Drivers Ed unit 2
Windshield wipers and washers
Device used to clean and keep the windshield clear of rain, snow and other debris. The control is frequently located on the turn signal lever. Two switches are often involved. One controls the speed of the wipers and a second controls the washer fluid.
Turn signals
Device used to communicate which direction the driver plans to turn. Located on the left side of the steering column, the lever is moved up to signal a movement to the right and down for a movement to the left. While the signal will cancel after a turn, the driver may have to cancel the signal manually after a slight turn such as a lane change.
How should drivers position their seat in a vehicle?
Far away from the steering wheel
speedometer
How fast one is going
anything just behind the car will be _______________ in the drivers seat
Invisible
Putting ignition key and turning to the on position allows the driver to
Supply power to the electrical system operate the electrical equipment/turn the vehicle on
Odometer
Total mileage
cruise/speed control
allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed without maintaining his/her foot on the accelerator. The controls are located either on the steering wheel or a stem on the left or right side of the steering column.
Trunk release
an option on many vehicles to open the trunk from inside the vehicle. The release may be a lever located on the floor just to the left of the driver's seat. In other vehicles the release mechanism is a button located in the glove box or on the key fob.
Which area around the vehicle is the largest
area behind the vehicle
I automatically turn at the rear of the vehicle when the driver shifts to reverse. Tell me my color.
back up lights/white
I inform the driver if the electrical current to the engine and all accessories is normal or abnormal.
battery/alternator light
How should the seat be positioned?
body a foot from wheel knee slightly bent right foot behind back pedal
hazard flasher
both front and rear turn signal lights flash to warn other drivers of a problem and to increase other driver's awareness of the presence of the vehicle
Headlights (high beam)
bright headlight setting that projects light farther than low beams. Used for night driving or poor visibility.
What should you check for outside of the vehicle?
broken glass, body damage,leaks,objects,children and pets, tires
How can drivers compensate for this space they cannot see?
by properly adjusting their seat/mirrors
Operating vehicle control devices
controls used for the operation of a vehicle, including steering wheel, gear selector lever, parking brake, cruise/speed control, ignition switch, and accelerator and brake pedals.
I allow the driver to maintain a desired speed so the driver can remove the foot from the accelerator pedal
cruise control
safety, communication, comfort and convenience devices
devices in the vehicle used for the safety, comfort and convience of the driver and to communicate with other roadway users.
which way do you move the turn signal lever to turn left?
down
tell how far the vehicle has traveled in its entire life or on a short trip. there are sometimes two of me. One can be rest to 0. and the other cannot.
odometer/trip odometer
i lubricate the engine on the inside. I am brown and should be changed every 3,000 to 4,000 miles. There is a light on the dash to indicate any problems with my system
oil
when i am set or engaged I keep the vehicle from rolling even if the driver or passengers are not in the vehicle.
parking brake/ emergency brake
i make it possible for the driver to check the traffic scene to the rear without turning around and looking
rearview mirror
i allow the driver to change the intensity of the dash background lighting
rheostat
I would sound a buzzer and flash a dashboard light when the driver forgets to put me on.
safety belt
i hold the passengers or driver upright in the vehicle in the event of sudden, hard braking, a swerve, or a crash.
safety belts
i allow the driver to use me to adjust his position to reach the pedals under the dash area
seat adjustment lever
I am the lever that allows the driver to shift the gears of the transmission.
selector lever/gear shifter
How should the head restraint be positioned
should be directly behind/close to back of head
i protect the front seat passengers head from striking the side window or the side of the vehicle in the event of a side crash
side air bags/ curtain air bags
Mirrors
side and rearview mirrors are used to provide more visibility of the area around the vehicle. Adjustment of the mirrors can be done inside and outside in vehicles equipped with remote controlled outside mirrors. These controls may be located on the left side of the dash, the driver's side arm rest, or center console.
how should your safety belt be properly adjusted?
snug across hips and flat across the chest and shoulder. No slack or twist.
Vehicle reference point
some part of the outside or inside of the vehicle, viewed from the driver's seat that relates to some part of the roadway. Reference points can be developed for the front, side or rear to help you know where the vehicle is located on the roadway.
Area around your vehicle
space the driver cannot see when in the driver's seat because of the structural design of the vehicle. Also called the blind zone
i inform the driver how fast the vehicle is moving
speedometer
pre-drive procedures
steps a driver should take each time before driving a vehicle, including locking doors, placing key in ignition, adjusting seat, head restraint and mirrors, and fastening safety belt.
part of me is red and part of me is blue. i indicate cold or hot in the passenger compartment
temperature control
i tell the driver if the engine is overheating
temperature gauge/light
Gear selector lever
the lever that allows the driver to shift the transmission and select a geat
body position
the position of the driver in the driver's seat. Drivers should sit upright with the back against the seat and feet on the floor. The seat back should be in the upright position.
ignition switch
this switch locks the steering wheel and gear selector. It also enables the driver to start and turn off the engine or use the radio. It is located on the right side of the steering column or on the dashboard on some vehicles.
