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Traffic rules
Czechia
True/false 17 Czechia 35 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 642
What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

301. What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

Follow the vehicle ahead closely across the tracks.
✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the tracks completely.
Cross quickly before the warning signals activate.
Enter the crossing and wait for traffic to move.

Never enter a railway crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely. If traffic ahead is blocked, wait before the crossing so you cannot become trapped on the railway.

Congested traffic beyond a railway crossing
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What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

302. What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

✓ The selected maximum speed.
The following distance.
The engine idle speed.
The transmission gear.

When the speed limiter is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected maximum speed. The exact adjustment steps can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the speed limiter
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How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

303. How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

It affects braking distance only on wet roads.
✓ It increases the distance needed to stop.
It decreases the distance needed to stop.
It has no effect if the brakes are in good condition.

As speed increases, the vehicle travels farther while the driver reacts and requires more distance to brake. This means the total stopping distance increases significantly as speed rises.

Vehicle speed and the distance needed to stop
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

304. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.
No, only front-seat occupants need to be restrained.
Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.
Only when travelling on motorways or at higher speeds.

Rear-seat passengers should be securely restrained using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate. Proper restraint reduces the risk of serious injury and prevents occupants from being thrown around or forwards in a collision.

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

305. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air conditioning.
✓ Cabin temperature adjustment.
Seat heating.
Cabin fan speed.

This control adjusts the temperature of the air supplied to the cabin. Turning it towards the blue side lowers the selected temperature, while turning it towards the red side raises it.

Control for adjusting the cabin temperature
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Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

306. Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

The reservoir needs fluid only when the windscreen is visibly dirty.
Plain water always cleans the windscreen just as well.
✓ It helps remove dirt, salt, insects, and spray from the windscreen.
Any household cleaning product can be used instead.

A clear windscreen is essential for safe observation. Suitable washer fluid helps clean the glass and may provide protection against freezing in cold conditions.

Windscreen washer-fluid reservoir in a vehicle
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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

307. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

Stand beside the vehicle while waiting for help.
Sound the horn continuously to warn other drivers.
✓ Move to a safe place, use hazard lights, and stay clear of traffic.
Stay close to the vehicle so other drivers can see you.

If your vehicle breaks down, make it visible and get yourself away from moving traffic. Safety comes before repairing the vehicle.

Broken-down vehicle beside a busy road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

308. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Main beam.
✓ Sidelights.
Dipped headlights.
Front fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the sidelights, also known as position or parking lights, are switched on. They help make the vehicle visible to other road users but provide little illumination of the road ahead.

Sidelight indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

309. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Drive only for short distances.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drink coffee before driving.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

310. What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

✓ To position the vehicle seat belt correctly on the child.
To move the child closer to the front seats.
To allow the child to sit without wearing a seat belt.
To make the child high enough to see through the windscreen.

A booster seat raises and positions a child so the vehicle seat belt fits correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips and the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and shoulder, rather than the neck or abdomen.

Child seated in a booster with a vehicle seat belt
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What should you check before starting a long journey?

311. What should you check before starting a long journey?

Only the dashboard warning lights.
Nothing if the vehicle was recently serviced.
Only the lights if you plan to drive at night.
✓ Tyres, lights, fluids, windows, mirrors, and essential equipment.

A brief vehicle check can reveal tyre damage, low fluid levels, faulty lights, or visibility problems before they cause danger. Also confirm that any spare wheel or tyre-repair equipment is available and usable.

Vehicle safety checks before a long journey
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Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

312. Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

Yes, if the road ahead appears clear.
✓ No, you may need to drive more slowly for the conditions.
Yes, the speed limit is always the safest speed.
Yes, if your vehicle is in good condition.

A speed limit is a maximum permitted speed, not a target. You may need to drive more slowly because of traffic, poor visibility, weather, road conditions, pedestrians, cyclists, or other hazards.

Speed-limit sign and changing road conditions
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What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

313. What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

Turn on your interior lights to reduce the glare.
Look briefly at the headlights to judge their position.
✓ Slow down and look toward the edge of your lane.
Maintain your speed until the vehicle has passed.

Bright headlights can reduce your vision. Avoid staring at them, slow down if needed, and use the road edge or lane markings to guide you safely.

Oncoming headlights dazzling a driver at night
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What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

314. What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

Cross immediately once the driver waves you through.
✓ Check that all lanes are safe before crossing.
Assume traffic in the other lanes will also stop.
Check only the lane nearest to you.

