Chapter 18 Flashcards
Five ways to use less fuel
- Starting
- Idling
- Accelerating
- Cruising speed & overdrive gear
- Steering & turning
Q. 5 Vehicles use most fuel when
b. Accelerating
Maximize fuel economy when starting your vehicle
avoid excessive idling upon startup
Accelerating
Maximize fuel when accelerating
Accelerate slowly & smoothly
Vehicles use most fuel when accelerating
Q. 1 When should you not use cruise control
a. In rain & other slick conditions
Q.2 Which gear minimizes engine revolutions & increase fuel economy
d. Overdrive
Q. 3 What technique can you use to save fuel
d. All of the above
Search far ahead
Carefully plan your route (reduce fuel use with a direct route)
Prepare your vehicle
Roof Racks
Increase wind resistance that affects fuel use
so lighten load
Tires
Checked & inflated once a month
Operating Pressure
Maximum Pressure
Tread Depth
critical for traction, in wet, snowy, muddy conditions
Tire quality
thread life, & traction rating should be considered when purchasing tires
Q. 4 ____ most important part on any vehicle
b. Tires
Winter
All Season
Summer
Advantages of properly maintaining vehicle
Reduce costly repairs
Increase fuel economy
keeps vehicle safe & reliable
Daily Maintenance
Windows
Brakes
Exhaust
Steering
Under the hood
Engine- Coolant Reservoir
Windshield- washer fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
(Should be changed according to maintenance schedule)
Weekly
Lights
Tires
Under hood
