Safety and Your Vehicle/Motorcycle Flashcards
You’re carrying two 13-year-old children and their parents in your car. Who’s responsible for seeing that the children wear seat belts?
You, the driver
How can you avoid wasting fuel?
By having your vehicle serviced regularly
What could you do to reduce the volume of traffic on the roads?
Walk or cycle on short journeys
What’s most likely to waste fuel?
Under-inflated tyres
What will happen if your car’s wheels are unbalanced?
The steering will vibrate
What should you do when leaving your vehicle parked and unattended?
Lock it and remove the key
How can you reduce the damage your vehicle causes to the environment?
Anticipate well ahead
On a vehicle, where would you find a catalytic converter?
On the exhaust system
Which driving technique can help you save fuel?
Missing out some gears
What’s the purpose of road humps, chicanes and narrowings?
To reduce traffic speed
Why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid busy times?
You’ll have an easier journey
What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on?
Have the brakes checked immediately
Why is it important to wear suitable shoes when you’re driving?
To maintain control of the pedals
If you’re involved in a collision, what will reduce the risk of neck injury?
A properly adjusted head restraint
What does it mean if your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel?
The shock absorbers are worn
What makes your tyres illegal?
If they have any large, deep cuts in the side wall
What should you do if your vehicle pulls to one side when you use the brakes?
Have the brakes checked as soon as possible
What can be damaged if you turn the steering wheel when the car isn’t moving?
The tyres
What may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?
Etching the registration number on the windows
What should you remove from your car before leaving it unattended?
The vehicle registration document
What will reduce fuel consumption?
Driving more slowly
You service your own vehicle. How should you dispose of the old engine oil?
Take it to a local-authority site
How will you benefit from following the manufacturer’s service schedule for your vehicle?
Your vehicle will remain reliable
When should you check the engine oil level?
Before a long journey
You’re having difficulty finding a parking space in a busy town. Can you park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing?
No, not under any circumstances
What can you do to reduce environmental damage caused by your vehicle?
Avoid making a lot of short journeys
What will help you to keep your car secure?
Registering with a Vehicle Watch scheme
What does ecosafe driving achieve?
Improved road safety
What’s the legal minimum tread depth for tyres on your trailer or caravan?
1.6 mm
When is fuel consumption at its highest?
When you’re accelerating
When may a passenger travel in a car without wearing a seat belt?
When they’re exempt for medical reasons
What’s likely to happen if you put too much oil in your engine?
The oil seals will leak
You have to make an unexpected journey. You’re carrying a five-year-old child on the back seat of your car. They’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. How should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn’t available?
Using an adult seat belt
You’re carrying an 11-year-old child on the front seat of your car. They’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. What seat belt security must be in place?
They must use a suitable child restraint
You’re stopped at the side of the road. What must you do if you’ll be waiting there for some time?
Switch off the engine
You want to put a rear-facing baby seat on the front passenger seat. What must you do if the passenger seat is protected by a frontal airbag?
Deactivate the airbag
You’re leaving your vehicle parked on a road and unattended. When may you leave the engine running?
Never if you’re away from the vehicle
How should you drive when you’re driving along a road that has road humps?
Maintain a reduced speed throughout
What does it mean if the electronic stability control (ESC) indicator lamp lights up while you’re driving?
The ESC system has activated
How would under-inflated tyres affect your vehicle?
The vehicle’s stopping distance would increase
When are you not allowed to sound your vehicle’s horn?
Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am in a built-up area
What’s the purpose of a catalytic converter?
To reduce harmful exhaust gases
When should tyre pressures be checked?
When tyres are cold
How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery?
Take it to a local-authority disposal site
What’s most likely to increase fuel consumption?
Harsh braking and accelerating
The fluid level in your battery is low. What fluid should you use to top it up?
Distilled water
You’re parked on the road at night. When must you use parking lights?
When the speed limit exceeds 30 mph
What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?
A faulty braking system
You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to?
Just above the cell plates
How can you plan your route before starting a long journey?
Use a route planner on the internet
How will your journey be affected by travelling outside the busy times of day?
Your journey will have fewer delays
You plan your route before starting a journey. Why should you also plan an alternative route?
Your original route may be blocked
You have to arrive on time for an appointment. How should you plan for the journey?
Allow plenty of time for the trip
What can you expect if you drive using rapid acceleration and heavy braking?
Increased fuel consumption
What could cause you to crash if the level is allowed to get too low?
Brake-fluid level
How much more fuel will you use by driving at 70 mph, compared with driving at 50 mph?
About 15%
What does it mean if this light comes on while you’re driving?
A fault in the braking system
What’s the legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres?
1.6 mm
How can drivers help the environment?
By accelerating gently
What should you do when you leave your car unattended for a few minutes?
Lock it and remove the key
Where would parking your vehicle cause an obstruction?
In front of a property entrance
What’s the most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint?
To help you avoid neck injury
What can people who live or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?
Walk or cycle
How can you reduce the chances of your car being broken into when leaving it unattended?
Take all valuables with you
How can you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?
Install a security-coded radio
You’re driving a friend’s children home from school. They’re both under 14 years old. Who’s responsible for making sure they wear a seat belt or approved child restraint where required?
You, the driver
What makes the vehicle in the picture ‘environmentally friendly’?
It’s powered by electricity
Why have ‘red routes’ been introduced in major cities?
To help the traffic flow
When will your vehicle use more fuel?
When its tyres are under-inflated
How can you reduce the environmental harm caused by your motor vehicle?
Keep engine revs low
How will a roof rack affect your car?
Fuel consumption will increase
What part of the car does the law require you to keep in good condition?
The seat belts
What’s the safest thing to do if you have to leave valuables in your car?
Lock them out of sight
Why do MOT tests include an exhaust emission test?
To help protect the environment against pollution
Why should you try and park in a secure car park?
It helps deter thieves
How can you reduce the risk of your vehicle being broken into at night?
Leave it in a well-lit area
What can you achieve if you drive smoothly?
Reduction in fuel consumption by about 15%
How can driving in an ecosafe manner help protect the environment?
By reducing exhaust emissions