One driver may stop, but other vehicles may still be moving. Always check all lanes before crossing.

Driver waving a pedestrian across the road
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

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

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

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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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

316. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

Its engine may become louder on the hill.
Its tyres may warm up more quickly.
✓ It may slow down suddenly or roll backward.
It must always stop before reaching the top.

Vehicles may lose speed or briefly roll backward when starting on a steep incline. Extra space gives you more time to react.

Vehicle following another up a steep hill
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Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

317. Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

It makes you walk more slowly across the road.
✓ You may not hear approaching traffic.
Music can make you lose your balance.
You may not see approaching traffic clearly.

Loud music can reduce your awareness of vehicles, bicycles, horns, and other warning sounds.

Pedestrian listening to music while crossing the road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

318. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Automatic headlights.
Headlight level adjustment.
✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Front fog lights.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

319. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Window lock.
Child safety lock.
✓ Electric window control.
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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How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

320. How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

✓ Move the gear lever gently from side to side.
Turn the steering wheel.
Press the accelerator pedal.
Pull up the parking brake.

When a manual gearbox is in neutral, the gear lever can normally be moved freely from side to side across the centre of the gear pattern. Check that neutral is selected before starting the engine when appropriate.

Checking neutral with a manual gear lever
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When should you fasten your seat belt?

321. When should you fasten your seat belt?

Only when driving at high speed.
Only on long journeys.
Only when traffic is heavy.
✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.

Fasten your seat belt before the vehicle starts moving and keep it fastened throughout the journey. Make sure your passengers are also safely seated and properly restrained.

Fastening a seat belt before setting off
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

322. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

✓ Motorcycle.
Moped.
Bus.
Car.

Driving licence A is mainly associated with motorcycles. Category A1 covers lighter motorcycles, A2 covers medium-powered motorcycles, and A covers more powerful motorcycles.

Driving licence card for category A
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What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

323. What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

Speed up slightly so they can merge behind you.
✓ Adjust your speed and leave space when safe.
Maintain your speed and expect them to merge behind you.
Move closer to the vehicle ahead to keep your lane clear.

When traffic merges, good observation and speed control help vehicles join safely without sudden braking or conflict.

Vehicle merging from an adjacent lane
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

324. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

325. How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

✓ Securely, without affecting steering, braking, or balance.
On one handlebar if the bag is not very heavy.
On the rear carrier without securing it for a short trip.
As high as possible to keep it away from the wheels.

Loose or badly positioned luggage can interfere with control, become caught in the wheels, or hide bicycle lights.

Luggage carried on a bicycle
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Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

326. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It guarantees that the path behind is clear.
It removes the need to look around before reversing.
It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

327. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.
Wider turns decrease tyre wear.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

328. Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

No, it only needs to be raised on motorways.
✓ Yes, a lowered stand could catch the road and affect control.
No, the stand helps stabilise the motorcycle while moving.
No, it can remain down when riding slowly.

The side stand should be fully raised before riding. If it remains down, it may strike the road surface, particularly when turning, and could cause the rider to lose control.

Motorcycle side stand and pre-ride checks
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

329. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electric window control.
Exterior mirror adjustment.
✓ Exterior mirror folding.
Seat adjustment.

This control folds or unfolds the vehicle's exterior mirrors. It is useful when parking in narrow spaces or when leaving the vehicle parked.

Control for folding the exterior mirrors
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What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

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

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

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

Wild animals crossing a road
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

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

Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Pour cold water over the engine immediately.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.
Open the coolant cap to release the pressure.

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 about a chip in the windscreen?

332. What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

✓ Have it assessed and repaired promptly.
Ignore it if it is outside your direct view.
Clean the glass and continue driving normally.
Wait until the chip becomes a larger crack.

A chip can obstruct your view, weaken the glass, and develop into a larger crack. Have it checked and repaired promptly.

Stone chip in a vehicle's windscreen
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Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

333. Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

Speed limits always decrease near hill crests.
Vehicles ahead always have priority on hills.
✓ You may not see oncoming traffic or hidden hazards.
Your engine loses power near the top of a hill.

Near the top of a hill, your view ahead is limited. Oncoming vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles may be hidden.

Hill crest hiding the road ahead
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

334. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
Accelerate to get through the windy area quickly.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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What should you check after fitting a wheel?

335. What should you check after fitting a wheel?

✓ That the wheel nuts are tightened correctly.
That the wheel nuts are covered by the trim.
That the wheel can move slightly on the hub.
That the tyre is touching the wheel arch.

