Safety and your vehicle Flashcards
whats the legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres?
1.6mm
you want to put a rear facing baby on the front passenger seat. what must you do if the passenger seat is protected by a frontal airbag?
de-activate the airbag
when are you not allowed to sound your vehicles horn?
11:30am-7:00am in built up area
how can you avoid wasting fuel?
having vehicle serviced regularly
what may deter a thief from your car?
etching the number plate registration number on the windows
when should tyre pressures be checked?
when tyres are cold
how can you reduce environmental harm caused by motor vehicle?
keep engine revs low
what does this light mean? (exclamation mark in circle)
fault in braking system
what can you do to reduce environmental damage caused by your vehicle?
avoid making a lot of short journeys
what will reduce fuel consumption?
driving more slowly
which driving technique can help you save fuel?
missing out some gears
what does it mean if your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel?
shock absorbers are worn
what will happen if your cars wheels are unbalanced?
steering will vibrate
youre parked on the road at night. when must you use parking lights?
when speed limit exceeds 30 mph
how can you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?
install a security coded radio