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Virginia Virginia Department of Education Department of Education Module Two Transparencies Module Two Transparencies Virginia Driver Responsibilities: Virginia Driver Responsibilities: Preparing to Operate a Vehicle Preparing to Operate a Vehicle Topic 1 Topic 1 -- -- Driver Preparation Procedures Driver Preparation Procedures Topic 2 Topic 2 -- -- Identifying Vehicle Control Devices Identifying Vehicle Control Devices Topic 3 Topic 3 -- -- Operating Vehicle Control Devices Operating Vehicle Control Devices Topic 4 Topic 4 -- -- Vehicle Balance Considerations Vehicle Balance Considerations Topic 5 Topic 5 -- -- Standard Vehicle Reference Points Standard Vehicle Reference Points Provided in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Motor Ve Provided in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Motor Ve hicles hicles

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VirginiaVirginia Department of EducationDepartment of Education

Module Two TransparenciesModule Two Transparencies

Virginia Driver Responsibilities: Virginia Driver Responsibilities:

Preparing to Operate a VehiclePreparing to Operate a Vehicle

Topic 1 Topic 1 ---- Driver Preparation ProceduresDriver Preparation Procedures

Topic 2 Topic 2 ---- Identifying Vehicle Control DevicesIdentifying Vehicle Control Devices

Topic 3 Topic 3 ---- Operating Vehicle Control DevicesOperating Vehicle Control Devices

Topic 4 Topic 4 ---- Vehicle Balance ConsiderationsVehicle Balance Considerations

Topic 5 Topic 5 ---- Standard Vehicle Reference PointsStandard Vehicle Reference Points

Provided in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Motor VeProvided in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicleshicles

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Check around the outsideCheck around the outside of the vehicle for broken glass (windows, lights,etc.), body damage, condition of tires, fluid leaks, direction of front tires, or debris on the ground that could interfere with movement.

PrePre--DriveDrive TasksTasks

T – 2.1

Topic 1 Lesson 1

Check forCheck for small children or pets near vehicle.

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T – 2.2

PrePre--DriveDrive TasksTasksTopic 1 Lesson 1

• 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.

Store personal items in trunk of vehicle Store personal items in trunk of vehicle

When parked at the When parked at the curbcurb• Approach vehicle from the front to monitor

oncoming traffic.• Approach driver’s door with key in hand.

When parked in When parked in parking lotparking lot• Approach vehicle from the rear to observe people

or objects near the car.• Approach driver’s door with key in hand.

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T – 2.3

PrePre--DriveDrive TasksTasksTopic 1 Lesson 1

•• Unlock DoorsUnlock Doors

•• Check traffic flowCheck traffic flow

•• Enter the vehicleEnter the vehicle

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Under the Hood ChecksUnder the Hood Checks

3

8 11

10

9

1

2

6

74

5

1. Engine Coolant Reservoir

2. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir

3. Engine Oil Filler Cap4. Transmission Fluid

Dipstick (Automatic Transmission)

5. Engine Oil Dipstick6. Brake Fluid Reservoir7. Clutch Fluid Reservoir

(Manual Transmission)8. Battery9. Power Steering Fluid

Reservoir10. Drive Belts11. Air Filter Assembly

T – 2.4

Topic 1 Lesson 2

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Tires• Tire pressure

– Check recommendation in owner’s manual

• Tread wear, damage, or bars showing

• Cuffing (uneven wear on inside or outside tread areas)

• Bald spots• Cuts, stones, metal

fragments, or other damage

Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Safety, Communication Devices Communication Devices & Accessories& Accessories

• Headlights, tail lights, and turn signals

• Emergency lights and markers• Emergency kit• Windshield wiper blades,

operation, and washer fluid• HVAC• Safety warning lamps (brake,

ABS, air bag, safety belts)

Weekly Self-ChecksTopic 1 Lesson 2

T – 2.4a

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Under the Hood ChecksUnder the Hood ChecksTopic 1 Lesson 2

