Basic Control Tasks Start, Steer, Target, and Stop NV Driver Education Curriculum Unit 3: The Driving Task Presentation 3 of 7

Before we begin... Let’s Talk About It Take 60 seconds to discuss: We all know a driver who ‘jerks’ when accelerating or braking. How can you avoid being a ‘jerk’? Share your thoughts with a partner.

Preparing to Starting the Vehicle Check/set parking brake Shift lever in P = P ARK (or N = N UETRAL ) Right foot on brake pedal (heel on floor) Left foot on “dead pedal” PRNDLPRNDL PRNDLPRNDL

Ignition Switch Start: Position of key to start engine, release when engine starts On: Position of key when engine is running Accessory: Can be used to run accessories (lights, radio, ect.) without running engine Off / Lock: Position of key when engine is off. Steering wheel and shift lever are locked into position

Starting the Vehicle Key in ignition, turn to start –Release the key as soon as the engine starts to avoid damage to the starter Check the gauges, warning lights, and fuel supply Turn on headlights (some automatic)

Hand Position for Steering Image steering wheel as a clock Place hands at 9 and 3 o’clock or 8 and 4 –Avoid injury if air bag deploys Keep knuckles and thumbs on the outside of the rim –Reduce injury in collision

Hand Position on Wheel Video See 60 Second Driver video Hand Position on Steering Wheel dr_tips/driver_position.html (0:60) Click on web address to access video clips *Suggest full screen viewing

Hand-to-Hand Steering Also called the push-pull (slide) method Hands move in an up and down motion (on sides of wheel) sliding along the wheel Hands do not cross, body stays balanced Right Hand: Pulls Down (right turn) Left Hand: Pushes Up (right turn)

Hand-to-Hand Video See DriverEdGuru video Hand-to-Hand Steering Method ?v=kB_ewkm9zGo&feature=re lated (0:15) See LearnerdriverTV video (UK) Steering Method ?v=YraKhQ6Fhjw&feature=rel ated (0:32) See ADTSEA video Steering (Hand-to-Hand, then Hand-over-hand) Watch.aspx?VideoID=fc07329 b-743a-44e3-ae10- f9d2c0be1e1c (0:42) NO sound Click on web address to access video clips *Suggest full screen viewing NOTE: Some on - Check access

Hand-over-Hand Method Hand-over-hand steering is best used when needing to make tight turns or to make quick steering actions to correct a skid. Provides maximum movement of the steering wheel in a short period of time.

Hand-over-Hand Video Click on web address to access video clips *Suggest full screen viewing NOTE: Some on - Check access See DriverEdGuru video Hand-over-hand Steering Method ?v=16SoOOfftkE (0:18)

Hand-over-Hand Steering Best with speeds below 15 mph (i.e. U-turn) Hands cross at top of steering wheel One hand releases wheel Maximum movement in short period of time Right Hand: Pushes up, beyond 12 o’clock (left turn) Left Hand: Pulls down, then reaches up beyond 12 o’clock and continues to pull down (left turn)

Preparing to Move from Stopped Position Foot firmly on brake (heel on floor) Shift into proper gear R = R EVERSE D = D RIVE = O VER D RIVE Check traffic (forward, rear, & sides) Signal Side Head Check Blind Spot Check Side Mirror Check Front Window Check Rearview Mirror Check D

Putting the Vehicle in Motion Release parking brake Check traffic again (forward, rear, & sides) Select gap in traffic flow Move to open lane –use progressive acceleration Side Head Check Blind Spot Check Side Mirror Check Front Window Check Rearview Mirror Check

Entering Traffic When ready take foot off brake Press accelerator smoothly Steer into intended path of travel Cancel turn signal Accelerate to speed of traffic flow

Acceleration Techniques Progressive Acceleration (gradually gain speed) –Squeeze accelerator gradually and progressively to pickup speed Thrust Acceleration (maximum speed increase without losing traction) –Firmly push accelerator to quickly pick up speed REMEMBER: Keep heel on floor Pivot foot over the accelerator

Targeting Targets help you steer A target is a fixed object far out in the distance in the center of the path of travel A target serves as an aiming point Targeting helps you plan ahead

Targeting is a Visual Function Targeting requires focused vision Maintain an open line of sight From target to front of vehicle Use fringe vision (central vision)

Using References Reference vehicle to roadway position Placement within lane Placement to front and rear Placement to the side

Targeting Video See 60 Second Driver video Planning Ahead dr_tips/PlanningAhead.html (0:60) See Ford Motor Company’s Driving Skills for Life video Look Ahead om/index.php?option=com_se yret&task=videodirectlink&Item id=41&id=11 (0:40) Click on web address to access video clips *Suggest full screen viewing

Brake Control Braking Point - Point at which the brakes begin to work and slow vehicle Constant Braking Pressure - Apply constant “squeezing” pressure to pedal Normal Smooth Stop – Smooth stop, releasing brake pressure one or two seconds before vehicle comes to complete stop

Braking Techniques Release the Accelerator (slows the vehicle) Controlled Braking (smooth, steady braking) –Apply smooth, steady, squeezing pressure to brake pedal –Ease off brake few seconds before stopping for a smooth stop

Other Braking Techniques Threshold Braking (maximum brake pressure without lockup) –Apply steady, maximum pressure without lockup –Release brake pressure slowly for smooth stop Trail Braking (used when turning to maintain balance and steering) –When entering curve or turn, use controlled braking prior to steering movement –As enter turn, ease off brake and maintain slight braking pressure until halfway through, then accelerate out of turn.

Crash Reduction Tip Nearly 30% of all reported collisions are rear-end crashes. To reduce your chance of being struck from behind, tap the brake pedal (several times) before actually slowing your vehicle to alert any following driver of your intentions.

Stopping Video Click on web address to access video clips *Suggest full screen viewing See 60 Second Driver video Mandatory Stops dr_tips/MandatoryStops.html (0:60) See 60 Second Driver video Safe Stopping dr_tips/SafeStop.html (0:60) See 60 Second Driver video Stop Faster in Neutral dr_tips/stop_faster_in_neutral. html (0:60)

Did You Know? Francis W. Davis invented power steering in It was first used successfully in World War II military vehicles. Chrysler was the first car manufacturer to introduce power steering on a popular vehicle in Final Thoughts

Test Your Knowledge If you experience brake failure, ___________ A.Pump the brake pedal hard and fast, especially if your vehicle has anti-lock brakes B.Apply the parking brake slowly and make sure that you are not holding down the release lever or button C.Shift to a lower gear D.All of the above

Test Your Knowledge Scanning the road ahead for hazards helps drivers: A.See road signs or driving information B.See cars and people up ahead C.Anticipate potential problems D.All of the above

Test Your Knowledge This sign means: A.Construction zone ahead B.Roundabout ahead C.Hospital ahead D.Railroad crossing ahead