to a vehicle
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Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

361. Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

It reduces the grip of the tyres.
✓ You may not hear traffic or warning sounds.
It makes bicycle lights less effective.
It makes the bicycle harder to balance.

Hearing approaching vehicles, bells, horns, and other warning sounds is an important part of staying aware.

Cyclist listening to music near traffic
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Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

362. Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

✓ Objects may fall onto the road.
The vehicle must stop whenever the load shifts.
The vehicle must always travel at a lower speed.
Loose loads give the vehicle priority when changing lanes.

A poorly secured load can fall or shift suddenly. Keep extra distance and avoid following too closely.

Vehicle carrying an unsecured load ahead
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What should you do if the vehicle consistently pulls to one side?

363. What should you do if the vehicle consistently pulls to one side?

✓ Check the tyre pressures and have the steering, alignment, and brakes inspected.
Reduce pressure in the tyre on the opposite side.
Keep driving and correct the steering as needed.
Increase speed to see if the vehicle straightens.

Persistent pulling can be caused by incorrect tyre pressure, wheel misalignment, suspension wear, or a braking fault. It should not be ignored.

Vehicle pulling to one side while travelling
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Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

364. Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

It will always charge the vehicle too quickly.
It prevents the charging port from closing afterwards.
✓ It may overheat because it is not designed for continuous high-power charging.
It prevents the vehicle from locking while charging.

An ordinary household extension lead may not be designed for the sustained electrical load required for EV charging and can overheat. Use suitable approved charging equipment and follow the vehicle and charging-equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Extension lead used for electric-vehicle charging
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

365. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

True.
✓ False.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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What does this vehicle-control button operate?

366. What does this vehicle-control button operate?

The parking brake.
The hazard warning lights.
✓ The engine or drive system.
The automatic start-stop system.

The engine start/stop button is used to start or switch off the vehicle's engine or electric drive system. Starting the vehicle normally also requires the brake or clutch pedal to be pressed.

Engine start/stop button in a vehicle
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Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Chile?

367. Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Chile?

✓ Yes.
No.

Motorcycle riders in Chile are generally required to wear an approved helmet.

Motorcyclist wearing a protective helmet
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What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

368. What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.
Reverse back the way you came.
Ignore the temporary signs if your lane is still open.
Merge without checking if traffic is moving slowly.

Observe the temporary signs, adjust your speed, and merge safely according to the traffic situation and local rules.

Temporary traffic-lane closure ahead
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Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

369. Why should a motorcyclist avoid riding in another vehicle's blind spot?

The motorcycle's brakes may become less effective.
The vehicle ahead must always change lanes.
✓ The driver may not be able to see the motorcycle.
The motorcycle will use more fuel.

Motorcycles can be difficult to see, particularly when they remain in another vehicle's blind spot. Avoid staying alongside a vehicle where the driver may not see you, and choose a position where you are more likely to be visible.

Motorcycle in another vehicle's blind spot
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What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

370. What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Press the horn.
✓ Return the indicator control to its neutral position.
Leave it flashing until the next turn.

Direction indicators often cancel automatically after a turn, but if an indicator remains on, return the indicator control to its neutral position so you do not mislead other road users.

Returning the indicator stalk to its neutral position
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

371. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.
Parking assistance.
✓ Lane-departure warning.

This symbol relates to the lane-departure warning or lane-keeping system. The system monitors the vehicle's position within its lane and may warn the driver if the vehicle begins to leave the lane unintentionally.

Lane-departure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

372. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Use it as a permanent replacement if it looks undamaged.
Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.
Drive normally if the vehicle feels stable.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

373. What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

✓ Have it inspected and replaced before relying on it.
Wear the belt loosely to reduce strain on it.
Cover the damaged section and continue using it.
Use it normally if the buckle still locks.

A damaged seat belt may not provide proper protection in a collision. Frayed webbing, damaged buckles, faulty retractors, or other defects should be professionally inspected and repaired or replaced before the seat belt is relied upon.

Frayed or damaged seat-belt webbing
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What should you do if you realise you have put the wrong fuel in your vehicle?

374. What should you do if you realise you have put the wrong fuel in your vehicle?

✓ Do not start the engine, and seek assistance.
Add the correct fuel and continue driving.
Start the engine and drive slowly to use the fuel.
Drive until the fuel warning light comes on.