SelfSelf--CheckCheck

Check every 1Check every 1--2 Months2 Months

• All interior and exterior lights• Engine oil level, brake fluid level, and

engine coolant level• Lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for

wear and smooth function

Check Twice Per YearCheck Twice Per Year

• Air pressure in spare tire• Power steering fluid level• Parking brake for proper operation• Hinges, latches, door weather strips, and

outside locks (check and lubricate)• Body and door drain holes (check and

clean)• Cooling system coolant strength• Battery connections (clean if necessary)• Transmission fluid level

Professional ServiceProfessional Service

Every 3,000 - 5,000 Miles

• Oil change/filter replacement• Tire rotation/balance

Every 15,000 Miles

• Automatic transmission fluid level• Brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines,

hoses, and parking brake system• Engine cooling system• Steering linkage, suspension and, if

equipped, drive shaft and ball joints• Cabin air filter replacement, if equipped

Every 30,000 Miles

• Exhaust system and heat shield• Engine air filter and fuel filter replacement• Accessory drive belts• Automatic transmission/transaxle service, if

equipped

T – 2.4b

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Driver ReadinessDriver Readiness TasksTasks

T – 2.5

Topic 1 Lesson 3

SecuritySecurity- Check passengers for safe entry

- Lock doors

- Place key in appropriate location

Driver’s Seating PositionDriver’s Seating Position-- Adjust so driver’s heel can pivot Adjust so driver’s heel can pivot

smoothly between foot pedalssmoothly between foot pedals

-- Adjust to allow at least 10” between Adjust to allow at least 10” between driver’s chest and the steering wheeldriver’s chest and the steering wheel

-- Adjust seat back for driver’s visual Adjust seat back for driver’s visual needsneeds

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Driver ReadinessDriver Readiness TasksTasks

T – 2.6

Topic 1 Lesson 3

RestraintsRestraints- Safety belt positioned across chest and

over pelvis (strongest skeletal bones)- Sit at least 10” from the steering wheel and

side air bags- Head restraint – middle of the back of the

skull

• Adjust the seat, place your lower back firmly against the seat and sit up straight (if equipped with adjustable center post mountings for shoulder belt height, adjust height setting so the belt does not rub against your neck)

• grab the bracket above the latch plate and pull the belt across your pelvis (make sure it is not twisted)

• push the latch into the buckle until you hear it click (check to make sure the latch is locked)

• snug the lap belt by pulling down on the buckle end as you pull up on the shoulder belt

Adjusting Safety Belt for Proper FitAdjusting Safety Belt for Proper Fit

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Driver ReadinessDriver Readiness TasksTasksTopic 1 Lesson 3

- Set rear view mirror to see 200 feet to the rear.

- Set side view mirror 15 degrees out to view adjacent lane.

MirrorsMirrors

T – 2.6a

NOTE: If rear view is blocked, adjust side view mirrors to see the side of vehicle and area behind the vehicle. This mirror setting will increase your blind spot.

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Starting TasksStarting Tasks

Check/set parking brakeCheck/set parking brake

Place foot on service Place foot on service

brakebrake

Put key in ignition and Put key in ignition and unlockunlock

Move shifter to Move shifter to

park/neutralpark/neutralT – 2.7

Topic 1 Lesson 3

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Starting TasksStarting Tasks

Turn ignition to the on Turn ignition to the on positionposition

Check gaugesCheck gauges

Adjust ventilation (HVAC)Adjust ventilation (HVAC)

Set needed accessories Set needed accessories (defroster, wipers, etc.)(defroster, wipers, etc.)

T – 2.8

Topic 1 Lesson 4

Activate choke/fuel injectionActivate choke/fuel injection

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Stop in a legal, safe parking spaceStop in a legal, safe parking spacePark an appropriate distance from a fire hydrant,

intersection, RR crossing, loading zone, etc.Keep foot on service brake.

Set Parking BrakeSet Parking BrakeRecommended in most new vehicle owner’s manuals to protect transaxle and constant velocity joints.

