Revision question · Vehicle condition

What should you do if thick black smoke is coming from the exhaust of your vehicle?

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Continue on to the nearest garage

Return to your depot and report the problem

Stop in a safe place and get help

Drive slowly with your hazard warning lights on

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Stop in a safe place and get helpThis was the right answer

Causing excessive smoke is an offence and could contribute to causing an incident or collision. You could also end up creating serious traffic problems if your vehicle breaks down in a difficult location.

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Report defects and follow planned maintenanceReviewed guidance summary · Excessive smoke indicates a fault requiring a safe stop and help; hazard lights do not authorise continued unsafe use.

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