What should you check before entering the vehicle?
tires animals Children
what is the purpose of the parking brake?
to hold a vehicle in place while parked and protect the transmission
When may you want to use lower gears while driving ?
to slow car during downgrades heavy loads steep inclines
what are two advantages of using enchanted mirror settings?
turning to look can be uncomfortable and unsafe reduces blind spots
Where is the standard front reference point located?
under the driver or passenger side view mirror
I allow a parent to secure a child seat with more than the regular safety belt straps.
upper/lower tether straps
Enchanted mirror settings
when adjusting the mirror to this setting, the driver will not see the left and right sides of the vehicle when glancing in the outside mirrors. This setting provides the greatest visibility to the sides of the vehicle and reduces blind spots.
Traditional mirror settings
when adjusting the mirror to this setting, the side of the vehicle is visible in the mirror. This setting limits driver's visibilty to the sides of the vehicle.
when the driver activates me, i keep backseat passengers or kids from opening the windows
window lock out
I have five or more settings. I clean the windshield, front or back, by moving back and forth, sweeping rain, snow, and washer fluid.
wipers
How many inches away from the steering wheel should you be and why?
10 inches, to allow for the air bag deployment area
the driver should be able to see the ground within ___________ to the front?
12 to 15 feet or one length of the vehicle to the front
Key fob
A small security hardware device with built-in authentification used to control and secure access to a vehicle. Used with push-to-start ignition systems.
How should head restraint be positioned?
Behind head not neck
What is the area between the inside mirror view and what we cannot see to either side?
Blind spots
Which pedal is on the left side?
Brake pedal
What do you need to know before starting to move?
Children Animals Surrounding environment
hood release
Lever used to release the hood of the vehicle. A second latch located under the front edge of the hood must be released to open the hood. Usually located on the left side of the driver's compartment under the dash or just to the left of the steering column.
Brake Pedal
Located to the left of the accelerator. The driver slows the vehicle by applying downward pressure. How much and how rapidly the vehicle slows is determined by how much pressure the driver applies to the brake pedal and the friction between the tires and road surface.
Where should the inside rear view mirror be aimed?
Middle of back window
What offers the best protection in frontal crashes
Restraints/airbags
Where should infants and young children ride in a vehicle?
Ride in backseat with booster seat and safety belt
head restraint
a padded device, sometimes adjustable, extending above the seat back, in the front or rear designed to reduce the risk of neck injury caused by whiplash from the impact of a crash.
Safety belts
a restraining belt designed to protect the driver and riders in a motor vehicle. Lap belts fasten across the hips; shoulder belts fasten across the shoulder and chest. One of the most important safety features in a motor vehicle and is designed to help slow occupants rate of deceleration in a frontal collision.
Air bags
a safety device that automatically inflates upon impact in a frontal and/or side collision to prevent occupants from striking the vehicle's interior. Air bags work in conjunction with safety belts and protect against head and chest injuries.
owner's manual
a valuable resource for understanding the operation and maintenance of the vehicle. Reading the owner's manual will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements assisting in the safe operation of the vehicle.
How should outside mirrors be set?
adjust it by hand so both mirrors show edge of vehicle
I would come on and flash if there were a problem with the supplemental restraint system.
air bag light
i have a snowflake on my button that turns me off and on
air conditioner
What are hazard flashers used for?
make lights flash to attract attention when pulled to the side slow drivers
I am activated by the driver when the car is disabled on the roadside.
emergency flashers/hazard lights
What is the purpose of the vehicle owner's manual?
ensures familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements
Accelerator
foot-operated pedal suspended from the firewall on the right side of the drivers foot position. Speed is controlled by adjusting pressure on the pedal.
i indicate the gas level in the fuel tank when the vehicle is on
fuel gauge
Instrument panel
grudges and lights which provide important information about the vehicle's safety and operational condition. It is located on the dashboard, behind the steering wheel.
Headlights (low beam)
headlight setting used often during daylight or city driving; projects light over less distance than high beams.
Parking brake
holds a vehicle in place when parked and to protect the transmission. May be either a foot operated pedal located to the far left side of the driver's foot position, a hand operated lever located to the right of the steering column or to the right of the driver on the floor or center console.
i alert another person you must push the hub of the steering wheel to activate me
horn
I have five positions. The driver would use a key to turn me and start or turn off the engine
ignition switch
If parked on the street, how should you approach the driver's door?
key/key fob in hand from the front of the vehicle
How can you compensate for the space you cannot see from the driver's seat?
learn where the unseen boundaries exist to help prevent collisions and adjust the vehicles features to maximize your view from the vehicle in all directions
what should you do before driving (7 procedures)?
lock doors, place key in ignition, adjust seat, adjust mirrors, fasten safety belt, adjust head restraints and assure passengers are buckled.
pre-entry checks
looking around the outside of the vehicle for broken glass, body damage, fluid leaks, objects that could damage the vehicle, snow build up and children and pets.
