section 2 virginia driver responsibilities: preparing to operate a vehicle

Section 2

Virginia Driver Responsibilities: Virginia Driver Responsibilities:

Preparing to Operate a VehiclePreparing to Operate a Vehicle

Bell Ringer

Write a half page red to red about thefollowing statement. Save these to beturned in on test day. Worth 10 Points! • Many teachers assign homework to

students every day. Do you think that daily homework is necessary for students? Support your opinion by using specific reasons and details.

Reminder1.1. Bring paper/pen/pencil and notebookBring paper/pen/pencil and notebook

2.2. Electronics are for instructional use with permission Electronics are for instructional use with permission

3.3. Don’t forget to do daily quizzes on QUIA.COMDon’t forget to do daily quizzes on QUIA.COM

4.4. No Excuses why you don’t take Quizzes 1-6 No Excuses why you don’t take Quizzes 1-6

before test day!! (Quizzes are worth 30% of grade)before test day!! (Quizzes are worth 30% of grade)5.5. Attendance is MANDATORY!! (NO SLEEPING in class)Attendance is MANDATORY!! (NO SLEEPING in class)

6.6. All notes can be found on Harrisonburg’s staff website:All notes can be found on Harrisonburg’s staff website:

http://staff.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/~tbutler/http://staff.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/~tbutler/

7.7. If you are NOT taking notes in class, please be quiet and If you are NOT taking notes in class, please be quiet and ask to use the restroom at the end of class.ask to use the restroom at the end of class.

This is what you are trying to get at the end of class..This is what you are trying to get at the end of class..

Harrisonburg High School

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Day 1 Objectives • The students will understand techniques to enter, start, The students will understand techniques to enter, start,

and secure the vehicle.and secure the vehicle.• The students will understand appropriate procedures to The students will understand appropriate procedures to

enter and start the vehicle.enter and start the vehicle.• The students will understand how to perform basic The students will understand how to perform basic

vehicle checks.vehicle checks.• The students will recognize and understand the function The students will recognize and understand the function

of warning symbolsof warning symbols

Related SOL: DE.2 and DE.18Related SOL: DE.2 and DE.18

Check around the outsideCheck around the outside of the vehicle for people, small

children, pets broken glass windows, lights), body damage,

condition of tires, fluid leaks, direction front tires are turned,

or debris on the ground that could interfere with movement.

Pre-Driving Checks and Procedures

When parked at the curbWhen parked at the curb

- Approach vehicle from the

front to monitor oncoming

traffic.

- Approach driver’s door with

key in hand

- Open door only far and long

enough to allow you to get

into the vehicle.

Pre-Driving Checks and Procedures

When parked in parking lotWhen parked in parking lot

- Approach vehicle from the

rear to observe people or

objects near the car.

- Approach Driver’s door with

key in hand

• Sliding books or book bags on seats when slowing or stopping will distract the driver.

• Food or beverages also distract the driver from the driving task.

• Valuables visible in the car may attract a thief.

Pre-Driving Checks and Procedures

Enter vehicle Place key in ignition. Adjust seat allowing at

least 10 inches from the steering wheel to your chest.

Adjust head restraints—across from top of ear

Adjust mirrors (BGE) Locate vehicle operating

controls Fasten seatbelt

Pre-Driving Checks and Procedures

Starting Tasks

Check parking brake Place foot on brake Turn key to “on”

position Check alert lights

and gauges Turn key to start

engine Adjust heating,

ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)

Set accessories (headlights, wipers)

Check for warning lights and gauges

Stop in a legal, safe parking spaceStop in a legal, safe parking space

Set Parking BrakeSet Parking Brake

Place gear selector in (P)ark.Place gear selector in (P)ark.

- place in recommended gear for standard shift

transaxle or transmission

Turn off any vehicle accessoriesTurn off any vehicle accessories

Turn ignition switch to “off”Turn ignition switch to “off”

Lock ignition switch and remove keyLock ignition switch and remove key

Remove occupant restraintsRemove occupant restraints

Check traffic and exit the vehicleCheck traffic and exit the vehicle

Secure doors and windowsSecure doors and windows

Securing TasksSecuring Tasks

Under the Hood Checks

3

811

10

9

1

2

6

7 4

5

1. Engine Coolant Reservoir

2. Windshield Washer

Fluid Reservoir

3. Engine Oil Filler Cap

4. Transmission Fluid

Dipstick

5. Engine Oil

6. Brake Fluid

Reservoir

7. Clutch Fluid

Reservoir (Manual

Transmission)

8. Battery

9. Power Steering

Fluid

10. Drive Belts

11. Air Filter Assembly

Under the Hood ChecksUnder the Hood Checks

Under the Hood ChecksUnder the Hood Checks

Self-ChecksSelf-Checks

Check every 1-2 MonthsCheck every 1-2 Months• Engine oil level

Check Twice Per YearCheck Twice Per Year• Air pressure in spare tire

Professional ServicesProfessional Services

Every 3,000 - 5,000 Miles• Oil change/filter

replacement• Tire rotation/balance

Vehicle Inspection

Vehicle Inspection

- Within 60 days of moving here, you must get your vehicle inspected.

- All motor vehicles registered in VA. Must be inspected each year by an official motor vehicle inspection station.

Identifying Vehicle

Control Devices

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Airbag On/Off Switch

Airbag Activation Light

A.

B.

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

Service Engine Soon Light

C.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

12 Volt Extension Outlet

Battery Warning Light

E.

F.

Low Oil Pressure Warning Light

D.

Vent Airflow Control

I.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Fan Speed Indicator

H.

Emergency Flashers Light

G.

Door Locks

J.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Theft Deterrent System Activation

THEFTK.

Power Windows Control

DD.

Seatbelt Reminder Light

Drive Wheel Selector

M.

O.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Horn

N.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Brake Warning Light

R.

Antilock Brake Activation Light

P.

Safety Alert Symbol

W.

Turn Signals / Wipers Stalk

Headlights / High beam Indicator

S.

T.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Left / Right Signal Indicator Light

U.

Interior Light Adjustment

X.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Fog Lamps

V.

Exterior Lights

W.

Lighter Indicator

Overdrive On/Off Switch

Y.

AA. O/DOFF

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Fuse / Fuse Box Light

Z.

Parking Lamp Indicator

Adjust Left/Right Mirrors

CC.

BB.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Rear Defroster Indicator Light

Cruise Control Device

Steering Wheel Height Adjustment

EE.

FF.

GG.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Trunk Release

Front Windshield Defroster

HH.

JJ.

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Hood Release

II.

Windshield Washer Fluid

Windshield Wipers

Electronic Traction System Control

KK.

LL.

MM.ETSETSOFFOFF

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

Alert / Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert / Warning Symbols and Controls

DOOR

AJAR

Door Ajar Light

NN.

Fuel Indicator Light

OO.

Temperature Indicator Light

PP.

* Location and description for all instruments and features can be found in Vehicle Owner’s Manual

Instrument Panels

Class Work

In your driver’s education book, read pages 126-128.

Then, in your notebook, do Lesson #4 review questions 1+2.

Write the questions!! Save these in your notebook to be turned in

with the test.

The End!!