This lesson will focus upon respect for the

This lesson will focus upon respect for the environment as it relates to operating a vehicle, the concept of lifelong learning as a driver and sharing the road. . . cooperative driving.

There are many things that you can do to keep your car in good condition, (and good for the environment) but there are some things that need to be left to mechanics. This lesson will focus upon things the average person, with a little knowledge and desire, can do to help maintain their car in good operating condition and protect the environment.

What You Can Do • • Check your tire pressure Rotate your tires Check and change your oil Check and fill various fluid levels Replace air filter, fuses Changing bulbs and lights Change a flat tire, jump start a car

• To check your oil, first pop the hood. What • Find your dipstick, pull itdo outyou and wipe it off with a rag. know • Reinsert it. Then pull about it back out and checking the level of oil on the your dipstick. • Add oiloil? if you are 1 litre or (quart) more down from “full” Checking Your Oil

Adding oil • First locate the oil fill cap under the hood. • Remove the oil fill cap. • Add the proper type of oil according to the owners manual for your car. (an oil funnel will keep drips to a minimum) How often should you change the oil?

When To Change Your Oil About every 5, 000 - 8, 000 kilometers or 3 months See owners manual for specifics

Checking Brake Fluid • To check and add brake fluid first locate the brake fluid reservoir. What under the hood. do you know • Removeabout the cap off the brake fluid reservoir. checking • If the fluid level is under brake fluid? thethe minimum, add the recommended brake fluid to the reservoir. What are warnings of bad brakes?

• If your brake warning light is on and your parking brake is not set then you may have a problem with your braking system • If you notice a squealing noise when braking it could mean your brake pads are worn and need replacing. Bad Brakes warning

• To check your windshield washer fluid first locate the Whatfluid is the washer reservoir. usual color • Then pop the cap is the off of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. • If washer the fluid? level is looking low top it off with washer fluid. Checking Windshield Washer Fluid

Engine Temperature • You should frequently check your temperature gauge while driving. • If your car begins to overheat, especially in hot weather you should turn on the heater and fan on high; if the engine temperature does not soon lower you should pull over and let your car cool down. Gauge reads hot

Engine Temperature • After the engine has safely cooled down (it may be an hour) remove the radiator cap. • If the fluid level is low add a 50/50 mix of anti -freeze and water.

Water: usually Power steering fluid: check system condensation Know your fluids Coolant: check water pump, radiator or hose • If you notice fluids under your car where it is normally parked, than you most likely have a leak which needs to be professionally checked out. Motor oil: check under engine Transmission fluid: check under car…back part of engine

Changing air filter • Air filters come in various shapes and sizes. It is recommended that they What be changed about every do(more youfrequently in 48, 000 km know about • It’s usually a simple changing procedure of removing an air of a wing nutfilter? or some dusty conditions) screws.

Changing fuses • Fuses facilitate the various operations of the electrical system. • Electrical. What malfunctions such as do turnyou signals not functioning or the interior know lights not working could about be the result of a burned changing out fuse. a fuse? • Check owners manual for fuse location and replace with same type.

Changing bulbs • If the fuse is not the problem it could be a burned out bulb. • It can be a simple or challenging procedure; see owners manual for bulb type. • Best to bring old bulb with you to auto parts store.

• Major tune-ups: often Things better left to professionals (unless you’ve had special training and have access to the proper equipment) require technical equipment • Engine problems: noises, fluid leaks; odors, broken belts, hoses, vibrations • Transmission problems • Rotating tires • Brake jobs • Radiator flushing • Air conditioning • Exhaust / steering system • Most electrical problems

Gasohol (ethanol) • Gasohol is a mixture of 90% gasoline and 10% ethanol. What • Ethanol is often made from corn by-products. do you • Gasohol has a higher octane and anti-knock know properties than gasoline. about ethanol • Gasohol burns slower and cooler than gasoline (Gasohol) making it more economical and it results in reduced emissions.

Gasohol (ethanol) • Gasohol is more expensive and energy intensive to produce. Not suitable for all cars. • It can damage rubber seals and diaphragms in cars that are not compatible with it. • It is also toxic and corrosive; check owners manual to see if it is not recommended.

• Pull off the road so that you are safely out of the flow of traffic. • Try to stop on a straight part of the road, (onto the shoulder) so that passing traffic can see you from a distance. • Turn on your hazard flashers. In Motion magazine, a General Motors publication Your tire blows out… What do you do?

