Drivers ed (module 2)
Preventative maintenance
the routine care you give your vehicle is outlined in the owner's manual includes checking fluids
vehicles in the other lanes
The side view mirrors should be adjusted so that while driving the driver can see
- glance frequently as far ahead as possible - check your rearview mirrors - check your sideview mirrors
When driving, you should
10 inches
When seated properly, the driver should be at least ____ inches from the steering wheel.
3-6 inches from the curb
When the pavement line or curb appears to run through the middle of the vehicle's hood, the right side of the vehicle is
true
When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor.
check tire tread depth with a penny
Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?
Cruise control
- allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed - works at speeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces
rear
Acceleration results in weight transfer
false
All vehicles have adjustable head restraints.
prior to evasive steering
Controlled braking should be done
- reduces excessive steering - helps protect the driver from airbag injuries - improves vehicle stability
Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position
true
Gears below drive, provide more engine power.
whiplash injuries
Head restraints are designed to help reduce
false
If the driver needs to adjust the defroster, he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily.
through the front window (near the mirror)
If the front bumper is 3-6 inches from the curb line, the line of sight will extend from the driver
closed area
If there is a restriction within your line of sight, it is known as
front
If understeer occurs, weight should be transferred to the
true
In the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, the sideview mirror is set to see the lane next to your vehicle.
the distance you can see ahead in the direction you are looking
Line of sight is
when backing
One hand steering is recommended
true
Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel.
false
The BGE mirror is always the best mirror setting.
true
The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive.
just above the ears
The head restraint should be adjusted
hand over hand
The steering technique best suited in limited space maneuvers is
False (downward)
The steering wheel should be adjusted upward.
false
The turn signal will always cancel after a turn.
central
The vision used to judge depth and position is
weekly
Tire pressure should be checked
- precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
Vehicle balance is maintained through
pitch
Weight transfer forward or backward is known as
Roll
Weight transfer from side to side is known as
false
When backing, the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left.
true
When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel.
true
When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in Park.
true
When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on.
- a vehicle passing should appear in the sideview mirror before it leaves the rearview mirror - glare from the lights of a passing vehicle is reduced - a vehicle will appear in the drivers peripheral vision before leaving the sideview mirror
With the BGE mirror setting,
- a fixed object ahead - located in the center of your path of travel - 20 - 30 seconds ahead on an expressway
Your target is
true
Blind spots are areas you cannot see in either your mirrors or peripheral vision.
true
Blindzones are greatly reduced by the use of contemporary (BGE) mirror settings.
threshold braking
Braking just short of lockup is known as
forward
Braking results in weight transfer
the vehicle is stationary
Ideal vehicle balance is reached when
by extending the arm over the steering wheel until the top of the steering wheel is in line with the wrist joint
One method of determining correct distance from the steering wheel is
true
Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off.
to judge your vehicle's position ) because there are areas around the vehicle which cannot be seen from the driver's seat
Reference points are necessary
false
Reference points are the same for all drivers.
true
Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving.
right
Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer
true
The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle:(1)stop, (2)set parking brake, (3)place gear selector in park, (4)turn off accessories,(5)turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key, (6)remove occupant restraints, (7)check traffic and exit vehicle, (8)secure doors
3
The lane position for a right turn is
across the hips
The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly
3000-5,000 miles
The oil should be changed every
false (1 car length)
The pavement area in front of the vehicle which cannot be seen by the driver is about 3 car lengths.
true
The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield.
Push/Pull/Feed
The steering technique best suited for maintaining vehicle balance is
true
To correctly adjust the sideview mirrors using the BGE setting, the driver will need to place his/her head against the side window.