Place gear selector in (P)ark.Place gear selector in (P)ark.Or place in recommended gear (Reverse or First gear) for manual shift transmission.

Turn off any vehicle accessoriesTurn off any vehicle accessoriesCheck that all systems are functioning and ready to use next time.

Securing TasksSecuring Tasks

T – 2.9

Topic 1 Lesson 4

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Turn ignition switch to “off”Turn ignition switch to “off”- The engine and all accessories should shut off.

Lock ignition switch and remove keyLock ignition switch and remove key- This is a safety feature for removing the key in most vehicles.

Remove occupant restraintsRemove occupant restraints- In some older cars, the shoulder restraints operate when the

door is opened.

Check traffic and exit the vehicleCheck traffic and exit the vehicle-- Check Check traffic flow to rear prior to opening the door.flow to rear prior to opening the door.-- Rear child safety door locks may need to be opened from the Rear child safety door locks may need to be opened from the

driver’s door.driver’s door.

Secure doors and windowsSecure doors and windows- Protects valuables and unauthorized entry by others.

Securing TasksSecuring Tasks

T – 2.10

Topic 1 Lesson 4

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Alert/Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert/Warning Symbols and Controls

A. F. K. P.

B. G. L. Q.

THEFT

C. H. M. R.

D. N.I. S.

E. O.J.

T – 2.11

Topic 2 Lesson 1

Air Bag On/Off Switch

Air Bag Functioning

Antilock Brake System Functioning

Theft-Deterrent System Activation

12 Volt Extension Outlet

Battery/Alternator Warning Light

Brake Warning Light

Safety Alert Symbol

Vent and Air Flow Control

Door Locks

Low Oil Pressure Warning Light

Temperature Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder

Fog Lamps

Drive Wheel Selector

Emergency Flashers

Fuse / Fuse Box

Fuel Indicator

Turn Signal Wipers Stalk

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Alert/Warning Symbols and ControlsAlert/Warning Symbols and Controls

W.

T.

U.

V.

X.

GG.

Y.

Z.

AA.

BB.

CC.

DD. II.

EE. JJ.

O/DOFF KK.FF.

LL.

HH. MM. ETSETSOFFOFF

T – 2.12

Topic 2 Lesson 1

Horn

Hood Release

Headlights/High Beam Indicator

Lighter Indicator

Interior Light Adjustment

Fan Speed Indicator

Adjust Left/Right Side Mirror

Parking Lamp Indicator

Overdrive On/Off Indicator

Exterior Lights

Steering Wheel Height Adjustment

Cruise Control Device

Rear Defroster Indicator

Power Window Controls Left/Right Signal Indicator

Electronic Traction Control System

Trunk Release

Windshield Washer

Windshield Wipers

Front Windshield Defroster

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Control, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesControl, Information, Comfort, and Safety Devices

•• Headlamp ControlHeadlamp Control•• Fuse PanelFuse Panel•• Instrument PanelInstrument Panel•• VentsVents

MultiMulti--Function LeverFunction Lever•• Headlight High/Low Beam SwitchHeadlight High/Low Beam Switch•• Windshield Wiper/Washer ControlWindshield Wiper/Washer Control•• Turn Signal SwitchTurn Signal Switch•• Speed/Cruise Control Speed/Cruise Control

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

T – 2.13

Topic 2 Lesson 2

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

•• Speedometer Speedometer (mph(mph--km/h)km/h)

•• OdometerOdometer

•• Trip OdometerTrip Odometer

•• Gear IndicatorGear Indicator

T – 2.14

Control, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesControl, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesTopic 2 Lesson 2

Center Instrument ClusterCenter Instrument Cluster

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

• Safety Belt Reminder• Antilock Brakes (ABS) • Brake Warning Light• Air Bag Warning Light• Battery/Alternator Warning light• Fuel indicator• Left/Right Turn Indicator Light• Engine Temperature• High Beam Indicator• Speed Control Settings

T – 2.15

Control, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesControl, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesTopic 2 Lesson 2