In order to change a tire, you need a jack. A jack is a hand-operated device used to lift and hold one corner or side of the car. You also need a lug wrench which should be provided with the spare tire. What tools are needed to change a tire? Safety Note: A car can slip off of a jack, so never put yourself in a position where the car could fall on you.

Shift to Park Set the parking brake Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the flat tire. Use a block of wood or a large rock to firmly secure the wheel.

Take out spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. (they may be in the truck – consult owner’s manual for exact location) Position jack under the car according to instructions. Jack up the car high enough so the flat tire still touches the ground.

Remove the wheel cover or hubcap and loosen the lug nuts. Some cars do not have hubcaps. . . consult your owner’s manual for proper instructions in removing the tire.

Sometimes the lug nuts are tight and difficult to loosen… If you can't loosen them, try putting some of your weight on the lug wrench to loosen them Jack up the car until the flat tire completely clears the ground. Use the lug wrench to completely remove the nuts and place them in the wheel cover. You will want the flat tire about 6 inches off the ground because the spare tire is fully inflated and will require more ground clearance.

Removing the wheel – It’s easiest to grab the tire at the 9 and 3 o’clock positions - Pull the wheel straight toward you, and off the car.

• Position the spare tire directly in front of the wheel well. • Align the holes in the center of the spare tire with the bolts on the car. • Lift the spare tire and position it on the threaded bolts. • Push the tire onto the car until it cannot go any farther. • Replace the lug nuts on the bolts and tighten them, but not too tight. . . just enough to hold the tire in place while you lower the car.

• Lower the car with the jack until the car is again resting on all four tires • Alternately tighten the lug nuts

• Lower the car with the jack until the car is again resting on all four tires. • Alternately tighten the lug nuts. • Lower the car and put on the wheel cover. 4 1 2 3 Safety Note: Do not use the smaller spare tire for more than 80 km

When a battery goes dead, your car will make no sound (or a clicking sound) when trying to start the engine. You can probably What start the car by using jumper cables connected to a good battery of another vehicle. do you know about jump-starting a car? Safety Note: The good battery and dead battery must be of the same voltage. Also, do not try to charge a frozen battery because it might explode.

Bring the two cars together so that the jumper cables can reach both batteries easily. Do not let the cars touch. Turn off the engine with each car in park with parking brake set. Do not smoke, create a spark or light a match near a battery. Make sure all battery terminals, are clean and free of corrosion. You can clean them with a wire brush or baking soda and water. (In an emergency, Coke also works)

- + tery t a B ead D Identify each positive and negative terminal. The positive should be marked + or red. The negative should be marked – or black. Securely clamp the positive jumper cable to the positive terminals on each battery. - + ry G tte a B d oo

- + ry e t t a ad B De Securely clamp one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery. Securely clamp the other end of the negative jumper cable to the engine block. DO NOT CLAMP THIS CABLE TO THE DEAD BATTERY’S NEGATIVE TERMINAL. IT MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION. - + Engine block ry tte a B d oo G Safety Note: Keep jumper cables away from any moving parts.

- + ry e t t a ad B De Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and let it idle for a few minutes. Turn on the headlights before starting the car with the low or dead battery. This absorbs voltage spikes that can cause damage to a vehicle's computer. - + Engine block ry G tte a B d oo

Start the engine in the vehicle with the low battery. After it starts, and is running smoothly, remove the cables in the reverse order they were put on. Once the vehicle has been successfully jump-started, allow the engine idle for about 30 minutes to recharge the battery. 4 2 3 remove cables Safety Note: Dispose of any cloth used to wipe battery parts because it may be contaminated with acid. 1

Avoid making fast starts and stops and cornering too fast. They are not only unsafe but increase the cost of operating and maintaining your vehicle by wasting fuel and wearing out tires and brakes. Also avoid unnecessary idling. You may also want to check into alternative fuels. Another thing you can do to save money is drive slower. Faster driving requires more fuel to get you the same distance. Obey speed limits and you will save fuel and reduce the risk to others. In addition to the above, anticipate when you will need to stop. Quick braking excessively wears your brakes and tires. Look ahead while you are driving so you can anticipate when you will need to stop and do so smoothly and gently. Also, planning your route in advance is cost effective. Periodic preventative maintenance will also lower your long-term operating cost by making your vehicle run more efficiently.

