Safety and your vehicle

Question 1

What should you do when leaving your vehicle?

Answer 1

Remove all valuables

Question 2

Which THREE does the law require you to keep in good condition?

Answer 2

Headlights
Windscreen
Seat Belts

Question 3

To help protect the environment you should NOT

Answer 3

use your car for very short journeys

Question 4

How can you, as a driver, help the environment?

Answer 4

• By reducing your speed
• By gentle acceleration”,”By using leaded fuel
• by servicing your vehicle properly

Question 5

It is illegal to drive with tyres that

Answer 5

have a large deep cut in the side wall

Question 6

What will reduce the risk of neck injury resulting from a collision?

Answer 6

A properly adjusted head restraint

Question 7

A roof rack fitted to your car will

Answer 7

increase fuel consumption

Question 8

The main cause of brake fade is

Answer 8

the brakes over heating

Question 9

Driving with under-inflated tyres can affect

Answer 9

fuel consumption

Question 10

Rapid acceleration and heavy braking can lead to

Answer 10

increased fuel consumption

Question 11

You are carrying two 13 year old children and their parents in your car. Who is responsible for seeing that the children wear seat belts?

Answer 11

you, the driver

Question 12

By avoiding busy times when travelling

Answer 12

you are less likely to be delayed

Question 13

You are parked on a road at night. Where must you use parking lights?

Answer 13

Where the speed limit exceeds 30 mph

Question 14

It is essential that tyre pressures are checked regularly. When should this be done?

Answer 14

When tyres are cold

Question 15

the purpose of a catalytic converter is to reduce

Answer 15

• toxic exhaust gases
• to reduce harmful exhaust gases

Question 16

Which of these is most likely to deter the theft of your vehicle?

Answer 16

An immobiliser

Question 17

Which of the following should not be kept in your vehicle?

Answer 17

The vehicle documents

Question 18

What can cause heavy steering?

Answer 18

Under-inflated tyres

Question 19

Which of these, if allowed to get low, could cause you to crash?

Answer 19

brake fuild level

Question 20

As well as planning your route before starting a journey, you should also plan an alternative route. Why us this?

Answer 20

Your first route may be blocked

Question 21

Why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid busy times?

Answer 21

You will have an easier journey

Question 22

Excessive or uneven tyre wear can be caused by faults in which THREE of the following?

Answer 22

• braking system,
• wheel alignment and
• the suspension.

Question 23

trams are environmentally friendly because they

Answer 23

• reduces noise pollution
• uses electricity
• reduced town traffic

Question 24

You enter a road where there are road hmps. What should you do?

Answer 24

Maintain a reduced speed throughout

Question 25

You are checking your trailer tyres. What is the minimum legal thread depth over the central three quarters of its breadth?

Answer 25

1.6 mm

Question 26

You are carrying an 11-year-old child in the back seat of your car. They are under 1.35 metres in height. You MUST make sure that

Answer 26

a suitable restraint is available

Question 27

You are using a rear-facing baby seat. You want to put it on the front passenger seat which is protected by a frontal airbag. What must you do before setting off?

Answer 27

Deactivate the airbag

Question 28

You are parked at the side of the road. You will be waiting for some time for a passenger. What should you do?

Answer 28

Switch off the engine

Question 29

You have too much oil in your engine. What could this cause?

Answer 29

oil leaks

Question 30

you can save fuel when conditions allow by

Answer 30

missing out some gears

Question 31

Your vehicle pulls to one side when braking. You should

Answer 31

consult your garage as soon as possible

Question 32

Driving with under-inflated tyres can affect

Answer 32

- fuel consumption - braking

Question 33

what must you have when you apply to renew your vehicle tax

Answer 33

valid insurance

Question 34

how can you reduce the environmental harm caused by your motor vehicle? how canyon avoid wasting fuel?

Answer 34

- keep engine revs (its speed) low - by accelerating gently - by having your vehicle serviced regularly

Question 35

on a vehicle, where would you find a catalytic convert?

