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Question: 2.7.01-127

3 Points

Licenses: B

Why should you not apply the clutch when driving on a long, steep downhill slope?

Choose one or multiple correct answers
  • A. Because the braking action of the engine will have no effect
  • B. Because this causes unnecessary wear of the brakes
  • C. Because in this case the brake servo unit will no longer function

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Correct answer

  • A. Because the braking action of the engine will have no effect
  • B. Because this causes unnecessary wear of the brakes
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If you step down the clutch, the engine brake will not work and you will have to use the service brake more. As a result, overheating and increased brake wear can occur.

Driving operation, driving physics, driving technique

Chapter 2.7.01

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