Drive Clean Emissions Testing • Since cars are the largest cause of carbon monoxide pollution and smog, they need to be tested to pass What emissions tests to keep our air clean. They are put on do you the hydrometer to measure emissions output during various driving simulations. know • Most passenger cars, vans, light trucks and sport utility about vehicles in the Drive Clean program area must pass a Emissions Drive Clean test to renew the stickers on their plates. Testing? • As of January 1, 2006, Drive Clean regulations require testing every two years for light-duty vehicles beginning when they are five years old in the fifth calendar year after their model year.

If doing your own vehicle maintenance you are required to properly dispose of used fluids, batteries and tires at sites designated for these purposes. If utilizing a vehicle service center, these disposal issues are usually the responsibility of the service center. Check with local authorities for options in disposing of vehicles.

Never litter…it’s disrespectful toward our environment and illegal…instead recycle.

Making the most of our fuel means consolidating trip and wise planning of routes as to avoid heavy traffic and unnecessary driving…utilizing the computer is often helpful in trip planning.

You must be aware that technology will change the way we drive in the future. There will also be changes in laws that you must keep current with. Also there are regulations that may differ in other jurisdictions and for other vehicles. You will also have to adjust as you age and compensate for diminishing abilities. Becoming a competent driver is a lifelong learning experience, your Driver Education is just a beginning.

Sharing the Road Purpose: Study issues related to sharing the roadway with motorcycles, slow moving vehicles, emergency vehicles, trolleys and carpoolers in a safe and considerate manner…this is cooperative driving. Defensive Driving is: identifying cues to behaviors that help predict how other roadway users will act… it is anticipating the action of others.

SHARING the ROAD with SLOW MOVING VEHICLES Some vehicles have difficulty keeping up with the speed of traffic. Examples include: (a) horse-drawn carriages, (b) construction equipment, (c) farm tractors, and (d) old historical vehicles.

SHARING the ROAD with SLOW MOVING VEHICLES Slow moving vehicles may have orange colored triangle signs on their back to warn you that they are traveling slower than other traffic. You should adjust you speed or lane position before reaching them.

SHARING the ROAD with SLOW MOVING VEHICLES Some vehicles, like garbage trucks make frequent stops. They may have a sign indicating this. Do not follow these vehicles too closely and prepared to stop. Watch for large trucks and small, under-powered cars, because on long or steep hills they lose power quickly. When entering traffic they take longer to get up to speed.

SHARING the ROAD with EMERGENCY VEHICLES Emergency vehicles include: ambulances, law enforcement, fire fighting, forestry, lifeguard, and other rescue and lifesaving vehicles. When you encounter them on the roadway, be courteous. Act like you would want other drivers to act if you were the one who needed help. You must yield the right of way to a police car, fire engine, ambulance or other emergency vehicle using a siren or flashing lights.

SHARING the ROAD with EMERGENCY VEHICLES When you are driving be alert for the lights and siren of approaching emergency vehicles. Do not play your sound system so loud as to not hear them. If you hear sirens but do not see the emergency vehicle, slow down and be prepared to stop. Do not panic. Scan the roadway and your mirrors. Approach intersections with caution – the emergency vehicle may be approaching quickly from a side street. Your responsibility is to pull over as far to the right as possible and stop until they have passed. It does not matter which side of the road it is approaching from. You should not stop in the middle of an intersection. Continue through and then pull over.

SHARING the ROAD with EMERGENCY VEHICLES When on the freeway and an emergency vehicle approaches from behind, you should yield the right of way. Usually this means moving out of the left most lane, slowing your vehicle, and allow the emergency vehicle to pass. You must also get out of the way of emergency vehicles trying to enter or exit the highway. Do not pull over to the side on a multi-lane freeway and stop – this is very dangerous. If you are a pedestrian you should proceed to the nearest curb or place of safety and remain there until the vehicle has passed. Sometimes emergency vehicles will use the wrong side of the street to continue on their way. Emergency vehicles may use a loud speaker to talk to drivers blocking their path.

Sharing the Road Snowplows: Snowplows travel at reduced speed. Slow down when approaching a snow plow. Also, stay far behind them. If you follow too close when it is sanding or salting the road, your vehicle may get pelted. Never pass a snowplow. They create artificial snow clouds that may be very dangerous because of various debris that is found in them. Never drive between teams of snowplows. Your accident chances increase greatly. Don’t tempt fate. Always yield to snowplows…besides the road is always better behind the plow than ahead of it!

What should you be searching for as you get closer to this traffic light intersection?

Sharing the Road Light rail vehicles, or trolleys, have the same rights and responsibilities on public roadways as other vehicles. Although everyone must follow the same traffic laws, trolleys, because of their size, require exceptional handling ability. Trolleys differ from trains in that they are very quiet and move more quickly than freight trains. Some traffic signals are used to control traffic for trolleys and light rail trains only. The lights on these signals are marked with a letter T. Trolleys can interrupt traffic signals, so do not proceed forward until the signal light indicates you may.