Instrument PanelInstrument Panel

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

• Oil Pressure Gauge• Door Ajar Warning Light• Anti-Theft Light• Speed Control Light • O/D On/Off • Driver Air Bag (SRS)• Lighter• Horn

T – 2.16

Control, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesControl, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesTopic 2 Lesson 2

Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Con’tCon’t

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Control, Information, Comfort, and Safety DevicesControl, Information, Comfort, and Safety Devices

•• Electronic Sound SystemElectronic Sound System

•• Selector LeverSelector Lever

•• Auxiliary Power OutletsAuxiliary Power Outlets

•• Climate Control SystemsClimate Control Systems

•• Passenger Air Bag Cut Off Passenger Air Bag Cut Off SwitchSwitch

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

T – 2.17

Topic 2 Lesson 1

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Operating Vehicle Control DevicesOperating Vehicle Control Devices

• Safety Considerations to Minimize Risks - Maintain steering control while adjusting information,

comfort, or control devices- Always turn steering wheel in direction of desired

movement when - Moving forward or- Moving backward

- When adjusting steering wheel height and/or angle consider

- Airbag deployment- Hand position - Wheel movement

T – 2.18

Topic 3 Lesson 1

Crossing arms over airbag creates an injury risk!

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Operating Vehicle Control DevicesTopic 2 Lesson 1

Accelerator PedalUsed to stabilize, increase,

and decrease speed.The driver can:– cover the

accelerator;– use progressive

acceleration;– use thrust

acceleration; or – lift off the

accelerator.

Brake PedalUsed to stabilize, decrease, and increase speed.

The driver can:- cover the brake;- trail brake;- control squeeze

brake;- threshold brake;- lock the brakes;- apply ABS;- jab (stab) brake; or- lift off the brake.

T-2.19

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Operating Vehicle Control DevicesOperating Vehicle Control Devices

T – 2.20

Topic 3 Lesson 1

Gear Selector LeverGear Selector Lever• Transmission Type and Location• Overdrive and Drive gear use

Parking BrakeParking Brake• Owner’s Manual suggests

engaging parking brake before placing in Park.

Cruise / Speed Control Cruise / Speed Control –– Why and HowWhy and How• To maintain a constant speed.• Never use in stop-and-go traffic or on slick surfaces.

Ignition Switch Ignition Switch -- Location and FunctionsLocation and Functions

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Safety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience DevicesSafety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience Devices

T – 2.20a

Topic 3 Lesson 2

•• MirrorsMirrors•• Safety BeltsSafety Belts•• Head RestraintsHead Restraints•• HornHorn•• Turn SignalsTurn Signals

•• Door LocksDoor Locks•• Hazard FlashersHazard Flashers•• Windshield Wipers and Windshield Wipers and

WashersWashers•• Headlights / Daytime Headlights / Daytime

Running LightsRunning Lights

•• Hood ReleaseHood Release•• Trunk ReleaseTrunk Release•• Heat / Defroster / Heat / Defroster /

Air Conditioner Air Conditioner ControlsControls

•• Seat AdjustmentSeat Adjustment

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Safety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience DevicesSafety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience Devices

T – 2.21

Topic 3 Lesson 2

MirrorsMirrors •• Adjust Inside and OutAdjust Inside and Out

Safety BeltsSafety Belts •• Adjust for Maximum EffectivenessAdjust for Maximum Effectiveness

Head RestraintsHead Restraints •• Protect Against WhiplashProtect Against Whiplash

HornHorn •• Know Location and UseKnow Location and Use

Turn SignalsTurn Signals •• Know Location and UseKnow Location and Use

Door LocksDoor Locks •• Manual / PowerManual / Power•• Child Proof Rear Door LocksChild Proof Rear Door Locks

Hazard FlashersHazard Flashers •• Know Location and UseKnow Location and Use

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Safety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience DevicesSafety, Communication, Comfort, & Convenience Devices

T – 2.22

Topic 3 Lesson 2

Windshield Wipers and WashersWindshield Wipers and Washers

Headlights / Running LightsHeadlights / Running Lights •• Location and UseLocation and Use

