Drivers Ed
What is the source of electrical power in a car?
a battery. keep headlights clean and aligned, and replace burned out bulbs
muffler
absorbs or muffled noises crested from the explosions in the cylinders
radiator
air from the moving vehicle and a fan force air through the radiator to cool the circulating coolant
How often shohld you check your car and what should you check?
at least once a month, before entering your vehicle, check fluid levels, belts and hoses, and connections
You should check your engine oil
before starting your engine?
A toddler seat should be used for children who weight
between 20 to 40 pounds
exhaust manifold
collect unburned gases as they come from the engine
engine control module
controls the electrical and other engine systems in many cars
What kind of seats are for children under 20 pounds?
convertible child safety seats
A catalystic converter is a part of a vehicles
exhaust system
when you step on the brake pedal, you should feel
firm resistance
hydraulic pressure
force created by pressurizing liquid to brake or stop a vehicle
What do tires do?
help the car grip the road
What does the steering wheel system do?
it allows the front wheels to turn
What do lubricating and cooling systems do?
keep the heat from destroying the engine by sending oil to moving engine parts.
power train does what?
moves the power of the engine to the wheels
What things should you reguarly check and change?
oil, transmission fluid, filters
alternator
probide a constant charge back to the battery when your engine is running
catalytic converter
reduce the amount of harmful gases coming from the tailpipe that are released into the air
Springs and shock absorbers are parts of a vehicle's
suspension system
tread
the grooved outer surface of a tire
Where do unburned gases from the fuel pump exit?
the tailpipe
You should rotate your vehicle's tires to
to equalize tire wear
How often should your exhaust system be inspected?
twice a year
antifreeze
used in the cooling system
strut
where the sprib and the shock absorber are contained in one unit
shock absorbers
work to control bouncing
After starting the engine, what should you check?
Check warning lights and test brakes and horn
What cools the engine?
A mixture of fluid and antifreeze
What does the fuel pump do?
It forces fuel from the tank to the fuel injection system to mix with air. The vapor is ignited in the cylinders.
What does the suspension do?
It supports the vehicles weight, cushions the ride, and stablizes the vehicle
What weight child should be sitting in a rear facing infant seat?
20-22 pounds
