Module 2: Car Regulations

Module 2: Car Regulations Melissa Boggs

ScheduleLast weeks online moduleReviewLectureQuiz

Module 9Due Thursday or Saturday?

Time for Review! 1) in which location is parking

permitted?A) Unmarked CurbB) 10 Feet of Fire hydrantC) CrosswalkD) Between a safety zone

1. When can you drive above the speed limit?

A) Rural areasB) City LimitsC) HighwaysD) None of these

1. A race is defined by:A) Two or more vehicles, starting from

a point side by side and accelerating in a competitive attempt to out distance each other.

B) Anytime a vehicle is driving above the speed limit

C) Any time two vehicles are driving next to each other in a fast manor

D) When a checkered flag is waved and two cars accelerate at the same time

1. Which is not a safety tip regarding a railroad crossing?

a) Never drive around a lowered gate

b) Do not shift gears on tracksc) Stop between gates and looks

for trainsd) Do not race a train

ObjectivesStudents will be able to state the

appropriate condition their car must be in

RationaleWhy is it important?

Safety for everyone involved

Watch This!

SteeringSteering wheel

must operate normally

No excessive play in the wheel

SteeringSector shaft is secureNo binding/lash in the steering

assembly

Tires Must have a minimum of 1/6 inch tread

They should be free of bumps, bulges, breaks, or damage

QuestionTrue or False

You are borrowing your fathers car for your road skills test. His steering wheel is bound by zip-ties. You are concerned with driving his car, but he ensures you that you will be okay. Should you use his car?

NO! any major defect in a car will prevent you from taking your road skills test

Question

Yes or no: Is this rim okay?

Wheels and RimsNO!Rims should not be bent or twistedLug bolts must be secured tightly.

BrakesService Brakes:

This is the primary brake you use while driving

BrakesEmergency Brakes:

Independent brake systemStopping or holding a vehicle in

an emergency or while parked

Brakes Continued

Brakes will be inspected to determine:sufficient brake

pedalbrake pedal reservebrake will stop the

vehicle

HeadlightsYou must have two working

headlights

Question

True or False:

This car is legal to drive on the road?

False! Both of your headlights must work.

Taillights You must have at least one taillight

Brake lightsEvery vehicle must have at least

two stop lights

License Illuminating Light You must have a working white

light It illuminates the license plate

Red Reflectors

All vehicles should have two red reflectorsCan be a part of

the taillight

Color of LightsYou may only have white or amber

colored headlights unless:You hold a special permitYou drive a special vehicle

Turn Signals You must have rear and front

working turn signals

Windshield/Windows All glass should be free of

discoloration and cracks

Opportunity to Respond

Is this car appropriate for your road skills test?

No. Glass should be free of cracks.

This crack is so large it could affect your field of vision.

Exhaust System Your vehicle should not:

Have a muffler cutoutBypass (produces excessive

smoke or gas)Produce excess noise

Opportunity to Respond Watch This!

Is this car appropriate for the road skills test?

NO! it sounds like a race car.

Rear View Mirror All vehicles must have a rear view

mirror

Windshield Wipers All vehicles should be equipped

with working windshield

Horn and Warning Device Your vehicle must have a working horn

Broken PartsYour car should

not:Have

protruding objects

Broken sharp edges

Dangerous vehicle parts

Other EquipmentBumper Law- must have a bumper

Safety Belts- You must have at least 2 seatbelts for the front seat. You must wear the seatbelt for all components of the skills test.

Other Equipment Flashers- may be used when a disabled

vehicle is left or near a roadway

Other Equipment Studded tires- are legal from Nov.1- April

15

Window TintingWindshield- must allow 70% light

transmissionFront seat driver/passenger side

windows- must allow 50% light transmission Violation of this is a misdemeanor

and $100 fine

Opportunity to Respond

Studded tires: are these appropriate?

YES! As long as it is between November 1 and April 15.

Opportunity to Respond

Are these headlights legal?

NO!Only white and amber colored

lights are legal

Reasons for Failing TestUnfamiliar with carWatch This!

How can you avoid this?

Post Test