diff --git a/3-Add-simulated-motors.md b/3-Add-simulated-motors.md
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@@ -324,6 +324,19 @@ $ ./softioc/xxx.sh run
 
 Things to do:
 * see dbFindRecord messages at init
+
+
+### 3.6.4 Stop the IOC
+
+Exit the IOC from the IOC shell:
+
+```
+kmp> exit
+```
+
+Note: typing `ctrl+c` will also stop the IOC.
+
+Things to do:
 * see no motor references in autosave/built_*.req
 
 ## [4 Deploy the motorVMC (Virtual Motor Controller) module](4-Deploy-motorVMC.md)