Chapter 13 Questions

Mechanics and maintenance · 98 questions

#1

When it rains, how do the vehicle's tyres grip the road?

#2

When the exhaust pipe breaks down, what happens?

#3

If due to a puncture you are forced to drive with a temporary-use spare tyre, what should you bear in mind?

#4

What consequences can a shock absorber in poor condition have?

#5

If you are forced to drive with a temporary-use or emergency spare tyre, you must bear in mind...

#6

Is it mandatory to carry a fire extinguisher in a private passenger car?

#7

If you switch on the air conditioning system while driving, fuel consumption...

#8

Preventive vehicle maintenance is essential...

#9

When a battery needs fluid, what fluid should be added?

#10

A tyre with incorrect inflation pressure...

#11

The foot brake — which wheels does it act on?

#12

Is a truck driver required to carry a reflective vest in their vehicle?

#13

Is it compulsory to carry a fire extinguisher as equipment in a private-use motor vehicle?

#14

How should the engine oil level be checked?

#15

Tyre inflation pressure...

#16

Can excessive vehicle load affect the correct functioning of the tyres?

#17

Can the driver prevent an accident due to the condition of the vehicle?

#18

While travelling at 100 km/h the foot brake fails. How can the vehicle be stopped?

#19

Must high-visibility reflective vests be type-approved?

#20

Does heat affect tyre wear?

#21

A truck with a maximum authorised mass of more than 3,500 kilograms used for public service must always carry...

#22

Tyre pressure should be checked with the tyres:

#23

A driver who periodically checks the tyres can...

#24

On a downhill slope, what should you do to prevent the brakes from overheating?

#25

Is it compulsory for a passenger car towing a trailer to carry a spare wheel for the trailer?

#26

Can the riding style of a motorcycle influence fuel consumption?

#27

When the tyres are underinflated...

#28

Which vehicle components require the greatest supervision by the driver?

#29

Are passenger cars towing a light trailer required to carry an approved fire extinguisher among their accessories?

#30

As preventive maintenance, is it advisable to carry out a periodic inspection of the vehicle's lighting system?

#31

If an increase in a vehicle's fuel consumption is observed, what should be checked?

#32

After prolonged exposure of a vehicle to high temperatures and heat, is it advisable to check whether its headlights and taillights have suffered any deterioration?

#33

Vehicle bulbs must be replaced...

#34

Which system can detect pedestrians or animals by marking them in red or another color on the driver's information display?

#35

To avoid noise pollution, it is advisable that motorcycle riders...

#36

When does the oil filter need to be changed?

#37

What pressure should the tyres have?

#38

Proper maintenance of the vehicle...

#39

For the vehicle to grip the road well, what must you do?

#40

A vehicle has a damaged exhaust silencer. Is it allowed to drive in this condition?

#41

When it is raining, what pressure should the tyres have?

#42

What is the engine oil dipstick used for?

#43

A correctly working vehicle suspension is used to:

#44

Is it allowed to fit tyres with a speed code different from the one recommended by the manufacturer?

#45

Does the condition of the tyres affect braking?

#46

A vehicle is driving with low tyre pressure. How much fuel will it consume?

#47

A driver is travelling on a very wet road; if to brake they need to press the brake pedal all the way down, what could this mainly be due to?

#48

If you have installed winter tyres on your vehicle, is it advisable to replace them when temperatures begin to get warmer?

#49

What should you do for the vehicle to have better grip on the road?

#50

Is it possible to save fuel by avoiding unnecessary gear changes?