Stopping – in traffic (automatic transmission)
1. Check rear-view mirror(s).
2. Decelerate.
3. Brake timeously, smoothly and progressively without locking wheels and in complete control, keeping both hands on the steering wheel.
4. Obtain and/or maintain a clear space behind or alongside obstructions or other road user, where applicable. (Approximately 4 – 5 metres behind the vehicle ahead)
5. Stop in accordance with road traffic signs, signals, rules and markings.
6. Maintain pressure on brake pedal.
7. Apply parking brake, if necessary.
Note A:
The parking brake should be applied when stationary for any length of time or where there is a possibility of rolling but may not be necessary depending upon traffic signals, stop/start progress of traffic and the gradient of the road.
Note B:
If the vehicle is equipped with a foot-operated parking brake, the sequence shall be to select neutral, with service brake depressed and then to apply the parking brake.