1. SYSTEMS AND CHECKS PRIOR TO DRIVING CHAPTER FOUR

2. Controlling Movement Ignition switch: where the key goes, has five positions. Turn to lock before removing Accelerator: moves vehicle, use right foot, causes fuel to flow to engine Brake pedal: slow or stop vehicle, use right foot, power brakes Steering wheel: controls direction

3. Movement cont’d Selector lever (automatic): pull handle toward you then adjust. Vehicle starts in Park or Neutral. Know the order. Gearshift (Manual) use clutch to start vehicle. Use clutch whenever changing gears. Parking brake: keeps vehicle from rolling Cruise control: maintains a constant speed. Intended for flat highway driving. You may not be as alert as without it.

4. Aiding Visibility Headlights: use low beam most of the time Taillights, dashboard, Etc. : helps other see you, and easier to see controls inside. Daytime running lights: helps other see you. They don’t turn on other lights Fog lights: project low, can also be uses iin sonowy conditions

5. Mirrors Help see behind and to the side Most useful when changing lanes Can’t eliminate blind spots Adjust before driving (read pg 75)

6. Other Devices Windshield wipers and washer Sun-visors Defroster

7. Protection Features Safety belts: risk of being killed is reduced 45%, risk for injury is reduced 50%. Even more helpful in light trucks. 49 states require front-seat to have them on. Head restraints:protect against whiplash. Should be about 3.5 inches below top of head. Air Bags: follow the warning labels, especially for children Door Locks: ??????

8. Guarding Against Theft Ignition buzzer reminds you to take keys out. Locks: door, steering column, trunk, hood, gas tank Antitheft devices: may include remote control transmitters on key chains

9. Providing Information Speedometer/Odometer Fuel gauge Alternator gauge Temperature gauge/light Oil pressure gauge/light Brake light Other lights: parking brake, door ajar, air-bag

10. Communicating With Others Taillights Turn signals Emergency flashers Parking lights horn

11. Check Surrounding Area Look for children. About 200 under age 6 are killed yearly Look for animals Look for objects Look under vehicle for stains

12. Checking Tires Keep tires at correct air pressure Look for extensive wear or damage Know which way your wheels are turned

13. Body of the Vehicle Check for damage or missing parts Make sure lights and windows are clean and undamaged Scrape snow and ice

14. Under the Hood Check engine oil, radiator coolant/anti- freeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid, windshield washer fluid Check battery connections

15. Getting into the Vehicle Load packages from curbside Look carefully for approaching traffic Have keys in hand Walk around the front of your vehicle to see better Wait for a break in traffic before opening the door

16. After entering the Vehicle Close and lock doors Adjust seat Adjust head rrestraints Adjust mirrors Check the windows Know the controls that you will use FASTEN YOUR SAFETY BELT!!

17. Comfort and Control Seat-position controls: adjust before driving Steering wheel: top should not be higher than shoulders Air conditioner / heater Air vents