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The accelerator sticks and the car keeps gaining speed after you lift your foot. What should you do?
Correct answer: Shift to neutral, pull off safely, then stop the engine.
Why
Keep your eyes on the road and shift to neutral. Control the car and pull off where it is safe, stop, then turn off the engine. Do not reach for the pedal while moving or turn the ignition to a steering-lock position.
Verified against Connecticut Driver's Manual · Stuck accelerator · p. 42
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