Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

Why should you test your brakes after driving through a ford?

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To check your brake lights are working

To make sure you can stop safely

To bleed air from the brake system

To remove the water from your tyres

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At a ford, the road passes through a stream at a place where the water is normally shallow. When you've gone through the water, you should test your brakes and if necessary dry them out. To do this, first check that you won't cause danger to traffic behind. Then apply a light brake pressure while moving slowly.

Make sure your brakes are working properly before resuming normal driving.

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Driving through shallow water safelyReviewed guidance summary · The original ford and answer artwork was inspected. After a safe crossing, check behind and test wet brakes gently before resuming speed.Worded warning signRoad sign · The original ford and answer artwork was inspected. After a safe crossing, check behind and test wet brakes gently before resuming speed.

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