Chapter 18

Question 1

Five ways to use less fuel

Answer 1

1. Starting
2. Idling
3. Accelerating
4. Cruising speed & overdrive gear
5. Steering & turning

Question 2

Q. 5 Vehicles use most fuel when

Answer 2

b. Accelerating
Maximize fuel economy when starting your vehicle
avoid excessive idling upon startup

Question 3

Accelerating

Answer 3

Maximize fuel when accelerating
Accelerate slowly & smoothly
Vehicles use most fuel when accelerating

Question 4

Q. 1 When should you not use cruise control

Answer 4

a. In rain & other slick conditions

Question 5

Q.2 Which gear minimizes engine revolutions & increase fuel economy

Answer 5

d. Overdrive

Question 6

Q. 3 What technique can you use to save fuel

Answer 6

d. All of the above
Search far ahead
Carefully plan your route (reduce fuel use with a direct route)
Prepare your vehicle

Question 7

Roof Racks

Answer 7

Increase wind resistance that affects fuel use
so lighten load

Question 8

Tires

Answer 8

Checked & inflated once a month

Operating Pressure

Maximum Pressure

Question 9

Tread Depth

Answer 9

critical for traction, in wet, snowy, muddy conditions

Question 10

Tire quality

Answer 10

thread life, & traction rating should be considered when purchasing tires

Question 11

Q. 4 ____ most important part on any vehicle

Answer 11

b. Tires

Winter
All Season
Summer

Question 12

Advantages of properly maintaining vehicle

Answer 12

Reduce costly repairs
Increase fuel economy
keeps vehicle safe & reliable

Question 13

Daily Maintenance

Answer 13

Windows
Brakes
Exhaust
Steering

Question 14

Under the hood

Answer 14

Engine- Coolant Reservoir
Windshield- washer fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
(Should be changed according to maintenance schedule)

Question 15

Weekly

Answer 15

Lights
Tires
Under hood

Question 16

Monthly

Answer 16

Wipers