Safety & Your Vehicle

Question 1

Which parts of the car need to be checked regularly?

Answer 1

Lights, brakes, speedometer, horn, steering, exhaust, wipers, oil/water, battery level, and tires

Question 2

What should you check your tires for?

Answer 2

• You should check the tread on your tyres when they are cold. They must be at least 1.6 mm deep across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire circumference.
• NEVER drive with tyres that have cuts or defects in the side site walls, as this is illegal.
• You should always remember to check your spare tyre too.

Question 3

What should you do if there’s a warning light on the dashboard?

Answer 3

• don’t ignore it
• check the handbook for its meaning

Question 4

What defects should you consult a garage for?

Answer 4

• the ABS light doesn’t go off when driving 5-10mph
• the steering vibrates
• the vehicle pulls to one side when breaking

Question 5

When entering the car, you should :

Answer 5

• adjust the seat
• adjust the headrest
• wear suitable shoes
• adjust the mirrors

Question 6

What are hazard lights for?

Answer 6

To warn others of a hazard ahead, such as if you are broken down, or there is queuing traffic on a motorway

Question 7

When parking on a two way road at night, you should :

Answer 7

• park in the direction of traffic
• if the speed limit is over 30mph, switch on parking lights

Question 8

How can you make your car secure?

Answer 8

• engage steering lock
• remove keys
• take valuables or leave them out of sight
• don’t leave registration paper in the car
• park in a well lit secure car park at night where possible

Question 9

Where should you avoid parking?

Answer 9

• in front of an entrance
• at or near a bus stop
• at the top of a hill
• blocking lowered Kerb for access
• on a bend or opposite side of the road
• on/near a level crossing

Question 10

To drive in a fuel efficient manner, you should :

Answer 10

• reduce your speed
• plan ahead
• change up gears as soon as possible
• have your vehicle serviced regularly
• switch off the engine when not in use
• walking / using transport for short journeys

Question 11

When can’t you sound your horn?

Answer 11

Between the hours of 11.30pm to 7am unless it’s an emergency