Safety & Your Vehicle Flashcards
What things should you check on a regular basis?
- Lights
- Brakes
- Steering
- Exhaust system
- Seat belts
- Horn
- speedometer
- Wipers/washers
- Oil/water levels
- Brake fluid
- Battery levels
- Windscreen
- Tyre pressures
- Tyre condition
How often should you check your tyre pressure?
Atleast once a week
When is best to check your tyre pressure?
When it’s cold
What 3 things can under inflated tyres affect?
- Steering (heavy)
- Fuel consumption (increase)
- Braking
How big should the tread be on your tyres?
Atleast 1.6mm deep
What can uneven wear on the tyres cause faults in?
- Braking system
- Suspension
- Wheel alignment (vibrate)
When should your ABS warning light go out?
When travelling at 5-10mph
How do you check the condition of your shock absorbers?
- ‘Bounce’ the vehicle
- Push down hard on each corner
- It shouldn’t continue to bounce unduly when released
- If it does then your shock absorbers are worn
What headlights should you use if visibility is poor?
Dipped headlights
When leaving your car in a two-way road at night, how should you park?
In the direction of traffic
When leaving your car in a two-way 30mph road at night, how should you park?
- In the direction of traffic
- Use parking lights
How often do you have to pass an MOT?
Every 3 years
4 in Northern Ireland
What times should you not use your horn in built-up areas?
7am-11:30pm
What is dry steering?
- Turning the steering wheel while the car isn’t moving
- Can cause unnecessary wear to the tyres and steering mechanisms
What is a catalytic converter?
A device fitted into the exhaust system. It reduces emissions by acting like a filter, removing some of the toxic waste