Sharing the Road You should always yield the right of way to these vehicles when they cross the roadway. Motorcyclist and bicyclists should be very careful to not get their wheels caught in the tracks. Do not cross trolley or light rail tracks until you can see clearly in both directions and you are sure no other trolley, light rail vehicle, or train is approaching. Do not go around or under a closed trolley or light rail gate. Also, look for approaching trolleys and light rail before you turn across the tracks. Complete your turn only if a signal indicates you may proceed (if installed).

Sharing the Road Do not overtake and pass a trolley, streetcar, or light rail vehicle, whether it is moving or standing, except when you are on a one-way street, when the tracks are so close to the right side of the road that you cannot pass on the right, or when a traffic officer directs you to pass on the left. Why is permissible to cautiously pass up this stopped trolley? Also, trolleys and light rail are difficult to handle and have significant blind spots. In addition, be aware that buildings, trees, and other objects cause blind spots for the operator.

Sharing the Road Maintain a safe distance from the trolley or light rail vehicle if it shares the road with vehicular traffic. In many cases you may drive in the same lane as these vehicles. In some situations, you may not drive in the same lane. Also, never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle. Let them pass first.

Sharing the Road A safety zone is a space set aside for pedestrians boarding, entering, and waiting for trolleys and light rail vehicles. They are indicated by raised buttons or markers on the roadway near where they vehicles stop to pick up or let off passengers. You must not park in safety zones or on rail tracks. You will most often see safety zones in areas where there are cars or trolleys using the same streets as vehicle traffic. Do not drive through or enter a safety zone for any reason.

Sharing the Road When people are boarding or leaving a streetcar where there is no safety zone, stop behind the nearest door or vehicle platform of the trolley or light rail and wait until the people have reached a safe place. When a bus or streetcar is stopped at a safety zone or at an intersection where traffic is controlled by a police officer or traffic signal, you may pass when safe, but no faster than 20 km/h. This light rail trolley is loading and unloading passengers, in a no safety zone area. What should you do here?

Carpooling and bus riding are useful ways to save fuel and reduce the number of vehicles using highways in heavy commute traffic. The benefits of carpooling include: (a) reduced wear and tear on your vehicle, (b) reduced costs for car maintenance, gas, and possible insurance rates (check your policy), (c) customized transportation service, (d) reduced stress, (e) reduced need for parking, (f) increased free time for riders, (g) trips may take less time (if carpool lanes are available), and, (h) reduced pollution due to auto emissions. Car ownership is not required to carpool. You can car pool with other people who are looking for passengers to share commute expenses.

Sharing the Road Some freeways have special lanes and on-ramps for carpools. Using a carpool lane requires a minimum of 2 -3 people in a vehicle, including the driver. Signs at the on-ramp or along the freeway tell you the number of people needed to use the lane and the days and hours that the requirement applies. What if carpool laws are broken?

Sharing the Road Some freeways have special lanes and on-ramps for carpools. Using a carpool lane requires a minimum of 2 -3 people in a vehicle, including the driver. Signs at the on-ramp or along the freeway tell you the number of people needed to use the lane and the days and hours that the requirement applies. What if carpool laws are broken?

Sharing the Road The pavement of carpool lanes is marked with white diamond symbols and the words: “CARPOOL LANE. ” Unless otherwise noted, motorcyclists may use them and some areas may have special lanes for buses. What are the rules that govern entering and exiting these lanes?

Sharing the Road One or more sets of parallel solid yellow or white lines are used to separate carpool lanes from normal traffic lanes. Do not cross over these lines to enter or exit the carpool lane. Wait until the lines are broken or for some other designated place to enter or exit the lane. What are the rules that govern entering and exiting these lanes?

You are legally driving in a carpool lane, what are you not allowed to do here?

The double yellow lines are gone. Can you now exit out of this carpool lane?

What do you notice about this situation?

Sharing the Road Successful Carpooling Tips For successful carpooling you should: (a) decide who will drive and when, (b) give everyone a list with each carpooler’s phone number, (c) choose a convenient pick up location, (d) set up a schedule and stick to it – make sure everyone knows the schedule and is notified of changes and how long you will wait for tardy riders, (e) establish a fare – if you share the driving equally you will not need to exchange money, but if one person drives, agree on a mutually acceptable fare, and, (f) establish guidelines on smoking, eating, drinking, playing the radio or audio system, and seating arrangement.

