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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Flanders.

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Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

1. Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

You should not reduce speed near roadworks.
To reduce wear on the vehicle suspension.
To keep construction dust off the windscreen.
✓ Road workers, narrow lanes, and unexpected hazards may be present.

Roadworks can involve workers, machinery, changing lane layouts, and uneven surfaces. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

Vehicle approaching a roadworks area
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

2. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

They clear water from the road more effectively.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

3. Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

It reduces the grip of the tyres.
It makes the brakes respond more slowly.
It makes bicycle lights less effective.
✓ You may not hear traffic or warning sounds.

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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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

4. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Ignore markings and follow only the vehicle ahead.
Use the markings intended for construction vehicles.
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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Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

5. Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

It can increase engine speed.
It can disengage the clutch.
It can apply the parking brake.
✓ It can cause unnecessary wear in the gear-selection mechanism.

Resting your hand on the gear lever can place unnecessary pressure on parts of the gear-selection mechanism and contribute to wear. Keep both hands on the steering wheel when you are not changing gear.

Driver's hand resting on a manual gear lever
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What should you do when a tram or another rail vehicle approaches?

6. What should you do when a tram or another rail vehicle approaches?

✓ Give way and clear the tracks as quickly as possible.
Expect the tram to give way to traffic from the right.
Continue because cars always have priority.
Stop on the tracks until the tram passes.

Road users must give way to rail vehicles and clear the tracks. A tram does not normally lose its priority because another road user approaches from the right.

Tram approaching other road traffic
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When must cyclists riding side by side move into single file outside a built-up area?

7. When must cyclists riding side by side move into single file outside a built-up area?

✓ When a vehicle approaches them from behind.
Whenever the road has a centre line.
Only when travelling downhill.
Only when a bus approaches.

Cyclists may generally ride side by side when this does not prevent vehicles from passing in the opposite direction. Outside built-up areas, they must also move into single file when a vehicle approaches from behind.

Cyclists riding side by side on a road
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What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

8. What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

Accelerate as fast as possible to escape.
✓ Slow down, stay calm, and leave the area without provoking them.
Throw objects towards the birds.
Stop near the nest to see why they are swooping.

Some birds become territorial during the breeding season and may swoop people near their nests. Stay calm, avoid provoking or approaching the birds, and leave the area safely. If necessary and safe, dismount and walk your bicycle through or away from the area while keeping your helmet on.

Bird swooping near a cyclist
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What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

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

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

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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Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

10. Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

To improve the rider's hearing in traffic.
✓ To reduce the risk of serious head injury in a collision.
To reduce fuel consumption at higher speeds.
To make the motorcycle easier to balance.

A correctly fitted and securely fastened motorcycle helmet helps protect the rider's head and can reduce the risk and severity of head injury in a collision or fall.

Motorcyclist wearing a securely fastened helmet
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

11. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To check whether your brake lights are working.
To shorten the distance needed to stop.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.
To decide which gear to use while slowing down.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

12. What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

Cross if nearby vehicles appear to have stopped.
✓ Wait until it turns green.
Cross if there is a large enough gap in traffic.
Start crossing if the signal is about to change.

A red pedestrian signal means you should wait before crossing.

Red pedestrian signal at a crossing
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What should you do if your lane is blocked by an obstacle?

13. What should you do if your lane is blocked by an obstacle?

Move around it because the obstacle gives you priority.
✓ Slow down, check carefully, and give way if needed.
Follow another vehicle around it without checking yourself.
Speed up to keep traffic flowing around the obstacle.

If your lane is blocked, reduce speed, check mirrors and oncoming traffic, and only move around the obstacle when it is safe.

Obstacle blocking a vehicle's lane
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Why should you be extra careful at night?

14. Why should you be extra careful at night?

Road markings become less important.
Street lighting makes drivers less alert.
Vehicles need more distance to accelerate.
✓ Visibility is reduced.

At night, it is harder to see pedestrians, cyclists, road markings, and hazards. Reduce speed and use the correct lights.

Road traffic in reduced night-time visibility
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Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

15. Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

✓ Licence C.
Licence B.
Licence AM.
Licence D.

Driving licence C is mainly associated with trucks. Category C1 covers smaller heavy vehicles, C covers larger heavy vehicles, and C1E and CE allow heavier trailers.

Truck and category C driving licence
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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

16. What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

Keep riding normally and let the driver find a way past.
Move aside quickly without checking around you.
✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
Stop immediately, even if you are in the traffic lane.

Emergency vehicles need a clear route. Move predictably and stop only where doing so is safe.