Hood ReleaseHood Release •• LocationLocation

Trunk ReleaseTrunk Release •• LocationLocation

Heat / Defroster / Air Conditioner ControlsHeat / Defroster / Air Conditioner Controls

Seat AdjustmentSeat Adjustment •• Power / Manual ControlsPower / Manual Controls

• Location and Use

Location and Use

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Vehicle Balance (Roll, Pitch, and Yaw)Vehicle Balance (Roll, Pitch, and Yaw)– Roll: vehicle’s weight shifts from side to side

– Pitch: vehicle’s weight shifts forward or backward

– Yaw: vehicle’s rear tire weight shifts to one side

– Note: These weight transfers occur when the amount of weight or force pulling on each tire changes

– Optimum balance is achieved at rest with no movement

– Suspension and tire pressure also affect vehicle balance

Vehicle Movement on Crowned or Banked Roadway Vehicle Movement on Crowned or Banked Roadway – Can create dramatic changes to vehicle balance due to

suspension and weight shifts

Controlling Vehicle BalanceControlling Vehicle Balance

T – 2.24

Topic 4 Lesson 1

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Controlling Vehicle BalanceControlling Vehicle Balance

•• Steering Wheel BalanceSteering Wheel Balance– Smaller steering wheel design

– Rack and pinion steering control

•• Precise Steering, Braking, and Accelerator InputPrecise Steering, Braking, and Accelerator Input– Less steering movement needed in modern vehicles

– Need smooth acceleration/deceleration

– Squeeze brakes for balanced stops

•• Changes in Steering Ratios, 1980's to DateChanges in Steering Ratios, 1980's to Date-- Steering input has been significantly reducedSteering input has been significantly reduced

T – 2.25

Topic 4 Lesson 1

Maintaining Vehicle BalanceMaintaining Vehicle Balance

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Changing Vehicle Load from Side to Side (Roll)Changing Vehicle Load from Side to Side (Roll)• Steering Wheel Movements

• Brake Application and Steering Combinations

• Slope of pavement

Controlling Vehicle BalanceControlling Vehicle Balance

SeatingSeating• Driver position/balance and safety belt/pedal use

T – 2.26

Topic 4 Lesson 1

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Vehicle Direction / Speed RequirementsVehicle Direction / Speed Requirements

Vehicle ControlVehicle Control

• Releasing the accelerator

• Controlled braking (Squeeze on)

• Threshold braking

• Trail braking (Squeeze off)

T – 2.27

Topic 4 Lesson 2

Changing Vehicle Load from Front to Rear (Pitch)Changing Vehicle Load from Front to Rear (Pitch)• Light accelerator pressure• Releasing the brake• Progressive accelerator pressure• Thrust accelerator pressure

Changing Vehicle Load from Rear to Front (Pitch)Changing Vehicle Load from Rear to Front (Pitch)

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Vehicle ControlVehicle Control

Weight Shifts Change Vehicle Balanced

DROPSFront

LIFTSRear

T – 2.28

Topic 4 Lesson 2

Accelerating, braking, or steering shifts the vehicle’s weight from tire to tire and affects vehicle balance and control.

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Vehicle Direction / Speed RequirementsVehicle Direction / Speed Requirements

Vehicle ControlVehicle Control

• Sudden braking and steering• Sudden or excessive acceleration and steering• Sudden or excessive steering• Road tilted to right• Traction loss to right rear may cause

yaw motion

T – 2.29

Topic 4 Lesson 2

• Sudden braking and steering• Sudden or excessive acceleration

and steering• Sudden or excessive steering• Road tilted to left• Traction loss to left rear may cause yaw motion

Changing Vehicle Load from Changing Vehicle Load from Right to Left (Roll)Right to Left (Roll)

Changing Vehicle Balance from Left to Right (Roll)Changing Vehicle Balance from Left to Right (Roll)

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CorneringCornering

InertiaInertiaActual PathActual Path

Intended PathIntended Path

Vehicle ControlVehicle Control

When cornering, tires tend to flex.

