Transcript SYSTEMS AND CHECKS PRIOR TO DRIVING

SYSTEMS AND CHECKS
PRIOR TO DRIVING
CHAPTER FOUR
Controlling Movement
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Ignition switch: where the key goes, has five
positions. Turn to lock before removing
Accelerator: moves vehicle, use right foot,
causes fuel to flow to engine
Brake pedal: slow or stop vehicle, use right
foot, power brakes
Steering wheel: controls direction
Movement cont’d
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Selector lever (automatic): pull handle toward
you then adjust. Vehicle starts in Park or
Neutral. Know the order.
Gearshift (Manual) use clutch to start vehicle.
Use clutch whenever changing gears.
Parking brake: keeps vehicle from rolling
Cruise control: maintains a constant speed.
Intended for flat highway driving. You may not
be as alert as without it.
Aiding Visibility
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Headlights: use low beam most of the time
Taillights, dashboard, Etc. : helps other see
you, and easier to see controls inside.
Daytime running lights: helps other see you.
They don’t turn on other lights
Fog lights: project low, can also be uses iin
sonowy conditions
Mirrors
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Help see behind and to the side
Most useful when changing lanes
Can’t eliminate blind spots
Adjust before driving (read pg 75)
Other Devices
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Windshield wipers and washer
Sun-visors
Defroster
Protection Features
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Safety belts: risk of being killed is reduced
45%, risk for injury is reduced 50%. Even
more helpful in light trucks. 49 states require
front-seat to have them on.
Head restraints:protect against whiplash.
Should be about 3.5 inches below top of
head.
Air Bags: follow the warning labels, especially
for children
Door Locks: ??????
Guarding Against Theft
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Ignition buzzer reminds you to take keys
out.
Locks: door, steering column, trunk,
hood, gas tank
Antitheft devices: may include remote
control transmitters on key chains
Providing Information
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Speedometer/Odometer
Fuel gauge
Alternator gauge
Temperature gauge/light
Oil pressure gauge/light
Brake light
Other lights: parking brake, door ajar, air-bag
Communicating With Others
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Taillights
Turn signals
Emergency flashers
Parking lights
horn
Check Surrounding Area
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Look for children. About 200 under age
6 are killed yearly
Look for animals
Look for objects
Look under vehicle for stains
Checking Tires
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Keep tires at correct air pressure
Look for extensive wear or damage
Know which way your wheels are turned
Body of the Vehicle
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Check for damage or missing parts
Make sure lights and windows are clean
and undamaged
Scrape snow and ice
Under the Hood
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Check engine oil, radiator coolant/antifreeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid,
windshield washer fluid
Check battery connections
Getting into the Vehicle
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Load packages from curbside
Look carefully for approaching traffic
Have keys in hand
Walk around the front of your vehicle to
see better
Wait for a break in traffic before opening
the door
After entering the Vehicle
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Close and lock doors
Adjust seat
Adjust head rrestraints
Adjust mirrors
Check the windows
Know the controls that you will use
FASTEN YOUR SAFETY BELT!!
Comfort and Control
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Seat-position controls: adjust before
driving
Steering wheel: top should not be
higher than shoulders
Air conditioner / heater
Air vents