Answer 35

underneath the car, fitted on to the exhaust system

Question 36

what can people who live or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollutions levels

Answer 36

walk or cycle

Question 37

when will your vehicle use more fuel

Answer 37

when its tyres are under-inflated

Question 38

what could you do to reduce the volume of traffic on the roads

Answer 38

walk or cycle on short distances

Question 39

when may a passenger travel in a car without wearing a seat belt

Answer 39

when they are exempt for medical reasons

Question 40

how can you reduce the damage your vehicle causes to the environment

Answer 40

anticipate well ahead

Question 41

what's the safest thing to do if you have to leave valuables in your car

Answer 41

lock them out of sight

Question 42

where would parking your vehicle cause an obstruction?

Answer 42

in front of a property entrance

Question 43

you have to arrive on time for an appointment. how should you plan for the journey

Answer 43

allow plenty of time for the trip

Question 44

how can you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?

Answer 44

install a security coded radio

Question 45

what should you do if your anti-lock brakes warning lights stays on

Answer 45

have the brakes checked immediately

Question 46

why have red routes been introduced in major cities?

Answer 46

to help traffic flow

Question 47

how should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn't available?

Answer 47

using an adult seat belt

Question 48

how can you reduce the risk of your vehicle being broken into at night?

Answer 48

leave it in a well-lit area

Question 49

how much fuel will you use by driving at 70mph, compared with driving at 50mph?

Answer 49

15% or up to 30%

Question 50

what can be damaged if you turn the steering wheel when the car isn't moving?

Answer 50

the tyres

Question 51

when are you not allowed to sound your vehicle's horn?

Answer 51

between 11:30pm and 7:00am in a built-up area

Question 52

what will help you to keep your car secure?

Answer 52

registering with a vehicle watch scheme

Question 53

why should you try and park in a secure car park?

Answer 53

it helps deter thieves

Question 54

how would under-inflated tyres affect your vehicles?

Answer 54

the vehicles stopping distance would increase

Question 55

what does eco safe driving achieve

Answer 55

improved road safety

Question 56

you are leaving your vehicle parked on a road and unattended. when may you leave the engine running?

Answer 56

never if you are away from the vehicle

Question 57

what can you achieve if you drive smoothly

Answer 57

reduction in fuel consumption by about 15%

Question 58

what may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?

Answer 58

- etching the registration number on the windows - An immobiliser

Question 59

what makes your tyres illegal?

Answer 59

if they have any large, deep cuts in the side wall

Question 60

what's most likely to increase fuel consumption

Answer 60

hash braking and accelerating

Question 61

what does it mean if your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel?

Answer 61

the shock absorbers are worn

Question 62

which driving technique can help you save fuel

Answer 62

missing out some gears

Question 63

you need to top up your battery with distilled water. what level should you fill it to?

Answer 63

just above the cell plates

Question 64

what will reduce fuel consumption

Answer 64

driving more slowly

Question 65

what is the most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint

Answer 65

to help you avoid neck injury

Question 66

when its fuel consumption at its highest

Answer 66

when accelerating

Question 67

what should you remove from your car before leaving it unattended?

Answer 67

the vehicle registration document

Question 68

what could cause you to crash if the level is allowed to get too low?

Answer 68

brake fluid level

Question 69

how will you benefit from following the manufactures service schedule for your vehicle?

Answer 69

your vehicle remain reliable

Question 70

how should you drive when driving along a road that has road humps?

Answer 70

maintain a reduced speed throughout

Question 71

why wear suitable shoes when driving

Answer 71

to maintain control of the pedals

Question 72

when should you check the engine oil level

Answer 72

before a long journey

Question 73

what can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear

Answer 73

faulty in suspension system

Question 74

when should tyres pressures be checked

Answer 74

when tyres are cold

Question 75

what will happen if your car's wheels are unbalanced

Answer 75

the steering will vibrate

Question 76

the fluid level in your battery is low. what build should you use to top it up?

Answer 76

distilled water

Question 77

why do MOT tests include an exhaust emission test?

Answer 77

to help protect the environment against pollution

Question 78

what likely to happen if you put too much oil in your engine?

Answer 78

increase pressure leading to oil leaks (the oil seals will leak)

Question 79

what's bad affected if the tyres are under-inflated

Answer 79

braking

Question 80

What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on?

Answer 80

have the brakes checked immediately