If the tires are underinflated, the contact with the rim may be lost. AIR LOSS WILL OCCUR.

RIM

T – 2.30

Topic 4 Lesson 2

Tires turning left

Excessive tire flexion increases tire heat and may result in a blowout.

Apex

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Vehicle ControlVehicle Control

Vehicle Direction / Speed RequirementsVehicle Direction / Speed RequirementsSteering Wheel ControlSteering Wheel Control

Hand position on steering wheelHand position on steering wheel• Holding top or upper half of wheel (excessive

steering and air bag injury risk)

• Hands located on lower half of wheel (relaxed, balanced control)

Steering techniquesSteering techniques• Hand-to-hand steering (Push/Pull/Slide)• Hand-over-hand steering (top third of wheel)• Evasive steering (ABS wheel limitation)• One-hand steering

To reach controlsAt top when backing straightAt bottom when backing a trailer

T – 2.31

Topic 4 Lesson 2

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Targeting and Visual RequirementsTargeting and Visual Requirements

T – 2.32

Topic 5 Lesson 1

Visual FunctionsVisual Functions- Focus Vision (Focal/Focus Vision (Focal/FovealFoveal))-- Central Vision (Limited Fringe Area)Central Vision (Limited Fringe Area)-- Peripheral Vision (Side)Peripheral Vision (Side)

Vision GoalsVision Goals-- Maintaining an open line of sightMaintaining an open line of sight-- Searching skillsSearching skills-- Targeting line of sight, path of travelTargeting line of sight, path of travel-- Referencing vehicle to path of travelReferencing vehicle to path of travel-- Using visual references and turning Using visual references and turning

targetstargets- Forward visual turning points- Rear visual turning points

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Determining Vehicle Operating SpaceDetermining Vehicle Operating Space

Markers represent edge of Markers represent edge of sightlinessightlines

Outline of pavement area around Outline of pavement area around the car the driver cannot see from the car the driver cannot see from the driver’s seatthe driver’s seat

Rectangles are the tire patches and Rectangles are the tire patches and asterisks represent the vehicle’s asterisks represent the vehicle’s forward and rear turning axisforward and rear turning axis

T – 2.33

Topic 5 Lesson 1

* *

Forward

Rear

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Traditional Mirror Views and Blind SpotsTraditional Mirror Views and Blind Spots

Notice the large blind zone areas and the Notice the large blind zone areas and the overlap between the side and rear mirrors overlap between the side and rear mirrors when using traditional mirror settings.when using traditional mirror settings.

T – 2.34

Topic 5 Lesson 1

Rear view mirror( )

Left side view mirror

Right side view mirror

Left mirror blind zone

Right mirror blind zone

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Mirror Blind Spot and Glare Elimination (BGE)Mirror Blind Spot and Glare Elimination (BGE)

BGE LEFT SIDE MIRROR VIEW

BGE RIGHT SIDE MIRROR VIEW

REAR MIRROR VIEW

Adjusting the side mirror setting 15 degree outward (BGE) allowsAdjusting the side mirror setting 15 degree outward (BGE) allows you you to see the lanes to the sides and does not overlap as much with to see the lanes to the sides and does not overlap as much with the the

area you can already see in your rear view mirrorarea you can already see in your rear view mirror

Reference: Blindzone & Glare Elimination (BGE) Mirror Settings (Reference: Blindzone & Glare Elimination (BGE) Mirror Settings (G. G. PlatzerPlatzer, 1996), 1996) T – 2.35

Topic 5 Lesson 1

•Peripheral Vision Area

Peripheral Vision Area

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Standard Referencing PointsStandard Referencing Points

Referencing Points:Referencing Points:• Provide visual cues to

establish vehicle position.

• Relate part of the vehicle to some part of the roadway.

• Allow the driver to determine proper placement within a lane.

• Allow for reduced-risk lane positions.

