Winter and emergenciesQuestion 313 of 345

The brake pedal goes to the floor. What does the handbook say?

  1. Pump the pedal quickly
  2. The brakes have no power left
  3. The pedal can still slow the vehicle
  4. Turn off the engine
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Correct answer: The pedal can still slow the vehicle

A modern two-circuit system rarely fails fully. Use the parking brake to help.

Source: Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook (SGI, 2026-27), 6.10 Emergency driving, page 155

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026