Module 2: Car Regulations Melissa Boggs

Schedule  Last weeks online module  Review  Lecture  Quiz

Module 9 Due Thursday or Saturday?

Time for Review!  1) in which location is parking permitted?  A) Unmarked Curb  B) 10 Feet of Fire hydrant  C) Crosswalk  D) Between a safety zone

1. When can you drive above the speed limit? A) Rural areas B) City Limits C) Highways D) 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 tracks c) Stop between gates and looks for trains d) Do not race a train

Objectives  Students will be able to state the appropriate condition their car must be in

Rationale  Why is it important?  Safety for everyone involved  Watch This! Watch This!

Steering  Steering wheel must operate normally  No excessive play in the wheel

Steering  Sector shaft is secure  No 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

Question  True 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 Rims  NO!  Rims should not be bent or twisted  Lug bolts must be secured tightly.

Brakes  Service Brakes:  This is the primary brake you use while driving

Brakes  Emergency Brakes:  Independent brake system  Stopping or holding a vehicle in an emergency or while parked

Brakes Continued  Brakes will be inspected to determine:  sufficient brake pedal  brake pedal reserve  brake will stop the vehicle

Headlights  You 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 lights  Every 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 reflectors  Can be a part of the taillight

Color of Lights  You may only have white or amber colored headlights unless:  You hold a special permit  You 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 cutout  Bypass (produces excessive smoke or gas)  Produce excess noise

Opportunity to Respond  Watch This! 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 Parts  Your car should not:  Have protruding objects  Broken sharp edges  Dangerous vehicle parts

Other Equipment  Bumper 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 Tinting  Windshield- must allow 70% light transmission  Front 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 Test  Unfamiliar with car  Watch This! Watch This!  How can you avoid this?

Post Test