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Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 573 / 691

Si al realizar una frenada de emergencia en un vehículo no dotado de ABS notamos que las ruedas se bloquean, ¿cómo actuaremos?

If, when braking in an emergency in a vehicle without ABS, you notice that the wheels lock, what should you do?

  • ASeguiremos pisando el pedal del freno enérgicamente.Keep pressing the brake pedal hard.
  • BReduciremos ligeramente la presión sobre el pedal del freno.Slightly reduce the pressure on the brake pedal.
  • CSoltaremos completamente el pedal del freno.Release the brake pedal completely.
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Correct answer

  • BReduciremos ligeramente la presión sobre el pedal del freno.Slightly reduce the pressure on the brake pedal.
Explanation

If you notice the wheels locking when braking, you should slightly reduce the pressure on the brake pedal, without releasing it completely, until you regain grip and control of the steering.

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