T – 2.36

Topic 5 Lesson 2

RIGHT RIGHT Reference Reference

PointsPoints

LEFT LEFT Reference Reference PointsPoints

6 inches from line or median

3 feet from line or median

6 inches from line or curb

3 feet from line or curb

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Front LimitationFront LimitationFr

ont

Lim

itatio

n

•• AT INTERSECTIONSAT INTERSECTIONS•• IN A STOPPING POSITIONIN A STOPPING POSITION•• PARKINGPARKING

You will need to know where the front end of You will need to know where the front end of your vehicle is when you are:your vehicle is when you are:

T – 2.37

Topic 5 Lesson 2

STOP LINE

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Front LimitationFront Limitation

Where are your visual reference points to Where are your visual reference points to determine determine FRONT LIMITATION FRONT LIMITATION ??

T – 2.38

Topic 5 Lesson 2

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Front Limitation Reference PointsFront Limitation Reference Points

•• To stop 3To stop 3--6 inches from the line in front of your bumper, 6 inches from the line in front of your bumper, stop when stop when your line of sight your line of sight runs under the side view runs under the side view mirror reference point to the line in front of your vehicle.mirror reference point to the line in front of your vehicle.

•• Maintain a normal driving position when targeting your Maintain a normal driving position when targeting your reference point and do not lean forward or sideways.reference point and do not lean forward or sideways.

T – 2.39

Topic 5 Lesson 2

Reference Point

Line of sight

Reference point

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Rear LimitationRear Limitation

•• BACKING BACKING

•• PARKINGPARKING

You need to know where the rear of your You need to know where the rear of your vehicle is when you arevehicle is when you are::

T – 2.40

Topic 5 Lesson 2

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Rear LimitationRear Limitation

T – 2.41

Topic 5 Lesson 2

Where are your visual reference points for Where are your visual reference points for REAR LIMITATION REAR LIMITATION ??

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Rear LimitationRear Limitation

To align the rear bumper three to six inches To align the rear bumper three to six inches from a line or curb,from a line or curb, you need to stop when the you need to stop when the line or curb appears near the middle of the rear line or curb appears near the middle of the rear right window when looking over the right right window when looking over the right shoulder.shoulder.

T – 2.42

Topic 5 Lesson 2

Reference point

Reference point

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Right Side LimitationRight Side Limitation

T – 2.43

Topic 5 Lesson 2

Establishing reference points for Establishing reference points for right side limitation will allow right side limitation will allow you to:you to:

• know where the curb or line is on the right side of the street

• park parallel 3-6 inches away from a line or curb

•• establish lane position 3establish lane position 33-6 inches

Line of sight

Reference point

Reference point

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Right Side LimitationRight Side Limitation

T – 2.44

Topic 5 Lesson 2

The The right side limitationright side limitation reference pointreference point to to position your vehicle 3position your vehicle 3--6 inches from the curb 6 inches from the curb or line is the middle of your vehicle’s hood.or line is the middle of your vehicle’s hood.

3-6 inches

Line of SightReference point

The reference point for 3 feet from the curb or line is the right 1/4 section of the hood.

3 feet

Reference point

Line of Sight

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Left Side LimitationLeft Side Limitation

•• determine position when parking on determine position when parking on the left side of a onethe left side of a one--way street (3way street (3--6 6 inches from the curb or line)inches from the curb or line)

•• determine lane position 2determine lane position 2

T – 2.45

Topic 5 Lesson 2

3-6 INCHES

Establishing reference points for Establishing reference points for left side limitation allows the left side limitation allows the driver to:driver to:

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Left Side LimitationLeft Side Limitation

Your Your left side limitationleft side limitation reference pointreference point is about is about one foot from the left front corner of your car (it one foot from the left front corner of your car (it may be the seam between your left fender and the may be the seam between your left fender and the hood of your vehicle) to the curb.hood of your vehicle) to the curb.

T – 2.46

Topic 5 Lesson 2

3-6 INCHES

Reference Point

Line of Sight

Reference Point

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Angle ParkingAngle Parking

5 Feet

To angle park, place your vehicle To angle park, place your vehicle 5 feet from the right side, target 5 feet from the right side, target the middle of the parking space, the middle of the parking space, and use the right front turning and use the right front turning point to initiate steering towards point to initiate steering towards the middle of space.the middle of space.