While everyone must follow the same traffic laws, motorcyclists face unusual dangers because they are hard to see and the motorcycle requires exceptional handling ability. An accident involving a motorcycle frequently results in serious injury. In most accidents between a car and a motorcycle, the driver of the car is at fault. In order to avoid collisions, operators of both types of vehicles need to understand the rights, responsibilities and limitations of the other. The death rate per registered motorcycle is more than three times that of registered passenger vehicles. In addition, the likelihood of injury is extremely high in motorcycle accidents. 98% of multiple vehicle collisions and 98% of single vehicle accidents resulted in injury to the rider. 45% were serious injuries.

Sharing the Road Over the last five years, motorcycle victims killed have decreased over 31%. This is likely due to the combined effects of the training classes that are now required of younger riders and helmet laws. The fatality rate for unlicensed riders is three times that of licensed riders, and for the past ten years, an average of 65% of all fatalities operated a motorcycle without a valid motorcycle endorsement. More than 50% of motorcycle accident-involved riders had less than 5 months of riding experience. What do the three above paragraphs clearly show?

Sharing the Road The most frequently occurring crash type was running off the road, followed by running a traffic control, an on-coming head -on collision, a left-turning oncoming crash, and finally, the cyclist going down. Taken together, these five reasons account for 86% of all crashes. Intersections are the most likely place for a motorcycle accident, because of other vehicles violating the motorcycle’s right-of-way and often violating traffic controls. Let’s now consider proper clothing.

Sharing the Road In most states, both motorcycle operators and passengers are required by law to wear a helmet which is safety approved, fits snugly, and is tightly fastened. To maximize visibility, operators and passengers should wear light or bright colored apparel. Doing so has been shown to reduce the likelihood of being involved in a collision. Operators and passengers should also wear heavy clothing, such as leather jackets, boots, and gloves to protect the body in case of an accident and reduce the effect of the wind on body temperature. They should also wear something to protect their eyes and face from insects, dirt, wind, rain, and other debris. A helmet with a face shield provides the safest and best protection. Let’s now consider motorcyclists responsibilities

Sharing the Road Motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as the drivers of other vehicles. They must: (a) stop for stop signs and red lights, (b) ride with the flow of traffic, (c) use left-hand turn lanes and turn signals, (d) obey speed laws, (e) observe rules against impeding traffic and yielding the right of way, (f) obey all traffic signals and signs, and, (g) obey laws prohibiting riding while intoxicated.

Sharing the Road Motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as the drivers of other vehicles. They must: (a) stop for stop signs and red lights, (b) ride with the flow of traffic, (c) use left-hand turn lanes and turn signals, (d) obey speed laws, (e) observe rules against impeding traffic and yielding the right of way, (f) obey all traffic signals and signs, and, (g) obey laws prohibiting riding while intoxicated. Motorcyclists are entitled to the same full lane width as all other vehicles. Lane splitting is where one vehicle drives side-by-side or passes using a lane occupied by another vehicle. It is legal in some areas for motorcycles to split lanes, but it creates a hazardous situation for both motorcyclists and drivers of other vehicles. Motorcyclist should also avoid riding along side of other vehicles whenever possible.

Sharing the Road They must be especially alert at intersections as most of the accidents occur there as motorist fail to see the cyclist and yield to it. As a motorcyclist, be alert for motorist pulling out, crossing, turning left or right in front of you. It is a good idea for motorcyclists to enter the intersection with other vehicles nearby (not alone). If drivers do not see the motorcyclist, at least they might see the larger other vehicle and not violate the motorcyclists right of way. Motorcyclist should also use their horn to alert other motorists of their presence. But, do not assume it will get their attention. If you are riding a motorcycle, have an escape plan to avoid an accident.

Motorcyclists need to know the proper lane position for increasing their visibility to others and avoiding blind spots. When in traffic, motorcyclists should follow the path of the left rear wheel of the car in front so they are visible in the rear-view mirror of the driver being followed. What are three things this cyclists is doing wrong?

Motorcyclists should be aware of the road surface at all times, but especially when cornering. Look for irregularities in the surface or spots where oil or water have accumulated. Motorcyclists should use both the front and rear brakes for everything but leisurely stops. The front brake has the most stopping power, but too much front brake can result in the front wheel locking and being thrown over the handle bars.

