Mod 8 Topic 3 – Vehicle Systems: Vehicle Failures/Emergencie

Front

A tire blowout occurs when you _____________.

Back

have an under-inflated tire that builds up heat and explodes or loses its seal to the rim while the tires are rotating, have a defective tire, drive at high speeds continuously, hit a curb or sharp object.

Front

If a front tire blows out, the vehicle will pull sharply in the direction of the blowout.

Back

True

Front

If a rear tire blows out, the vehicle will wobble and pull slightly in the direction of the flat tire.

Back

True

Front

If you have a tire blow out, it is important to______________.

Back

not brake

Front

If the accelerator pedal is stuck in the down position, make sure to ________.

Back

shift to neutral, steer smoothly and brake gently, turn off the engine, search for an escape path

Front

When the engine stalls, the steering mechanism will not work.

Back

False

Front

The first thing you should do if the engine overheats is _______________.

Back

turn off air conditioner and turn on heater

Front

It is important not to touch the radiator cap when your engine overheats because ___.

Back

it is extremely hot, and you can get burned

Front

When you jumpstart your battery, make sure to connect the red to the negative battery post.

Back

False

Front

You should drive for at least 30 minutes or leave the engine running to charge the battery.

Back

True