5 feet

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Lane Position # 1Lane Position # 1

•• VEHICLE IS CENTERED IN THE LANEVEHICLE IS CENTERED IN THE LANE

•• CAR IS 3 FEET AWAY FROM THE LINES CAR IS 3 FEET AWAY FROM THE LINES ON YOUR RIGHT AND LEFT SIDESON YOUR RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES

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3 FEET

3 FEET

Lane Lane Position Position

ONEONE( LP ( LP 1 1 ))

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Lane Position # 1Lane Position # 1

Lane Lane Position Position

ONEONE(LP(LP 11))

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3 FEET

3 FEET

•• Your left side Your left side reference pointreference point runs through the driver’s runs through the driver’s side left fender to the line on the left side of the vehicle. side left fender to the line on the left side of the vehicle.

•• Your right side Your right side reference pointreference point runs through the center of runs through the center of passenger’s side right half of the hood to the line on the passenger’s side right half of the hood to the line on the right side of the vehicle.right side of the vehicle.

Note: Lane position #1 is the lane position used most often.

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Lane Position # 2Lane Position # 2

•• VEHICLE IS 3VEHICLE IS 3--6 INCHES AWAY FROM 6 INCHES AWAY FROM LINE TO THE LEFTLINE TO THE LEFT

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3-6 INCHES

Lane Lane Position Position

TWOTWO( LP ( LP 2 2 ))

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Lane Position # 2Lane Position # 2

Your Your lane position #2lane position #2 reference pointreference point is about 1 is about 1 foot from left side (it may be the crease between foot from left side (it may be the crease between the left fender and hood of the vehicle) to the curb.the left fender and hood of the vehicle) to the curb.

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Lane Lane Position Position

TWOTWO(LP(LP 22))

3-6 INCHES

6 FEET

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Lane Position # 3Lane Position # 3

CAR IS POSITIONED 3CAR IS POSITIONED 3--6 INCHES 6 INCHES AWAY FROM EDGE OR LINE TO AWAY FROM EDGE OR LINE TO

THE RIGHTTHE RIGHT

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3-6 INCHES

Lane Lane Position Position THREETHREE( LP ( LP 3 3 ))

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Lane Position # 3Lane Position # 3

Your Your lanelane position #3 reference pointposition #3 reference pointis through the center of your hood to is through the center of your hood to the right edge of the roadway.the right edge of the roadway.

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Lane Lane Position Position THREETHREE(LP(LP 33))

3-6 INCHES

6 FEETReference point

Line of Sight

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Lane PositionsLane Positions

Position 2Position 2 is near the lane line to your left and is used is near the lane line to your left and is used when there is a restriction to your path of travel or your when there is a restriction to your path of travel or your line of sight and you cannot move to the adjacent lane.line of sight and you cannot move to the adjacent lane.

LP 1

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Moving from Lane Position Moving from Lane Position ONEONE to to TWOTWO

LP 2

OBSTACLEOBSTACLE

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Lane PositionsLane Positions

Position 3Position 3 is near the lane line to your right and is is near the lane line to your right and is used when there is a restriction to your path of travel used when there is a restriction to your path of travel or line of sight and you cannot move out of the lane. or line of sight and you cannot move out of the lane.

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Moving from Lane Position Moving from Lane Position ONEONE to to THREETHREE

LP 1LP 3

OBSTACLEOBSTACLE

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Possible Lane PositionsPossible Lane Positions

The width of the lane allows drivers to make lane The width of the lane allows drivers to make lane position adjustments to minimize risk and create more position adjustments to minimize risk and create more space between their car and problem situations.space between their car and problem situations.

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Lane Positions Lane Positions –– 1, 2, 3, 4, and 51, 2, 3, 4, and 5LP 3

LP 2LP 4

LP 5

LP 1

OBSTACLEOBSTACLE