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Hawaii driver's manual Chapter 2: vehicle equipment and inspection

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what is every motor vehicle operated on the highways equipped with?
brakes,
steering,
horn,
door handles
, tires,
exhaust system,
lights,
glass,
windshield wipers,
odometer,
bumpers
proper wheel alignments
wheels
wheel lug nuts
fenders
floor pans
hood and hood catches
gas tank meeting established standards
Name Illegal equipment?
1. red light showing from the front, or a blue light visible outside of the vehicle
2. A bell, exhaust whistle or siren,
3. A muffler cut-out or by-pass, or a muffler that makes more noise than an original equipment manufacturer muffler.

authorized emergency vehicles are exempt
which vehicle equipment items must be a type approved for use?
1. exterior lamp or reflector
2. Material used for windshields, or windows
3. hydraulic brake fluid
4. safety belts

these items only may be used for the purpose for which they are designed
when should all motor vehicles
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Name Illegal equipment?
1. red light showing from the front, or a blue light visible outside of the vehicle
2. A bell, exhaust whistle or siren,
when should all motor vehicles have an official period motor vehicle inspection?
at least once a year
when should ambulances be inspected?
once every six months
when should new vehicles get inspected?
new vehicles do not need to be inspected until two years after their initial inspection on the date that they are first sold
what does an inspection include?
safety inspections, issue certificates of inspection, and affix stickers on the right back bumper
what is required to pass the inspection
a hawaii state automobile insurance identification card
what happens upon approval>
a sticker is affixed to the vehicle and a copy of the inspection certificate is issued to you. this must remain in the vehicle.
where are the inspection results sent to ?
sent electronically to the motor vehicle registration file
what happens if any equipment does not pass inspection?
you must have it repaired or adjusted, You may have the repairs made at any repair shop of your choice, or do it yourself.
what is given if repairs are needed>
a rejection slip showing the vehicle defects. This does not authorize operation of a rejected vehicle upon the highway after the previous inspection certificate has expired
what happens with reconstructed vehicles?
a bill of sale or receipt is required for all parts that have been added to the vehicle. The inspection will be conducted by a qualified reconstruction inspector. When the inspection is complete, you will be issued an emblem indicating compliance.
are you responsible for the condition of the vehicle you are driving even though you may not be the owner of the vehicle?
yes
who should perform general care and maintenance regularly
you or by an experienced mechanic
define steering
1. should be able to turn smoothly and easily from the maximum right position to the max left position and back
2. there should be no more than two inches of free play in the steering wheel, if you are power steering. Or 3 inches, if you do not have power steering.
3. Vehicle should respond quickly to movements
4. vehicle should not pull to either side, and the wheels should not shimmy.
define tires
1. don't take tires for granted
2. check them at least once a month
3. check the door jamb for the vehicle manufacturer's recommended pressure and tire size.
4. proper pressure extends tire life and improves handling.
5. replace tires that have less than 1/16 inch of tire thread
6. check for tire cuts, bulges, tread separation, and uneven wear
7. check spare tire too
8. if you begin to notice a slight steering vibration or an unusual noise, check to see of you have a tire problem
what is method of checking tire thread?
use a lincoln penny. place the penny upside down within the tread. if the top of the head is visible the tire needs to be replaced
define brakes
1. if the brakes can't stop, you shouldn't make it go.
name a common brake test
apply brakes rather hard at a speed of 4 to 8 mph. Vehicle should not pull to either side. Do this test in a place where you will not require others to do a brake test too.
describe antilock brakes
1. go to an open area such as a deserted section of a parking lot and try them out so you know what to expect in an emergency.
2. usually need to be going over 10 mph for them to activate.
3. easier to activate ABS on a wet and slippery surface
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What should you always practice doing with the brake?
practice not pumping the brake pedal
define directional signals
1. enable you to communicate with other drivers
2. any change in the dash light light indication reflects improper operation
what happens if the directional signals fail,
use hand signals until you can have them repaired
describe the brake lamps
1. brake or stop lamps warn other drivers that you are slowing or stopping.
2. check these lamps frequently to make sure they operate when the brakes are applied
describe tail lamps and side marker lamps
1. tail lamps and side marker lamps warn other drivers of your presence.
2. check periodically
define horn
gives audible warning
what are head lamps
1. critical importance in night driving, in rainy weather, in fog, and while driving through tunnels.
define windshield
1. should be free of cracks and brakes that interfere with your vision
2. should always clean the windshield evenly, without streaks
3. washers enable you to clean the windshield while driving
4. keep water for shield filled and check frequently
what are rear view mirrors
1. adjusted to give you the max view to the rear horizon
2. should be maintained in a clean condition and be firmly attached to the vehicle
what are hood latches
1. front opening hoods are equipped with a primary latch and a secondary catch
2. should operate properly to insure that the hood will not open and block your vision while you are driving
describe safety belts
1. help you from being injured and can save your life
2. all front seat occupants should wear seat belts.
3. children under 4 should be in a car seat
4. children age 4 through 17 must be belted in the rear seats
when should air bags be used
used in conjunction with seat belts
what happens when your air bag deploys
replace it and because the seat belts in a vehicle designed for air bags will not provide adequate protection without the air bags.
what are door latches
provide you with safety and security
make sure they all latch and lock properly
what is the exhaust system
1. carries exhaust gases to an exit point located to reduce entry of fumes into the passenger compartment
2. reduces the noise to an acceptable level
3. to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
4. keep your exhaust system free of leaks
5. replace all defective parts immediately
6. replacement mufflers must not allow more noise than the original equipment manufacturer muffler.
who should perform general care and maintenance regularly
you or a mechanic
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