Steering Wheel Methods

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Questions and Answers

What should you do if you start to skid?

Take your foot off the accelerator and turn the steering wheel sharply to the left.

Press the brake pedal firmly and turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid.

Accelerate quickly to regain traction.

Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. (correct)

Why might your vehicle skid, regardless of which way the steering wheel is turned?

If you're driving on a slippery surface.

If you brake too hard when you're going too fast. (correct)

If you're driving uphill.

If you're driving too slowly.

What should you do if your vehicle is equipped with rear-wheel ABS and begins to skid?

Take your foot off the accelerator and coast to a stop.

Ease up on the brake pedal while maintaining just enough pressure to allow the front wheels to roll again. (correct)

Press the brake pedal firmly and turn the steering wheel sharply.

Remove your foot from the brake pedal and turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction.

How can you avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?

By slowing down and avoiding areas like oil or standing water. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your vehicle is not equipped with ABS and begins to skid?

Quickly pump your brakes until you're at a safe speed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended starting position for Hand-to-Hand Steering?

9 and 3 o'clock Signup and view all the answers

When parking on a hill, what should you do to prevent your vehicle from rolling?

Set the parking brake and leave the vehicle in park or in gear Signup and view all the answers

When would you use the Hand-Over-Hand Steering method?

When turning at low speeds, parking, or recovering from a skid Signup and view all the answers

Where should you place your hand when one-hand steering is required while backing up?

At the 12 o'clock position Signup and view all the answers

When backing up, what should you do to maintain control of the vehicle?

Back up at a smooth, safe speed and adjust the steering wheel when needed Signup and view all the answers

Why would you use hand-and-arm signals?

When your vehicle's signal lights are not functioning Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when heading downhill and parking on a hill?

Turn the wheels toward the curb Signup and view all the answers

When should you signal?

When turning, changing lanes, slowing down, or stopping Signup and view all the answers

When parking on a sloping driveway, what should you do with the wheels?

Turn the wheels so the vehicle will not roll into the street Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of turning the wheels when parking on a hill?

To prevent the vehicle from rolling Signup and view all the answers

What is permitted during the drive test?

Using vehicle safety technology, such as backup cameras and blind spot monitors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the drive test?

To determine your skill in operating a motor vehicle in most road situations Signup and view all the answers

What happens if your vehicle does not meet the requirements?

Your drive test will be rescheduled Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited during the drive test?

The use of a recording device, including a video recorder Signup and view all the answers

What exceptions are made for accompanying you during the drive test?

Training, service animals, and certain law enforcement situations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Backing Up Safely

Look in your rearview mirror and over your shoulder for approaching vehicles and pedestrians.
Back up in a straight line for three vehicle lengths while remaining within three feet of the curb.

Parking on a Hill

Set the parking brake and leave the vehicle in park, or in gear for manual transmission.
Turn the wheels:
- On a sloping driveway: into the curb.
- Headed downhill: into the curb or towards the side of the road.
- Headed uphill: away from the curb and let the vehicle roll back a few inches.
- No curb: towards the shoulder of the road.

Parking at Colored Curbs

Painted colored curbs have special parking rules.

Preventing Skidding

Slow down at intersections and curves.
Avoid fast turns and quick stops.
Shift to low gear before going down a steep hill.
Avoid areas with low traction.

Recovering from a Skid

Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator.
Do not use the brakes.
Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

Locked Wheel Skids

If equipped with ABS, apply firm pressure on the brake pedal.
If not equipped with ABS, pump the brakes until at a safe speed.

Steering Techniques

Hand-to-Hand Steering

Start with hands at 9 and 3 o'clock or 8 and 4 o'clock.
Do not cross hands over the middle of the steering wheel.

Hand-Over-Hand Steering

Start with hands at 8 and 4 o'clock.
Reach across the steering wheel to grasp the opposite side.
Let go with one hand and reach across with the other.

One-Hand Steering

Use when turning while backing up or operating vehicle controls.

Signals, Horns, and Headlights

Always signal when turning, changing lanes, slowing down, or stopping.
Use signal lights or hand-and-arm positions.

Behind-the-Wheel Test

The test evaluates your skill in operating a motor vehicle.
Advanced driver assistance systems are not permitted during the test.
Vehicle safety technology may be used, but not as a replacement for actual visual checks.

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Description

Learn about hand-to-hand and hand-over-hand steering techniques, including how to position your hands on the wheel and when to use each method. Understand the importance of proper steering wheel control for safe driving.