Chapter 3 Review
Wheel Lock-up
In a vehicle without ABS, when the breaks are applied with such force that the wheels stop turning and the tires begin to slide on the pavement.
True
In an automatic transmission vehicle, always come to a stop before changing from DRIVE to REVERSE or OVERDRIVE to PARK gears.
Tachometer
Indicates the engine revolutions per minute.
Lower Gears
You are towing a heavy trailer. What gears can you use to send more power to your wheels?
Brake Pedal
You must have your foot on this device when shifting from parking gear to a driving gear.
Hood-release Pedal
You must use this device before checking or replacing any engine fluids.
NEUTRAL
Your engine stalls while you are driving. To what gear should you shift?
REVERSE
Which gear would you use to back out of a garage?
False
A driver has less control over the power applied in a vehicle with a manual transmission.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Alerts when oil isn't circulating through engine at proper pressure.
Mirror's Blind Spot
An area that may not be visible to the driver when looking in the rearview or sideview mirrors.
True
Beginning drivers often try to correct steering errors by moving the steering wheel too much and looking where the car is going.
Controlled Steering
Effectively using vision and a comfortable and balanced hand position to point the vehicle in the direction you want to drive.
False
If the brake lightning comes on as you apply the foot-brake pedal, it indicates that the brake pads are worn out.
True
It will be easier to learn good manual transmission skills after you learn basic vehicle maneuvers.
Parking Brake Warning Light
Light reminds you to release parking brake before driving.
Targeting
Looking far ahead in the middle of your intended path of travel.
Safety Belt Alert Light
Reminds you to put safety belt on.
Fuel Gauge
Says how much gasoline is in the tank.
Left and Right Signals Flashing
Tells the directions you have signaled to turn.
Brake System Warning Light
Tells you brake system isn't working properly.
ABS Alert Light
Tells you that ABS is functioning properly.
Air Bag Warning Light
Tells you that air bags are working properly.
True
The ABS alert light indicates a problem with the antilock braking system if it comes on while you are driving.
False
The driver can start the vehicle in NEUTRAL or PARK gears, regardless of the transmission type.
Accelerator Pedal
The driver controls the speed of the vehicle with this device.
False
The last thing you should do before moving a vehicle away from the curb is release the parking brake.
Braking Point
The point at which the brakes begin to slow the vehicle.
True
The windshield wipers and washer usually are operated by a switch mounted on the turn-signal lever.
Clutch
This device allows the driver to change gears when driving a vehicle with a manual transmission.
Shift Indicator
This device indicates the gear being used by the driver or the need to change to a higher gear.
Odometer
This gauge on the instrument panel shows the number of miles a vehicle has been driven.
ABS Light
This indicates the antilock braking system is functioning.
Cruise Control
This optional device allows you to set a constant speed in your vehicle.
Head Restraint
This padded safety device helps reduce whiplash injuries in a collision.
Hazard Flasher Control
Use this device to warn other drivers of a vehicle breakdown or problem.
Temperature Warning Light or Gauge
Warns you when coolant in engine is hot.
OVERDRIVING
What gear can be used for forward driving, but also saves fuel?
PARK
What gear locks the transmission?
Brake Pedal
When Slowing before a sharp turn, what pedal can you use to gain added control?
False
When the oil pressure warning light goes on with the engine running, it indicates that the oil needs changing.
DRIVE
Which gear would you use to move forward from a stop?
Clutch
You are changing gears or slowing your vehicle from slow speeds in a manual transmission. What vehicle-control device would you use?
Brake Pedal
You are slowing your vehicle from higher speeds. What vehicle-control device would you use?
Semi-automatic Transmission
Your vehicle allows you to shift gears manually without the use of a clutch. What kind of transmission do you have?