How Do You Handle A Stuck Gas Pedal?
Although not a common occurrance, your throttle linkage can get stuck, making your car go faster even though you’ve taken your foot off the gas pedal. Don’t panic. Step 1 Shift to neutral and turn off the ignition. You’ll lose all power, including power steering. Step 2 Turn on your emergency lights to warn other drivers. Step 3 Apply your brakes, but keep coasting. Step 4 Search the roadway for a safe place to pull over. Step 5 Pull off the road cautiously. Step 6 Locate an emergency roadside phone to get assistance.
