Learner's Driver Test BC

Lights - 2nd Position

The second position controls the headlights.

Seat There should be at least how much space between the driver and the air bag?

25 cm (10 in)

1 - First Gear Use Standard Car

The lowest gear. Use it from a stopped position to speeds of 10 - 15 km/h. Use when pulling heavy loads or when going up or down very steep hills.

It is illegal to park within __ metres of a crosswalk or intersection

within six metres of a crosswalk or intersection

It is illegal to park within how many meters of a stop sign or traffic light?

within six metres of a stop sign or traffic light

Point of no return

point of no return — as you approach a stale green light — taking into consideration your speed, the road conditions and the traffic behind you — decide on a point where you will no longer be able to stop safely. This is sometimes called the point of no return.

When you use a roundabout: before you exit...

Signal "right" before you exit.

P - Park Gear Use Automatic Car

Use when starting the vehicle and when parked. Locks the transmission.

N - Neutral Gear Use Standard Car

Use when vehicle is stopped or when starting the engine.

High beam indicator

Usually a blue light that indicates the high beam headlights are on.

Cruise control

- Cruise control lets you pre-set a speed that will stay the same. - Use it only under ideal highway driving conditions.

Parking brake

- This brake keeps the vehicle from moving when it's parked. - Make sure you fully apply the parking brake when parking and fully release it before moving. - The parking brake is sometimes called an emergency brake because it can be used to slow the vehicle if the foot brake fails.

Controlled intersections

A controlled intersection is one that has signs or traffic lights telling you what to do. To drive safely in these intersections, you need to know what the signals and signs mean, and also the right-of-way rules.

What speed should you remain under when driving with a spare tire?

A space-saver spare tire has the correct air pressure marked on its side.

Where does a space-saver spare tire have the correct air pressure marked on?

A space-saver spare tire has the correct air pressure marked on its side.

What is a three-point turn?

A three-point turn is done by making a sharp turn to the left in the middle of a block, and stopping just before the curb. To complete the three-point turn, back up to your right and then proceed to drive down the street in the opposite direction.

What is a two-point turn?

A two-point turn is done by stopping near the side of the road, backing into a driveway and then turning into the street to proceed in the opposite direction.

Low tire pressure warning light

Comes on if one or more tires have low air pressure.

Odometer

Displays the distance that the vehicle has travelled since manufacture.

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (r.p.m.)

A highway entrance gives you a short distance to match your speed to the vehicles already on the highway. Observe the freeway traffic, make sure you have a space that is safe to move into, signal your intention and then move into traffic.

Entrance

Signal your intention to turn off the highway, maintaining your speed until you enter the exit lane. Then slow down gradually as you prepare to enter roads with lower speed limits.

Exit

Four-way stop: If two vehicles are facing each other and have arrived at the intersection at about the same time, who should go first?

If two vehicles are facing each other and have arrived at the intersection at about the same time, the one making a left turn should yield to the one going straight through.

If two vehicles are stopped at a two-way stop and one of the drivers wants to turn left, who should yield.

If two vehicles are stopped at a two-way stop and one of the drivers wants to turn left, this driver should yield the right-of way to the other vehicle.

Four-way stop: if two vehicles arrive the same times, who should go first?

If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the one on the right should go first.

If another vehicle has arrived at the intersection before you what should you do?

If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.

If two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time who should yield?

If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.

N - Neutral Gear Use Automatic Car

If vehicle stalls while moving, use to restart the engine.

If you intend to go straight through and a vehicle is already in the intersection turning left what should you do?

If you intend to go straight through and a vehicle is already in the intersection turning left, you should yield.

When you use a roundabout: If you want to go straight...

If you want to go straight, you may use either the left or right lane.

When you use a roundabout: If you want to turn left...

If you want to turn left, make sure you are in the left lane.

When you use a roundabout: If you want to turn right...

If you want to turn right, use the right lane.

Door ajar warning light

Indicates a door is not properly closed.

Airbag warning light

Indicates that the vehicle is equipped with air bags. If it comes on while driving, there may be a fault in the air bag system. Have it checked by a mechanic.

Fuel gauge

Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.

Oil pressure warning light

Indicates the oil pressure in the engine. It does not tell you how much oil is in the engine.

Electronic stability control warning light

Indicates the vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system

Anti-lock braking system warning light

Indicates the vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes. If the light stays on after starting the car, there may be a fault in the anti-lock braking system. Have it checked by a mechanic.

Check engine warning light

Indicates there is a possible fault in the engine. Have it checked by a mechanic.

Seatbelts Who's responsibility is it to ensure that passengers are properly secured with seatbelts or child restraint systems.

It is the driver's responsibility to make sure that all passengers are properly secured with seatbelts or child restraint systems.

Smoking

It's illegal to smoke in any motor vehicle when there are any passengers under 16 years old.

Safety restraints for children stage 4 — seatbelt only specifications

It's recommended you keep children in the back seat until 12 years of age. • The lap belt should fit low over the pelvic bones. • Shoulder belt should fit over the shoulder and snug across the chest. • Never put the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back. This could cause serious injury in the event of a crash. • Keep the seat in an upright position, not reclined. Seatbelts were designed for upright seating. A deeply reclined seat can cause a passenger to slide out from under the seatbelt in the event of a crash.

This sign tells you the right lane will end soon. If you're driving in a lane that ends ahead, you need to change lanes. Adjust your speed, keeping within the speed limit, and wait for a safe gap in the other lane.

Merging

When can you pass on the right?

