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Transcript of Driver’s Education Chapter 3 Basic Vehicle Control 11/2/12 Have you ever taken a good look at your...
Driver’s EducationDriver’s EducationChapter 3
Basic Vehicle Control
11/2/12
Have you ever taken a good look at your parent’s vehicle controls?
What types of controls have you noticed in their car?
Instrument PanelInstrument Panel
Speedometer – This tells you that speed that you are traveling in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour
Tachometer – This indicates the engine revolutions per minute. Engine damage can occur if needle enters the red
Odometer – indicates the total number of miles that a vehicle has been driven. – Trip Odometer – will indicate the number of miles for
a certain period of time and can be set back to zero
Instrument PanelInstrument Panel
Fuel Gauge – Shows the amount of fuel in the tank, if tank gets below ¼ full you run the risk of running out
Temperature Gauge/Light – warns you when the coolant in the engine is too hot
Oil Pressure Gauge/Light – warns you when the oil is not circulating at the proper pressure
Alternator Warning Light/Gauge – warns that the battery is not being charged and is using stored electricity
Instrument PanelInstrument Panel
Brake System Warning Light – reminds you to release the parking brake and warns is the braking system is not working properly
Antilock Braking System Light – tells you the ABS is working properly
Safety Belt Light – This reminds you to fasten your safety belt before moving
Air Bag Warning Light – tells you if the airbags are working properly
Instrument PanelInstrument Panel
Turn-Signal Indicators – These tell you the direction that you have signaled to turn
High-Beam Indicator – this is a light that glows when the high-beam headlights are on
Vehicle ControlsVehicle Controls
Steering Wheel – this controls the direction of the front wheels.
The steering wheel adjustment lever can mover the steering wheel for better driving comfort
Selector Lever – in a automatic transmission vehicle, this is moved to choose forward or reverse gears
This is located on the steering column or on the center console
Vehicle ControlsVehicle Controls
Ignition and Starter Switch – the engine is started by putting the key in the ignition and turning the key to the start position
Cruise Control – is a device that lets you maintain your desired speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator. It is typically used on highways, expressways, etc.
Cruise ControlCruise Control
Standard Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
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How do you think knowing the basic controls of a vehicle before you begin to drive, will impact
your driving experience.
Vehicle ControlsVehicle Controls
Parking Brake – This keeps the vehicle in place when it is parked. It is located either on the far left of the pedals or on the center console
Clutch Pedal – in a stickshift, pushing this down allows to to shift gears. Located to the left of the brake pedal
Foot-Brake-Pedal – pushing this slows or stops the vehicle
Accelerator Pedal – this is located to the right of the brake pedal. Pushing this will increase the speed of the vehicle.
Devices for SafetyDevices for Safety
Safety Belts – always wear belt when the vehicle is in motion
Head Restraints – padded device on the back of from seats to prevent whiplash injuries
Horn – normally located on the steering wheel.
Do you always wear your Do you always wear your seatbelt correctly when you seatbelt correctly when you
enter a vehicle?enter a vehicle?
Yes
No
Devices for SafetyDevices for Safety
Mirrors – Inside mirror – shows
directly behind the vehicle
– Outside mirrors – show to the right and left behind the vehicle
– Even with properly adjusted mirrors there will still be blind spots
Getting Ready to DriveGetting Ready to Drive
Outside Checks – walk around vehicle and look for
Oil marks Tires are inflated Wheels are pointed
straight Windshield, headlights,
and taillights are clear
Getting Ready to DriveGetting Ready to Drive
Inside Checks Adjust seat for best comfort
and foot control (Seat posture activity)
10 inches away from steering wheel
Hand and legs slightly bend when on steering wheels and pedals
Adjust head restraints and mirrors
Fasten safety belt
Automatic TransmissionAutomatic Transmission
Shift Indicator – shows gear position on steering column or on the instrument panel
Park (P) – This position locks the transmission. You should shift into park every time you stop the vehicle
Reverse (R) – This position is for doing backwards. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into reverse. Reverse lights should come on when in reverse.
Neutral (N) – This Position allows the wheels to roll without engine power. If you stall when driving, use neutral to restart car.
Automatic TransmissionAutomatic Transmission
Drive (D) – This position is for moving forward. Keep foot on brake when shifting into drive.
Low (L1, L2) – These positions allow the engine to send more power to the wheels at lower speeds
Steering the VehicleSteering the Vehicle
Have a comfortable and balances driving position
Hands at 9 and 3 Pick aiming point and
drive to it Make constant corrections Look for hazards ahead
Hand-over-hand SteeringHand-over-hand Steering
To straighten out do the reverse or allow wheel to slip through your fingers
Is well suited for precision maneuvers, steering through curves, intersection entry and exit and skid recovery
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Putting the Vehicle in MotionPutting the Vehicle in Motion Putting vehicle in motion activity Press firmly on the brake Shift the vehicle into drive Turn on left turn signal Check for traffic in the rearview mirrors Look over left shoulder for traffic When the roadway is clear, release the brake and gently
press on the accelerator moving away from the side of the road
Cancel your signal Reach your desired speed and let up on the accelerator
Stopping the VehicleStopping the Vehicle
Check traffic in mirrors Let off the accelerator Gently press on the brake
pedal Gradually press on brake
until vehicle is stopped. Ease up just before stopping
Keep foot on brake if vehicle is still in drive
Driving a Manual Driving a Manual TransmissionTransmission
Always make sure you set the parking brake with a manual transmission vehicle.
You must learn how to to coordinate using the clutch with the accelerator and gear shift lever
Friction Point – this is where you feel the engine take hold and start to move the vehicle
Most manual transmission vehicles have 4 or 5 gears. The lower gears are for slower driving. The higher gears are for expressway driving and are fuel saver gears.
Downshifting – is shifting from a higher gear to a lower gear.
Driving a Manual Driving a Manual TransmissionTransmission
Neutral (N) – used when standing still and starting
First gear – used for starting the vehicle in motion
Second – Fourth – shift through as speed increases
Fifth/Sixth gear – are overdrive expressway gears
Reverse – used for backing. Never shift to reverse when vehicle is moving
Using a ClutchUsing a Clutch
Always press pedal to the floor before starting the engine, before shifting, and before coming to a stop.
Riding the Clutch - this means resting for foot on the clutch while driving.
This cause clutch wear and can lead to expensive repairs.