Revision question · Braking systems

What should you do after driving through a flood?

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Carry out an emergency stop

Drive in a low gear with the footbrake lightly applied

Avoid braking until the brakes have dried out

Pump the footbrake when approaching hazards

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Drive in a low gear with the footbrake lightly appliedThis was the right answer

If you have to drive through a flood, do so with caution. Once out of the flood, you need to test your brakes to make sure they're working properly. To do this, check what's behind you, then drive in a low gear with the brakes gently applied.

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Rule 121Highway Code rule · After water, check behind and test the brakes gently, applying light pressure to dry them if needed; do not carry out an unnecessary emergency stop.

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