UNIT 2 Flashcards
Vehicle Knowledge
Vehicle Parts: What is a chassis?
A chassis is the base of the vehicle whether the vehicle parts are installed.
Vehicle Parts: What is the body?
The body is the compartment allocated for the driver and the passengers.
Vehicle Parts: What is the engine?
The engine converts thermal energy from the fuel into mechanical energy to fuel the vehicle.
Vehicle Parts: What is the Transmission Pack/Turbine?
The transmission pack connects and disconnects mechanical energy from the engine to the gearbox.
Vehicle Parts: What is the Gearbox?
The gearbox increases and decreases speed.
Vehicle Parts: What is the Transmission Shaft/ Axle?
The transmission shaft transmits motion from the gearbox to the wheels.
Vehicle Parts: What is the Suspension System?
The suspension system absorbs shocks from the road when moving on uneven surfaces.
Vehicle Parts: What are the Wheels?
The wheels are used to move the vehicle and help to absorb shocks.
Vehicle Parts: What are the Brakes?
The brakes are used to stop the vehicle.
Vehicle Parts: What is the Steering System?
The steering system is used to guide the vehicle.
Vehicle Parts: What are the Safety Devices?
The safety devices are used to ensure the safety of the driver and the passengers.
Driver Panel Indicator: What does this image mean?