Cyclist near an approaching emergency vehicle
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Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

17. Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

✓ To a protected emergency area or exit away from traffic.
Walk along the traffic lane toward the tunnel entrance.
Stay close to the vehicle until traffic starts moving.
Remain beside the vehicle and wait for assistance.

Move away from live traffic and use a marked emergency exit, refuge area, or protected walkway where available.

Leaving a disabled vehicle for a tunnel emergency area
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Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

18. Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

They can make the steering heavier.
They can reduce the brightness of the headlights.
✓ They can hide hazards and reduce the driver's ability to see safely.
They can increase the vehicle's braking distance.

The driver must have a clear view of the road and surroundings. Luggage, decorations, or other objects that obstruct the windscreen, windows, or mirrors can hide pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, signs, or other hazards.

Luggage obstructing the driver's view
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What should you do if a police officer directs you through a red light?

19. What should you do if a police officer directs you through a red light?

Ignore the officer and follow the traffic light.
✓ Follow the police officer's direction.
Remain stopped until the light turns green.
Wait for another driver to move first.

A police officer's directions take priority over traffic lights, traffic signs, and general traffic rules.

Police officer directing traffic at a red light
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

20. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

Increase speed to warm the brakes.
✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.
Brake hard several times to dry them quickly.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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Which vehicles are covered by driving licence AM?

21. Which vehicles are covered by driving licence AM?

✓ Mopeds over 25 and up to 45 km/h, and light quadricycles.
Cars up to 3,500 kg.
Motorcycles up to 125 cm³.
Motorcycles up to 35 kW.

Category AM covers certain two- and three-wheeled mopeds with a maximum design speed above 25 km/h and not exceeding 45 km/h, as well as light quadricycles.

Category AM mopeds and light quadricycles
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What does a green traffic light mean?

22. What does a green traffic light mean?

✓ You may proceed if it is safe.
You must proceed as soon as the light turns green.
You have priority over all other road users.
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 does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

23. What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

The amount of washer fluid sprayed.
The speed of the rear wiper.
The brightness of the dashboard.
✓ The time between wiper sweeps.

The intermittent wiper interval control adjusts the time between windscreen-wiper sweeps, allowing the driver to match the wiping frequency to light rain or spray.

Interval adjustment for intermittent windscreen wiping
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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

24. 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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Why should the head restraint be adjusted correctly?

25. Why should the head restraint be adjusted correctly?

To make the seat belt tighter.
To support the lower back.
✓ To reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.
To improve rear visibility.

A correctly adjusted head restraint helps support the head and can reduce the risk of neck injury, especially in a rear-end collision. The top of the restraint should normally be level with the top of the head.

Adjusting a vehicle seat's head restraint
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

26. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
✓ Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.
Power-steering warning.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

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

Wait close beside the vehicle where drivers can see you.
Stand between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
Wait just behind the vehicle away from the traffic lane.
✓ In a protected place well away from moving traffic.

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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What is the general speed limit in built-up areas in Brussels?

28. What is the general speed limit in built-up areas in Brussels?

20 km/h.
✓ 30 km/h.
50 km/h.
40 km/h.

In the Brussels-Capital Region, the general speed limit inside built-up areas is 30 km/h. Traffic signs may impose a different limit on particular roads.

Urban speed-limit setting in Brussels
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Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

29. Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

To reduce fuel consumption.
✓ To improve visibility and help other road users see you.
To keep the windscreen from misting.
To prevent the tunnel lights from becoming too bright.

Tunnel lighting may be much darker than daylight. Dipped headlights help you see and make your vehicle more visible.

Vehicle using dipped headlights before entering a tunnel
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Why should you avoid sudden steering movements on snow or ice?

30. Why should you avoid sudden steering movements on snow or ice?

✓ They can cause the tyres to lose grip and the vehicle to skid.
They make the steering wheel harder to turn.
They reduce the effectiveness of the headlights.
They make the tyres wear more quickly.

Abrupt steering can overwhelm the limited grip available on a slippery surface. Steering smoothly helps keep the vehicle stable.

Steering a vehicle on a snowy road
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

31. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Press the accelerator lightly.
Select reverse gear.
Release the parking brake.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

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

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

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 if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

33. What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

Open the coolant cap immediately to release heat.
Increase engine speed to improve coolant circulation.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and allow it to cool.
Continue driving slowly until the warning disappears.

Continuing to drive an overheating vehicle can cause severe damage. Allow the engine to cool and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-overheating warning on the dashboard
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence AM?

34. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence AM?