If you have used the wrong fuel, do not start the engine. Starting it can circulate the incorrect fuel and cause further damage. If possible, avoid switching on the ignition and seek appropriate roadside or workshop assistance.

Fuel nozzle and the risk of misfuelling
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What should you do if traffic stops inside a tunnel?

375. What should you do if traffic stops inside a tunnel?

✓ Stop at a safe distance and follow signals or instructions.
Reverse toward the tunnel entrance.
Make a U-turn and leave the tunnel.
Drive onto the pedestrian walkway.

Remain calm, keep space from the vehicle ahead, and obey traffic signals, signs, or instructions from tunnel staff.

Traffic stopped inside a road tunnel
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What should you do if EV charging equipment becomes unusually hot or smells burnt?

376. What should you do if EV charging equipment becomes unusually hot or smells burnt?

Pour water over the equipment to cool it.
✓ Stop the charging session, keep clear, and report the fault.
Cover the equipment to contain the heat.
Continue charging at a lower power setting.

Unusual heat, a burning smell, smoke, sparks, or repeated charging faults can indicate an electrical problem. Stop using the charging equipment if it is safe to do so, keep clear of anything damaged or overheating, and report the fault or seek appropriate assistance.

Faulty electric-vehicle charging equipment
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Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

377. Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

✓ To keep control of the vehicle.
To prevent other vehicles from overtaking.
To make the bend easier to see from a distance.
To make the steering feel lighter.

Sharp bends reduce your view and can make the vehicle harder to control, so you should slow down before entering the bend.

Vehicle approaching a sharp bend
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What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

378. What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

Let it roll backwards and try again.
Switch off the engine and restart immediately.
Open the door and step out.
✓ Apply the brake, secure the vehicle, and restart carefully.

Stop the vehicle under control, apply the parking brake if necessary, and prepare to move away again safely.

Vehicle rolling backwards on a steep incline
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Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

379. Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

Wait close beside the vehicle where drivers can see you.
✓ In a protected place well away from moving traffic.
Wait just behind the vehicle away from the traffic lane.
Wait in the traffic lane until help arrives.

Move passengers, children, and pets away from the carriageway. On high-speed roads, wait behind a safety barrier where possible.

Passengers moving away from a broken-down vehicle
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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

380. You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

False.
✓ True.

Seat belts reduce the risk of serious injury and should be worn on every trip, even short ones.

Driver wearing a seat belt for a car journey
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

381. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly in the direction you want to travel.
Accelerate sharply to regain traction.
Press the brake pedal hard and hold it.
Steer rapidly from side to side.

Avoid sudden braking or steering. Look where you want to go and use gentle controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle skidding on an icy road
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What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

382. What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

Sound your horn and continue driving.
Swerve immediately into the opposite lane.
✓ Brake firmly and be prepared to stop.
Flash your lights instead of slowing down.

Children can act unpredictably. Brake firmly, stay alert, and be prepared for more children to follow.

Child entering the road ahead of a vehicle
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What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

383. What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

Drive closely beside the bus to prevent it moving out.
Accelerate and pass before the bus moves out.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to let it move out when safe.
Ignore the signal until the bus starts moving.

Buses may pull away after picking up passengers. Slow down, check the traffic situation, and allow space when it is safe.

Bus signalling to pull away from a stop
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What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

384. What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

Open the bonnet fully to find where the fire started.
Stay inside the vehicle while waiting for assistance.
✓ Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate everyone, and call the emergency services.
Keep driving slowly until you find a safer place to stop.

Move everyone well away from the vehicle and call emergency services. If the fire is small and it is safe to do so, use a suitable fire extinguisher. Opening the bonnet fully can supply additional oxygen and cause the fire to intensify.

Vehicle with a fire breaking out
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Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

385. Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

✓ No, they may only increase alertness temporarily.
Yes, if the journey is less than one hour.
Yes, if you use several of them together.
Yes, but only during daylight.

Coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music may make you feel more alert for a short time, but they do not remove fatigue. If you are too tired to drive safely, stop somewhere safe and get proper rest.

Stimulant drinks and driver tiredness
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

386. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Electric window control.
Window lock.
Child safety lock.
Central door locking.