After fitting a wheel, make sure the wheel nuts are tightened correctly using the manufacturer's specified procedure and torque. Incorrectly tightened wheel nuts can loosen or damage the wheel. Recheck them later if the vehicle or wheel manufacturer recommends it.

Checking wheel nuts after fitting a wheel
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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

336. Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

It guarantees that no faults will develop between services.
It allows vehicle problems to be ignored until the next service.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.
✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.

Scheduled servicing helps ensure that brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, steering, suspension, and other important systems are checked and maintained before faults become more serious.

Vehicle maintenance following a servicing schedule
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How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

337. How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

By looking at whether the tyres appear firm.
Immediately after a long or high-speed journey.
✓ When the tyres are cold, using the manufacturer's recommended pressure.
Only by a certified maintenance service.

Tyre pressure rises as tyres become warm. Check them when cold and use the pressure specified on the vehicle label or in the owner's manual.

Checking a vehicle's tyre pressure
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

338. What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

✓ Reduce speed and stop in a safe place as soon as possible.
Continue slowly using the hazard lights.
Open a side window and continue driving carefully.
Use the washer fluid repeatedly to clear the windscreen.

Do not continue when you cannot see clearly. Slow down smoothly and stop somewhere protected from traffic.

Windscreen wipers failing during heavy rain
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You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

339. You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

False.
✓ True.

Keeping proper control of the steering wheel helps you react safely to changes in traffic and road conditions.

Driver keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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What does a green traffic light mean?

340. What does a green traffic light mean?

You must proceed as soon as the light turns green.
✓ You may proceed if it is safe.
You may turn in any direction without checking the signs.
You may enter even if traffic is blocking the junction.

A green light allows you to continue, but you must still watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Green traffic light at a junction
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What should you do before leaving a motorway?

341. What should you do before leaving a motorway?

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

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 when approaching a curve with poor visibility?

342. What should you do when approaching a curve with poor visibility?

Maintain your speed if the road ahead appears clear.
✓ Slow down and stay in your lane.
Brake only after entering the curve if necessary.
Move slightly toward the centre for a better view.

A curve can hide oncoming traffic, obstacles, cyclists, or pedestrians. Reduce speed and keep a safe position.

Road bend with a restricted view ahead
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

343. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low engine coolant level.
Engine overheating.
Low engine oil.
Low washer fluid.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant level is low. Check the coolant level when the engine is cool and refill it with the correct coolant if necessary.

Low coolant-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

344. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

Heat can make the fuel nozzle stop automatically.
✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.
Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
Smoke can interfere with the fuel gauge.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

345. Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

✓ Because stopping distances can be much longer.
To prevent ice from forming on the windscreen.
To give the engine more time to warm up.
To make the headlights work more effectively.

Tyres have much less grip on ice, so braking takes longer. Extra distance gives you more time to slow down safely.

Following distance between vehicles on an icy road
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What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

346. What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

Remove the nozzle and restart the engine immediately.
✓ Stop refuelling rather than continuing to top up the tank.
Pull the nozzle partly out and continue filling.
Keep filling until fuel reaches the filler opening.

When the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off, stop refuelling rather than repeatedly topping up the tank. Continuing can cause fuel to spill or overflow and may interfere with the vehicle's fuel-vapour control system.

Fuel nozzle in a vehicle's filler opening
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What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

347. What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

To allow pedestrians to cross without checking traffic.
To give pedestrians priority throughout the whole street.
✓ To help pedestrians cross the road safely.
To separate pedestrians from cyclists along the road.

Pedestrian crossings provide a designated place where people can safely cross the road.

Pedestrian crossing across a road
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What should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

348. What should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

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

Select P (Park) before leaving an automatic vehicle parked. Park locks the transmission to help prevent the vehicle from rolling; the parking brake should also be applied.

Park position on an automatic gear selector
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Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

349. Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

Reverse.
Neutral.
✓ 1st gear.
2nd gear.

1st gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill because it provides the greatest pulling power at low speed.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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What should you do if the bonnet suddenly opens while you are driving?

350. What should you do if the bonnet suddenly opens while you are driving?

✓ Look through any available gap, slow down smoothly, and stop safely.
Continue driving by looking through the side window.
Turn sharply toward the side of the road.
Brake hard immediately, even if traffic is behind you.

The bonnet may completely obstruct your view. Avoid sudden movements, use the road markings or available gap to maintain direction, and stop safely.

Raised bonnet obstructing the driver's forward view
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