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Which of the following are safety features added by vehicle manufacturers? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are safety features added by vehicle manufacturers? (Select all that apply)
- Cameras and infrared sensors (correct)
- Daytime running lights (correct)
- Self-driving capabilities
- Brake lights mounted high (correct)
What is the purpose of Daytime Running Lights?
What is the purpose of Daytime Running Lights?
To ensure that a driver can see and be seen at all hours of the day.
What do Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) do?
What do Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) do?
- Increase engine performance
- Enhance fuel efficiency
- Control vehicle speed automatically
- Apply a consistent pumping action to the brakes (correct)
What is the role of Traction Control Systems (TCS)?
What is the role of Traction Control Systems (TCS)?
What does Active Yaw Control Systems (AYC) monitor?
What does Active Yaw Control Systems (AYC) monitor?
What do Suspension Stability Systems do?
What do Suspension Stability Systems do?
How do Active Steering Control Systems operate?
How do Active Steering Control Systems operate?
What should you do if there is a crack in the windshield?
What should you do if there is a crack in the windshield?
What does the instrument panel include? (Select all that apply)
What does the instrument panel include? (Select all that apply)
What controls where your car moves?
What controls where your car moves?
What does the windshield wiper lever do?
What does the windshield wiper lever do?
What can be activated using the multi-function lever? (Select all that apply)
What can be activated using the multi-function lever? (Select all that apply)
What are the positions of the ignition switch? (Select all that apply)
What are the positions of the ignition switch? (Select all that apply)
Drivers with conventional brakes should never pump the brake pedal in emergencies.
Drivers with conventional brakes should never pump the brake pedal in emergencies.
What do you do with the clutch pedal in a car with standard transmission?
What do you do with the clutch pedal in a car with standard transmission?
What is the purpose of the dead pedal?
What is the purpose of the dead pedal?
What is the role of the parking brake?
What is the role of the parking brake?
What controls the connection between a car's engine and wheels?
What controls the connection between a car's engine and wheels?
Automatic transmissions are controlled by a selector lever.
Automatic transmissions are controlled by a selector lever.
Which gear would you use for climbing very steep hills?
Which gear would you use for climbing very steep hills?
What is the maximum speed for using 2 (Second gear)?
What is the maximum speed for using 2 (Second gear)?
What should you avoid when using cruise control?
What should you avoid when using cruise control?
Seat belts are the most effective safety restraint in vehicles.
Seat belts are the most effective safety restraint in vehicles.
What is the impact of a crash at 30 mph compared to falling from a three-story building?
What is the impact of a crash at 30 mph compared to falling from a three-story building?
What are restraints that require user engagement called?
What are restraints that require user engagement called?
What type of restraints work regardless of user actions?
What type of restraints work regardless of user actions?
What is the overall observed seat belt use rate in 2013?
What is the overall observed seat belt use rate in 2013?
Children 12 and under can safely ride in the front seat.
Children 12 and under can safely ride in the front seat.
What percentage of fatalities in 2013 involved vehicle occupants who were unrestrained?
What percentage of fatalities in 2013 involved vehicle occupants who were unrestrained?
What is one indirect consequence of driving without a seat belt?
What is one indirect consequence of driving without a seat belt?
Frontal air bags inflate during collisions occurring at speeds of less than 10 mph.
Frontal air bags inflate during collisions occurring at speeds of less than 10 mph.
What should you do to minimize the risk of air bag injuries?
What should you do to minimize the risk of air bag injuries?
How have designs improved to reduce the impact of collisions?
How have designs improved to reduce the impact of collisions?
Where should child safety seats be placed in vehicles?
Where should child safety seats be placed in vehicles?
Study Notes
Windshield and Safety Equipment
- Cracks in the windshield must be replaced immediately to ensure visibility and safety.
- Seat belts are the most effective safety restraint; their use reduced the risk of fatal injury by 45%.
- In 2013, 49% of occupant fatalities involved unrestrained individuals, with a higher percentage among young drivers aged 21-24.
Instrument Panel and Controls
- The instrument panel includes essential gauges: speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, trip odometer, tachometer, and temperature gauge.
- The ignition switch has several positions: Lock (key removal), Off (unlocked steering), Acc (accessories), On (operating electrical systems), and Start (engine activation).
Steering and Braking Systems
- The steering wheel controls the direction of the car by aligning the front wheels.
- Brake types differ: conventional brakes require pumping for sudden stops; anti-lock brakes (ABS) require firm pressure on the pedal.
- The parking brake operates independently on the back wheels, primarily used when parked.
Transmission
- Automatic transmissions adjust gears based on speed and include settings like Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, and lower gears (1 and 2).
- Manual transmission requires disengaging via the clutch pedal to change gears.
Child Safety and Restraints
- Child safety seats reduce fatal injuries for infants by 71% and toddlers by 54%.
- All children under 8 must be in an appropriate safety seat unless taller than 4'9".
- Passive restraints activate regardless of user action, while active restraints require engagement.
Air Bag Safety
- Frontal airbags inflate during collisions above 10-15 mph, enhancing safety when used with seat belts.
- Airbags can pose dangers to children; it is unsafe for children under 12 to sit in the front seat with an active airbag.
Vehicle Innovations for Safety
- Modern vehicles include crumple zones, side impact reinforcements, and laminated windshields to enhance occupant protection.
- Innovations like ABS, traction control, and integrated vehicle systems improve vehicle stability and control in diverse conditions.
General Safety and Collision Statistics
- Many collisions occur under 40 mph, with half of fatal collisions happening within 25 miles of home.
- Using seat belts increases occupant safety significantly, while unrestrained occupants are 30 times more likely to be ejected during a crash.
- Laws for child restraint have improved usage rates, with 89% of children under 15 secured in 2013.
Driving Aids
- Four-wheel drive aids control on uneven surfaces, while cruise control maintains speed over 30 mph.
- Advanced features now assist drivers with visibility, obstacle detection, and improving overall safety during operation.
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This quiz covers essential terms and definitions related to driver education, including key components of the dashboard and important safety tips. Ideal for anyone preparing for a driver's license exam, these flashcards will help reinforce crucial knowledge for safe driving. Test your understanding of vehicle instruments and maintenance basics.
