Vehicle Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What indicates speed in both miles and kilometers per hour?

Speedometer

What indicates rotations in the engine in revolutions per minute?

Tachometer

What indicates the total number of miles your car has been driven since it was manufactured?

Odometer

What shows the fuel level in your car's fuel tank?

Fuel gauge Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your headlights?

Between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, whenever using windshield wipers in bad weather, or when visibility is below 1,000 ft. Signup and view all the answers

When should high beams be turned off?

When an oncoming vehicle is within 500 ft or when following a vehicle within 300 ft. Signup and view all the answers

Which way do you shift a turn signal lever to go left?

Down Signup and view all the answers

How can you save fuel while driving on hills?

Accelerate before you start climbing the hill. Signup and view all the answers

You must turn on your headlights _________________.

whenever you use your windshield wipers Signup and view all the answers

You must notify the DMV within 5 days when you ________.

sell or transfer your vehicle Signup and view all the answers

You need to maintain steady pressure on the ______________ to activate ABS.

brake pedal Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vehicle Flashcards Summary

Speedometer: Measures speed in miles per hour and kilometers per hour, essential for monitoring driving speed.
Tachometer: Displays engine rotations in revolutions per minute (RPM), helping determine engine performance and efficiency.
Odometer: Records total mileage driven since the vehicle's manufacture, important for tracking wear and maintenance needs.
Fuel Gauge: Indicates current fuel level in the tank, crucial for planning refueling stops.
Headlight Usage: Required between one-half hour post-sunset and one-half hour pre-sunrise; also necessary during rain with wipers on, or in low visibility conditions to ensure safety.
High Beam Usage: Must be turned off when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet or when following another vehicle within 300 feet to prevent blinding other drivers.
Turn Signal Operation: Shift up to signal a right turn and down to signal a left turn, vital for safe lane changes and turns.
Fuel Conservation on Hills: Advise to accelerate before ascending hills to maintain momentum and improve fuel efficiency.
Notification to DMV: Required within 5 days to report the sale or transfer of a vehicle, ensuring accurate registration records.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Activation: Steady pressure on the brake pedal is necessary for effective ABS operation, enhancing vehicle control during emergency braking.

Description

Explore essential vehicle components with these flashcards. Each card provides a specific term related to vehicle instrumentation along with its definition. Perfect for automotive enthusiasts and learners.