This control operates the vehicle's electric windows. Pressing or pulling the switch lowers or raises the corresponding window.

Switch for operating an electric window
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

387. What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

Open the coolant cap to release the pressure.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.
Keep the engine running so the cooling system keeps working.
Pour cold water over the engine immediately.

Steam can indicate an overheated and pressurised cooling system. Do not remove the coolant cap while the system is hot.

Steam rising from underneath a vehicle's bonnet
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

388. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Switch on the hazard lights while refuelling.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.
Leave the engine running to protect the battery.
Increase the engine speed before removing the fuel cap.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

Vehicle at a pump before refuelling
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

389. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

Use whichever markings give you the shortest route.
Ignore markings and follow only the vehicle ahead.
✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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What should you do before leaving a motorway?

390. What should you do before leaving a motorway?

Wait until the exit begins before checking your mirrors.
Cross several lanes at the last moment.
Signal only after entering the exit lane.
✓ Check your mirrors, signal in good time, and enter the exit lane safely.

Plan your exit early, move into the correct lane safely, and reduce speed after entering the exit road where appropriate.

Vehicle preparing to take a motorway exit
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What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

391. What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

Sound your horn to encourage them to cross faster.
✓ Wait patiently and let them finish crossing.
Drive around them if there is enough room.
Move forward slowly to show that you are waiting.

Some pedestrians may need more time to cross. Stay patient, keep a safe distance, and do not pressure them.

Pedestrian crossing the road slowly
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Why should you reduce speed in fog?

392. Why should you reduce speed in fog?

To reduce fuel consumption.
To reduce vehicle emissions.
✓ Because you have less time to react to hazards you cannot see.
To prevent moisture from entering the engine.

Fog can hide obstacles, pedestrians, and other vehicles. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

Fog limiting a driver's view ahead
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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

393. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

✓ Move aside if possible, use hazard lights, and call for assistance.
Reverse toward the tunnel entrance if traffic is light.
Stay in the traffic lane and wait without using hazard lights.
Make a U-turn and drive toward the nearest exit.

If possible, stop in an emergency bay or another safe place and use the hazard lights. Contact tunnel control using an emergency telephone or other available assistance system, and follow the tunnel signs and instructions.

Broken-down vehicle inside a road tunnel
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Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

394. Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

R (Reverse).
✓ P (Park).
N (Neutral).
D (Drive).

Select P (Park) when parking an automatic vehicle. Park locks the transmission, but the parking brake should also be applied to secure the vehicle.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

395. What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

✓ More animals may follow.
Wild animals normally cross roads one at a time.
The road is likely to remain clear.
The animal will usually return the same way.

Many animals travel in groups. Slow down and continue watching both sides of the road.

Wild animals crossing a road
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How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

396. How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

✓ Use approved towing points and a method permitted by local rules.
By attaching a rope to the bumper.
Without checking the steering or brakes.
With nobody controlling the disabled vehicle.

Incorrect towing can damage the vehicle or cause loss of control. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and local rules, and use professional recovery when the correct procedure is uncertain.

Disabled vehicle being towed
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Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

397. Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

P (Park).
R (Reverse).
✓ D (Drive).
N (Neutral).

Select D (Drive) for normal forward driving in a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The transmission then selects the appropriate gear automatically.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

398. What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

Drive slowly on the damaged tyre to the next exit.
Repair the tyre beside the traffic lane using hazard lights.
✓ Move to a protected location if possible and call for professional recovery.
Stop immediately and change the tyre where you are.

Changing a wheel close to high-speed traffic is extremely dangerous. Move away from traffic and use professional assistance.

Vehicle stopped with a flat tyre on a high-speed road
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

399. What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

Change the transmission gear.
Apply or release the parking brake.
Switch between cruise control and the speed limiter.
✓ Increase or decrease the selected cruising speed.

When cruise control is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected cruising speed. The amount of each adjustment can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the cruising speed
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What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

400. What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

Keep the accelerator pressed.
Select reverse gear.
✓ Select neutral and release the clutch.
Keep first gear selected with the clutch pressed.

During a longer stop, selecting neutral and releasing the clutch can reduce unnecessary strain on the clutch release mechanism. Keep the vehicle securely held with the brake or parking brake as appropriate.

Neutral gear selection during a longer stop
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