When traveling down a steep downgrade:

Question

On a downgrade, the braking effect of the engine should be your primary method of controlling speed. Shift down to a lower gear before starting down the hill and save the brakes for additional slowing or stopping that may be required by road or traffic conditions.

Accepted Answer

Shift into a lower gear, then use brakes to supplement the braking effect of the engine.

Answer

The air brakes should be used.

Answer

The vehicle should be continually downshifted in the place of using the brakes.

Answer

The vehicle should be driven on the shoulder.