Pass on the right only on a roadway that has two or more lanes, or if a driver ahead is turning left. Do not use the shoulder to pass.

Seatbelts How should pregnant women wear their seatbelts?

Pregnant women should make sure the lap belt is snug and below the baby.

When you move into another vehicle's lane, who has the right of way?

Remember, if you move into another vehicle's lane, that vehicle has the right-of-way.

Seatbelt warning light

Reminds you to fasten your seatbelt.

Brake warning light

Reminds you to release the parking brake before moving. If the light comes on while using the foot brake, it means the brake system is not working properly. Have it checked by a mechanic.

Roundabouts

Roundabouts are usually larger than traffic circles. Some roundabouts have more than one lane.

Speedometer

Shows the speed the vehicle is travelling.

Engine temperature warning light

Shows the temperature of the engine coolant and whether the engine is overheating.

Temperature gauge

Shows the temperature of the engine coolant and whether the engine is overheating.

Turn signal indicator light

Shows whether a turn signal is on. Both will flash when the hazard lights are on.

Alternator warning light

Shows whether the battery is charging.

When is the anti-lock braking system (ABS) activated?

The anti-lock braking system is activated only when you press heavily on the brake pedal — for example, during an emergency stop.

Lights - 1st Position

The first position of the light switch controls: - the tail lights, - parking lights and side-marker lights, - the dashboard and licence plate lights.

Four-way stop: Who should go first?

The first vehicle to arrive at the intersection and come to a complete stop should go first.

Trip odometer

This can be set when you start on a trip to show you how far you have travelled.

Ignition switch - Start position

Turn to this position to start the engine, then release switch so that it returns to the On position.

Uncontrolled intersections

Uncontrolled intersections have no signs or traffic lights. They are usually found in areas where there isn't much traffic.

O - Overdrive Gear Use Automatic Car

Use at speeds of over 40 km/h to save fuel.

5 - Fifth Gear Use Standard Car

Use for highway cruising on 5-speed models

6 - Sixth Gear Use Standard Car

Use for highway cruising on 6-speed models.

4 - Fourth Gear Use Standard Car

Use for highway speeds on 4-speed models.

D - Drive Gear Use Automatic Car

Use for normal forward driving.

3 - Third Gear Use Standard Car

Use for speeds between 30 - 60 km/h.

2 - Second Gear Use Standard Car

Use from speeds of 15 - 30 km/h, for hills and when driving on snow or ice.

R - Reverse Gear Use Automatic Car/Standard Car

Use when backing up. Turns on reverse (white) lights.

1 - First Gear Use Automatic Car

Use when pulling heavy loads or when going up or down very steep hills.

2 - Second Gear Use Automatic Car

Use when pulling heavy loads or when going up or down very steep hills.

When you are on a freeway with more than two lanes in each direction, which lane should you drive in?

When you are on a freeway with more than two lanes in each direction, you should drive in the centre lane or a right-hand lane.

Before you start the engine, always

adjust your seat, head restraint and mirrors.

Two-Way Stops

if two streets intersect and only one of the streets has stop signs, then the other street is a through street. Traffic on the through street has the right-of-way.

Ignition switch - Acc position

ignition is off but some electrical components may be used (e.g., radio)

Ignition switch - Off position

ignition is off but the steering is not locked

Ignition switch - On position

ignition is on

Ignition switch - Lock position

steering is locked and ignition is off

Mirrors Make sure you can see all around your vehicle when driving:

• Adjust the rear-view mirror so you can see as much as possible behind you. • Adjust your side-view mirrors to reduce the blind spots as much as possible.

Safety restraints for children stage 3 — booster seat specifications

• Booster seats ensure proper seatbelt fit. They raise the child to correctly position the adult seatbelt across the bony structures of the chest and pelvis. It's safest if a child remains in a booster seat until they reach 145 cm (4'9"). • Must be over 18 kg (40 lbs). • Required until at least nine years old or 145 cm (4'9"), whichever comes first. • Place in back seat. • Booster is used with a lap/shoulder seatbelt. • Position lap belt low over hip bones and shoulder belt over shoulder and in front of chest. • Do not use a booster seat with only a lap belt.

Safety restraints for children stage 1 — rear-facing specifications

• From birth until at least one year old and 9 kg (20 lbs). • Place in back seat. • Position centre-rear. • Rear-facing as long as possible. • NOT on front seat with an active airbag.

Safety restraints for children stage 2 — forward-facing with tether specifications

• Must be over one year old and over 9 kg (20 lbs). • Up to at least 18 kg (40 lbs). • Place in back seat. • May remain rear-facing if allowed by manufacturer's weight limits. • Always use with a tether strap.

When you're using a traffic circle:

• Slow down as you approach the circle. • Obey any posted traffic control signs, such as "Yield" or "Stop" signs. If there are no traffic control signs, treat it as an uncontrolled intersection. • Yield to any traffic in the traffic circle. If another vehicle arrives at the traffic circle at the same time as you do, yield to the vehicle on your right. • Go around the traffic circle to the right (that is, in a counterclockwise direction).

A thinking driver chooses to:

• be fit to drive • make good decisions • take responsibility.

Seat Your seat should be upright and in a position where you can:

• push the small of your back into the seat • sit upright, never with a reclined seat • with your right foot, reach the floor behind the brake pedal and still have a slight bend in your leg • turn the steering wheel and keep your arms slightly bent • reach all the controls • keep your left foot comfortably on the space to the left of the brake pedal or clutch pedal.

You should signal when you're preparing to:

• turn left or right • change lanes • park • move toward, or away from, the side of the road.