Petroleum Products Act, 1977
R 385
National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act No. 93 of 1996)NoticesK53 Practical Driving Test for Motor Vehicle Drivers, Volume 1 - Light Motor Vehicles : Code B6. The modulesModule 26: Gear Changing - down (automatic transmission) (manual selection) |
| 1. | Check rear-view mirror(s). |
| 2. | Release accelerator pedal smoothly. |
| 3. | Brake if necessary to appropriate speed for circumstances. (Braking shall be completed before gear changing down). |
| 4. | Select gear. |
| 5. | Replace hand to appropriate position on steering wheel. |
Note A:
If the speed of the vehicle increases considerably without application of the accelerator and if continuous use of the service brake is necessary, brake to the appropriate speed before a lower gear is engaged in order to minimise an increase in speed.
Repeat this procedure, as necessary.
Avoid selecting a lower gear to assist or replace braking, in order to reduce the speed of the vehicle.
Note B:
Gears should be changed, where possible, whilst travelling on a straight course.
