Safety And Your Vihecle Flashcards

1
Q

When should you check the engine oil level?

A

Before a long journey

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2
Q

What will help you keep your car secure?

A

Registering with a Vehicle Watch Scheme

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3
Q

Which driving technique can help you save fuel?

A

Missing out some gears

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4
Q

What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

A

A faulty braking system

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5
Q

Why do MOT tests include an exhaust emission test?

A

To help protect the environment against pollution

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6
Q

What’s likely to happen if you put too much oil in your engine?

A

The oils seals will leak

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7
Q

What may help r deter a thief from stealing your car?

A

Etching the registration number on the windows

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8
Q

You have to arrive on time for an appointment. How should you plan for the journey?

A

Allow plenty of time for the trip

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9
Q

You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to?

A

Just above the cell plates

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10
Q

What does it mean if your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel?

A

The shock absorbers are worn

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11
Q

What does a shock absorber do ?

A

They control the unwanted and excess spring motion. Shock absorbers keep your tires in contact with the road at all times.

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12
Q

How can you reduce your chances of your car being broken into when leaving it unattended?

A

Take all valuables with you

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13
Q

How can you reduce the damage your vihecke causes to the environment?

A

-Anticipating well ahead
- walk short journeys

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14
Q

How much more fuel will you use by driving at 70mph, compared with driving at 50mph?

A

About 15%

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15
Q

What can people who live in this or work in town or cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?

A

Walk or cycle

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16
Q

What will reduce fuel consumption?

A

Driving more slowly ( controlled driving)

17
Q

What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on?

A

Have the brakes checked immediately

18
Q

Why should you try and park in a secure car park?

A

It helps deter thieves

19
Q

What should you do when leaving Vehicle parked and unattended?

A

Lock it and remove the key

20
Q

When are you not allowed to sound your vehicle horn?

A

Between 11:30 pm and 7:00 am in a built-up area

21
Q

At what age does it become their responsibility to put set belt on in the uk?

A

14 and over

22
Q

Who would obey diamond shaped traffic signs?

A

Tram drivers

23
Q

What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with a green flashing beacon?

A

Doctors car

24
Q

Which vehicle will use blue flashing beacon ?

A

Bomb disposal

25
Q

What should you do to avoid fuel spillage?

A

Check that your filler cap is securely fastened

26
Q

What’s a rumble device designed to do?

A

Alert you to hazard

27
Q

What’s the national speed limit for cars in motorcycles on a dual carriageway?

A

70 mph

28
Q

There are no speed limit signs on the road.
In England, Scotland and northern island how is a 30 mph limit generally Indicated?

A

By street lighting

29
Q

When may you stop on a clearway?

A

Never

30
Q

Who was priority at an unmarked crossroads?

A

No one has priority

31
Q

What’s the nearest you may park to a Junction?

A

10 metres (32 feet)

32
Q

What’s the speed limit for a car towing a caravan on a dual carriageway?

A

60 mph

33
Q

Other than direction indicators how can you give signals to other road users?

A

By using brake lights