Sharing the Road When carrying passengers, the operator should recognize the likelihood of poorer handling and acceleration of the motorcycle and compensate for it. Do not think that your bike will perform the same with twice the load on the engine. As a passenger on a motorcycle, you should learn how to lean with the operator during turns and curves. Passengers are also required to wear an approved helmet and keep their feet on the passenger pegs at all times. Let’s conclude this section by exploring passenger vehicle responsibilities toward motorcyclist.

Sharing the Road As a passenger vehicle driver, you should take specific actions to safely share the road with motorcycles, including: (a) looking for them when lane changing (blind spot head check) and when making turns (correctly judging their speed), (b) allowing a four-second following distance when following one, (c) realizing they can legal split lanes with other vehicles, and, (e) Motorcycles fall more realizing that adverse road conditions (potholes, often on wet or icy roads, etc. ) are dangerous for motorcycles. on metal surfaces such as bridge gratings and railroad tracks, and on Motorcycle signal lights don’t always turn gravel. off by themselves. Don’t turn just because an approaching motorcycle has a turn It is also more difficult for signal on. The rider may plan to turn just cyclists to quickly change beyond you. Wait until the cyclist actually their path of travel in starts turning before proceeding. emergency situations.

Sharing the Road Motorcycles are harder to see at night because they only have one taillight and usually one headlight. If you see a vehicle with one light coming toward you, drive as far to the right as possible. It could be a bicycle or motorcycle, but it could also be a car with a burntout headlight. One final thought: We all have to share the road together. Show respect, courtesy, and treat others the way you desire to be treated.

Sharing the Road Passing safely all these different vehicles requires special consideration concerning their size, acceleration capabilities and visibility. Space management (keeping proper distance away) is also just as important with these vehicles as it is with the bicycles, emergency vehicles and the pedestrians we already studied. The benefits of cooperative driving coupled with courtesy make for a more pleasant and safe road experience for all.

As we have studied in previous lessons consistently communicating your driving intentions is essential. Vehicle signals must be used at all times. The horn is a useful communication device but should be used only in appropriate situations. Hand signals & eye to eye contact are also very important as you communicate with other roadway users. Hazard signals are another communication necessity whenever condition warrant such. Your vehicles position (waiting to pull out of a driveway), flashing your headlights or high beams are also communication strategies. Your instructor will cover these as you drive.

Review time…how much do you remember?

1) Sharing the roadway with motorcycles, slow moving vehicles, emergency vehicles, trolleys and carpoolers in a safe and considerate manner is ___________ 2) ____________is identifying cues to behaviors that help predict how other roadway users will act…it is anticipating the action of others. 3) To check your oil, first find the ______. If you are down ____ or more add enough to bring it to full line. 4) You should change your oil according to the owners manual recommendations, usually every _____km. 5) If you hear a squealing metal sound when applying the brakes, it may mean that its time for a ________ 6) True or False: ____Because of the possibility of freezing, using water it is not recommended as a windshield washer.

7) If you notice fluid leakage under the car (other than water) you should get it checked out by _______. 8) Perhaps the easiest vehicle maintenance is changing the ______ 9) Correcting an electrical malfunction such as lights not working, may be easily corrected by changing a _____ 10) Although ethanol (gasohol) is compatible with most engines, be sure to check your ______ 11) Since cars are the largest cause of carbon monoxide pollution and smog, they need to pass _______ 12) True or False: If your battery is dead it might still be possible to start it with the use of jumper cables. _____ 13) When bringing the two vehicles close together, be sure that they do not ____ each other.

14) The good battery and the dead battery must be of the same _______ before attempting the jumpstart. 15) Begin by securing the _____ jumper cable to the positive terminals on each battery. 16) True or False: Connect the negative terminals of each battery to each other. _______ 17) After starting the car, disconnect the cables in the _______ order that you connected them. 18) Vehicles carrying this very ____. mean they are traveling 19) True or False: Never pass a working snow plow. They create snow clouds which may have debris and reduce visibility. ______ 20) Always _____to trolleys crossing the roadway.

1)21) _____ is a useful way to save fuel and reduce the number of vehicles using highways in heavy commute traffic. 1)22) True or False: As long as due care is taken you may enter and exit a carpool lane at any time. _______ 23) Motorcyclists face more dangers because they hard to ____and because they require exceptional handling ability. 24) ______ are the most likely place for motorcycle accidents as drivers often fail to yield to cyclists. 1)25) True or False: If you are riding a motorcycle, try to enter an intersection with other nearby vehicles. _______ 26) Because of only one headlight and taillight, motorcycles are hard to see at _______.

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