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Adverse Driving Conditions Topic 1 Vehicle Functions/Malfunctions Topic 2 Anti-Lock Braking System Topic 3

Adverse Driving Conditions Topic 1 Vehicle Functions/Malfunctions Topic 2 Anti-Lock Braking System Topic 3 Vehicle Performance Topic 4 Highway Transportation System Agencies 9/24/2021 1

Dashboard Warning Symbols Ø Temperature light or gauges Ø Oil pressure light or gauges

Dashboard Warning Symbols Ø Temperature light or gauges Ø Oil pressure light or gauges Ø Alternator/generator light or gauges Ø Brake system light 9/24/2021 2

Dashboard Warning Symbols Ø ABS light Ø Air bag light Ø “Service Engine” soon

Dashboard Warning Symbols Ø ABS light Ø Air bag light Ø “Service Engine” soon light Ø Door ajar light SERVICE ENGINE SOON DOOR AJAR Ø Low fuel light 9/24/2021 3

Vehicle Failures " Tire Blowout " Accelerator Failure " Engine Failure " Steering Failure

Vehicle Failures " Tire Blowout " Accelerator Failure " Engine Failure " Steering Failure " Car Catches Fire 9/24/2021 4

Vehicle Systems q Steering and Suspension System q Tires and Traction Control 9/24/2021 5

Vehicle Systems q Steering and Suspension System q Tires and Traction Control 9/24/2021 5

Vehicle Systems • Fuel System – Carburetor – Fuel Injection – Fuel Pressure System

Vehicle Systems • Fuel System – Carburetor – Fuel Injection – Fuel Pressure System • Electrical System – Battery – Alternator/Generator – Ignition Switch – Spark Plugs – Distributor/Electronics 9/24/2021 6

Vehicle Systems Conventional Brake Systems § § § Foot pedal (hydraulic system) Parking brake

Vehicle Systems Conventional Brake Systems § § § Foot pedal (hydraulic system) Parking brake (mechanical system) Disc brakes Disc and Drum combinations Air brakes 9/24/2021 7

Vehicle Systems Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) § ABS Development § Critical Traction § ABS

Vehicle Systems Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) § ABS Development § Critical Traction § ABS Advantages § With ABS…Do § With ABS… Do Not 9/24/2021 8

ABS Development € When was the ABS technology available? € On what vehicles was

ABS Development € When was the ABS technology available? € On what vehicles was the first commercial application? € When did ABS become available for passenger vehicles? € What road vehicles were first required to install ABS? 9/24/2021 9

Critical Traction Needs § Road Surface § Weather Conditions § Tires § Braking Techniques

Critical Traction Needs § Road Surface § Weather Conditions § Tires § Braking Techniques § Speed 9/24/2021 10

ABS Advantages ü Enhanced Braking Action ü Vehicle Steerability ü Vehicle Stability ü Stopping

ABS Advantages ü Enhanced Braking Action ü Vehicle Steerability ü Vehicle Stability ü Stopping Distance 9/24/2021 11

With ABS…Do Ø Add to your following distance in bad weather Ø Practice use

With ABS…Do Ø Add to your following distance in bad weather Ø Practice use of ABS Ø Keep your foot firmly on the brake Ø Check owner’s manual for special concerns 9/24/2021 12

With ABS… Do Not ¶ Drive More Aggressively ¶ Pump the Brakes ¶ Steer

With ABS… Do Not ¶ Drive More Aggressively ¶ Pump the Brakes ¶ Steer Too Much ¶ Be Alarmed by ABS Noise or Vibration 9/24/2021 13

Vehicle Performance Ø Trucks Ø Trains Ø Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) Ø Recreational Vehicles

Vehicle Performance Ø Trucks Ø Trains Ø Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) Ø Recreational Vehicles (RV) Ø Motorcycles 9/24/2021 14

Vehicle Performance Ø Bicycles, Mopeds, Scooters Ø Construction Vehicles Ø Oversize Vehicles Ø Farm

Vehicle Performance Ø Bicycles, Mopeds, Scooters Ø Construction Vehicles Ø Oversize Vehicles Ø Farm Machinery Ø Horse-drawn Vehicles 9/24/2021 15

Contact/Mission For more information on Driver’s Education and Safety please visit PDE’s website at

Contact/Mission For more information on Driver’s Education and Safety please visit PDE’s website at www. education. pa. gov The mission of the Department of Education is to ensure that every learner has access to a world-class education system that academically prepares children and adults to succeed as productive citizens. Further, the Department seeks to establish a culture that is committed to improving opportunities throughout the commonwealth by ensuring that technical support, resources, and optimal learning environments are available for all students, whether children or adults. 9/24/2021 16

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