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Technical Matters Flashcards

1
Q

Why should headlights be aligned?

A

Enables the driver to see properly

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2
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What effect could incorrectly aligned headlights have?

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Could dazzle oncoming drivers

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3
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How frequently should headlights be checked?

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Daily before driving

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4
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What effect can a broken lens have on headlights?

A

Reduce and distort the beam

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5
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If you wish to drive at night but the right headlight bulb is blown, what should you do?

A

Not drive until the bulb is replaced

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6
Q

How would a driver know that a brake-light bulb is not working?

A

By standing at the rear and checking as another person presses the brake pedal

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7
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Can you drive on a public road when brake lights aren’t working?

A

No

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8
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What should a driver do if a system warning light lights up while driving?

A

Stop and check the problem

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9
Q

What is the purpose of the red reflectors at the rear of the vehicle?

A

Reflect light at night to make other road users aware of the vehicle

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10
Q

When a driver operates the indicator switch and hears a more rapid clicking noise than normal, what could this mean?

A

An indicator bulb may have blown

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11
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What does anti-lock braking system do?

A

Prevents the wheels from locking under harsh braking conditions

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12
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If the brake pedal feels soft or spongy when applied, what does this mean?

A

Fault in the brake fluid system

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13
Q

If a driver applies the foot brake and hears a scraping noise, what is the most likely cause?

A

Brake linings or pads are worn

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14
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What may indicate a problem with the vehicle’s braking system?

A

Stopping ability is affected

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15
Q

After changing a wheel what should be checked after a short distance?

A

Wheel nut tightness

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16
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When driving an automatic vehicle, what should the driver be aware of?

A

Engine braking power is reduced

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17
Q

What does a rev counter provide information on?

A

Engine revolutions

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18
Q

If the engine power is lower than normal, what should a driver do?

A

Have the vehicle checked by a competent person

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19
Q

What is the purpose of engine oil?

A

Lubricates the engine

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20
Q

If the oil pressure gauge shows little or no pressure, or the warning light comes on, what could the problem be?

A

Oil level is low

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21
Q

What happens if the vehicle’s engine oil is not changed as required?

A

Engine may suffer increased wear

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22
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If the vehicle’s oil-pressure gauge is low or the red oil-pressure warning light comes on, what should the driver do?

A

Drive to a safe place, stop the vehicle and check the oil level

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23
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What should a driver do before checking the engine oil level?

A

Make sure the engine is switched off and cold

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24
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What should you do if while driving there is a strong smell of fuel?

A

Stop where safe and investiage

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25
Q

What does the warning light or red zone on a fuel gauge mean?

A

Level of fuel in the tank is low

26
Q

When is it recommended to use coolant?

A

All year round

27
Q

What should you do if the temperature gauge shows red?

A

Stop in a safe place and have the problem investigated

28
Q

What should you do if you notice steam rising from the engine compartment?

A

Stop where safe and investigate the cause

29
Q

If you notice that part of the car’s body have rusted what should you do?

A

Have it repaired by a competent repair shop

30
Q

What effect can a worn shock absorber have?

A

causes the vehicle to ‘bounce’ in an unstable manner

31
Q

What happens if the vehicle has a flat battery?

A

The engine will not start

32
Q

What is the primary purpose of the battery fitted to a petrol or diesel powered motor engine?

A

To start the engine

33
Q

What effect would a weak battery have on a vehicle’s driving performance?

A

None

34
Q

What should a driver be able to see in the vehicle mirrors when they are properly adjusted?

A

The area behind and to the side of the vehicle

35
Q

What should the driver be able to see in the exterior mirrors?

A

Area to the side of the vehicle

36
Q

What should the driver do if the exterior mirrors are covered by mud and dust?

A

Clean them with a cloth or tissue before starting the journey

37
Q

When a driver is making a left-hand turn, what mirrors should they particularly concentrate on?

A

Interior and left exterior mirror

38
Q

What effect can wet weather have on a vehicle’s exterior mirrors?

A

Water droplets can obscure the reflected image

39
Q

What does blue smoke coming from the vehicle’s exhaust mean?

A

The engine is burning oil

40
Q

What is the effect of a worn exhaust?

A

The filtering of fumes is reduced and the engine noise is louder

41
Q

What effect can a faulty exhaust system have?

A

It can increase the vehicle’s noise and pollution levels

42
Q

What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?

A

It filters exhaust gases and reduces air pollution

43
Q

What does the speed rating of a tyre indicate?

A

The maximum speed for which the tyre is designed

44
Q

Why should the valve be replaced when having a tubeless tyre fitted?

A

To ensure the tyre will remain inflated

45
Q

After changing a wheel on a vehicle, which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?

A

The wheel nuts

46
Q

In general, how often should a driver check the tyre pressure of a vehicle?

A

Regularly

47
Q

What is the main reason for maintaining the correct tyre pressures?

A

To help provide optimum road holding

48
Q

A fault in which component may lead to uneven or excessive tyre wear?

A

Suspension

49
Q

What can be affected by driving on under-inflated tyres?

A

Fuel consumption

50
Q

When should tyre pressure be checked?

A

When tyres are cold

51
Q

What effect does low tyre pressure have?

A

Braking and cornering are impaired

52
Q

During a weekly check, a driver notices a badly worn front tyre. What should they do?

A

Have the worn tyre replaced

53
Q

What effect could hitting or mounting the kerb have on a vehicle’s tyres?

A

It could damage the sidewalls

54
Q

What does worn tread along the edge of the inside of a tyre suggest?

A

Steering alignment may be faulty

55
Q

What should a driver do in relation to their tyres before a long journey?

A

Check the tyres are inflated to normal air pressure

56
Q

Under what circumstances would a driver increase the air pressure in the tyres?

A

When taking a long journey with additional passengers

57
Q

What is an effect of under-inflated tyres on a vehicle?

A

Impaired braking and steering

58
Q

What can be affected by driving on under-inflated tyres?

A

Braking abillity

59
Q

What should the driver do to secure the vehicle when changing a front nearside wheel?

A

Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll when jacked up

60
Q

When driving at higher speeds, what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate?

A

The wheel balance is uneven

61
Q

What is the most common cause of heavy steering?

A

Under-inflated tyres

62
Q

When driving where should the driver rest their left foot?

A

On the floor or foot rest

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