Car.
Truck.
✓ Moped.
Motorcycle.

Driving licence AM is mainly associated with mopeds. Category AM covers mopeds with a design speed above 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h.

Driving licence card for category AM
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

35. What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.
✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.
Replace the washer pump instead of the blades.
Use the wipers at a higher speed.

Worn or dirty wiper blades can seriously reduce visibility in rain. Clean them first and replace them if they remain ineffective or damaged.

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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When may drivers normally use the horn at night in Flanders?

36. When may drivers normally use the horn at night in Flanders?

Whenever approaching a junction.
✓ When necessary to avoid danger.
Whenever another vehicle is nearby.
Whenever overtaking.

At night in Flanders, use of the horn is generally restricted to situations where it is necessary to avoid danger.

Vehicle horn use during night-time driving
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Which side is normally used for overtaking in Flanders?

37. Which side is normally used for overtaking in Flanders?

✓ Left-hand side.
Right-hand side.

Drivers normally overtake on the left-hand side in Flanders.

Vehicle overtaking on the left
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Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

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

These lanes are usually free from moving traffic.
✓ A tram or bus may approach quickly.
You only need to check for traffic from one direction.
Trams and buses must always stop before crossings.

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 another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

39. What should you do if another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

Follow them closely to show your disapproval.
✓ Stay calm, avoid confrontation, and create more distance.
Speed up to prevent them from passing you.
Respond with your horn and gestures.

If another driver behaves aggressively, do not retaliate or become involved in a confrontation. Stay calm, increase the distance between you, and let the other vehicle move away when possible. If you feel threatened, go to a safe public place and seek appropriate assistance.

Driver facing aggressive behaviour from another road user
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You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

40. You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

False.
✓ True.

Distractions reduce awareness and reaction time, making driving more dangerous.

Driver keeping attention on the road ahead
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

41. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
Lane-departure warning.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

Parking-assistance symbol on the dashboard
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Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

42. Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

Yes, if the passengers remain seated on the floor.
✓ No, passengers should travel in approved seating positions.
Only on short journeys or quiet roads.
Yes, if the trailer is travelling at low speed.

An ordinary goods trailer is not designed to carry passengers and normally has no suitable seats or restraint systems. Passengers should travel in seating positions designed and approved for carrying people. Special passenger-carrying trailers may be subject to different local rules.

Ordinary goods trailer and passenger safety
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Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

43. Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

✓ You must judge the speed and distance of approaching vehicles.
Your steering becomes less responsive during the turn.
Oncoming vehicles need more distance to change lanes.
Turning gives you priority over approaching traffic.

Turning across traffic requires careful observation. Misjudging speed or distance can lead to a serious collision.

Vehicle preparing to turn across oncoming traffic
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What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

44. What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

✓ Licence D.
Licence C.
Licence B.
Licence D1E.

Category D1 is limited to vehicles designed for no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver. A bus designed for more than 16 passengers therefore requires category D.

Bus designed for more than 16 passengers
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What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

45. What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

Cross where the road is narrowest, even if visibility is poor.
Cross near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.
✓ Choose a place with a clear view in both directions.
Cross diagonally to spend less time in each lane.

If there is no marked crossing nearby, choose a safe place where you can clearly see approaching traffic.

Pedestrian preparing to cross a road without a marked crossing
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Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

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

✓ No, you may need to drive more slowly for the conditions.
Yes, if your vehicle is in good condition.
Only when driving outside built-up areas.
Yes, the speed limit is always the safest speed.

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 check shortly after securing a load?

47. What should you check shortly after securing a load?

Check the load only when you reach your destination.
Loosen the restraints slightly after the load has settled.
Increase speed briefly to test the restraints.
✓ Stop safely and check that the restraints are still tight.

Loads and straps may settle or loosen after the journey begins. Recheck them at a safe stopping place.

Rechecking straps securing a vehicle's load
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

48. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

Ride as close together as possible to stay as one group.
✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.
Follow the cyclist ahead without checking traffic yourself.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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What should you do before overtaking a slow-moving vehicle?

49. What should you do before overtaking a slow-moving vehicle?

✓ Check that the road ahead is clear and that overtaking is safe.
Use your horn to make the driver move aside.
Follow another vehicle that starts overtaking ahead of you.
Move closer before checking whether the road ahead is clear.

Before overtaking, make sure you have enough visibility, space, and time. Signal clearly before moving out, do not exceed the speed limit, and never overtake if the road ahead is not clear.

Vehicle preparing to pass slow-moving traffic
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Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

50. Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

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

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive the vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before selecting Reverse.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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