Demonstrate the ability to move off in a straight line from a stationary position and, after moving off, bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
MOVING OFF
- Ensures the vehicle is ready to move off with all doors closed, safety belt worn and engine running.
- Places right foot on brake pedal.
- Selects drive.
- Checks rear-view mirrors to ensure road behind is clear. Checks over shoulder into blindspot.
- Releases park brake and returns hands to steering wheel.
- Depresses accelerator slowly to increase speed.
- Ensures that hands are in correct position on steering wheel.
- Gently accelerates vehicle in a straight line.
STOPPING
- Selects a safe place to stop.
- Checks rear-view mirrors for following traffic.
- Removes right foot from accelerator and gently applies foot brake to slow down.
- Maintains two-handed steering.
- In the last few metres, just prior to stopping, depresses the clutch with the left foot (manual) and brings the
- vehicle to a complete stop on the foot brake.
- Applies the park brake.
- Moves the gear lever into neutral (manual) or ‘park’ (automatic).
- Turns the vehicle off, if required.