ICBC driving test

What does a “thinking driver” out first

Safety first - safety of yourself and others

What are things that a thinking driver choses to do

be fit to drive, make good decisions, and take responsibility

Why should someone avoid driving

If they have an injury or illness

When should you never drive

If you are overtired

What is one of the worst driving harzards

A driver who impaired by drugs or alcohol

Is it true that impaired drivers are much more likely to cause crashes that lead to injury and death

yes

What is the speed limit in playground zones

30km per hour every day from dusk to dawn

Is it true that health problems will affect your ability to drive

yes

Is it true that one out of every four people killed in car crashes were not wearing seatbelts

yes

Is it true that it is illegal to smoke in any vehicle when there are passengers under 16 years old

yes

What should you do before starting your engine

always adjust your seat, head restraint, and mirrors

What should you never do when the engine is on

Adjust your seat or the steering wheel

When your seat is in an upright position it should be in a position where you can:

Push the small of your back into the seat

Should you drive with a reclined seat

never

what is something important to check when sitting in drivers seat

making sure your right foot can reach the floor behind the brake pedal while still maintaining a slight bend

Should your arms be slightly bent when driving

yes

How many meters away from the driver airbag should you be

at least 25 cm from the steering wheel

Why should you make sure your head restraint is adjusted to your height

to avoid getting whiplash, a soft tissue injury that happens after a snapping motion occurs

What should you adjust your head rest to

adjust it to the top so it is at least level with the top of your head

It is true that closer head restraints can be twice as effective in preventing injuries than if they’re too far back

yes

What are blind spots

are the areas beside the vehicle that you cannot see in the mirrors

How to start an engine

place the key so that it is turned to the “start” position then turn it counterclock wise so that it reaches the on position.

How to turn off your engine but keep the radio on

first, turn the key to the lock position to ensure steering wheel and engine is off and then move key to “Acc” position so the car has some electrical components on

When should you put your vehicle in park

Use when staring the vehicle and when parks because it locks the transmission

When should you shift your gears to reverse

When you are backing up, it also turns on reverse [white] lights

when to shift your gear in neutral

If vehicle stalls while moving, use to restart engine or when you are in a car wash

when should you keep your gears in drive

when you are normally driving forward

When should you put your car in 1st gear

When pulling heavy loads or going up or down very steep hills

When should you put your vehicle in 2nd gear

When pulling heavy loads or when going up or down very steep hills

When should you put your vehicle in overdrive

When your driving over 40km per hour to save fuel

what is cruise control

What is a parking brake

keeps vehicle from moving when its parked

What is important to ensure when using parking brake

Fully apply the parking brake down when parking and release it before moving

Where are places a parking brake may be

could have a foot or hand-operated brake

When to use high beams

only on unlit roads at night when there aren’t any vehicles approaching or in front of you

What lights to drive with during the day

low beam headlights

Do daytime running lights activate the tail lights?

no

What should you not do while the vehicle is in motion

Dont turn your vehicle’s ignition switch to “lock” while it is in motion

How do you use the turn signal lever

• Left turn → push lever down

• Right turn → push lever up

• Signals activate blinking lights, dashboard arrow, and ticking sound

When must you use your turn signal

• Before turning

• When changing lanes

• When pulling over or leaving a parked spot

• When merging into traffic

How early should you signal before turning

• At least 30 meters (100 feet) before turning

• Signal earlier at higher speeds

What happens to the turn signal after you complete a turn?

• Usually turns off automatically

• If not, manually return it to center

What does the first position of the light switch control

the tail lights, parking lights, and side-marker lights

What does the second position on the light switch control

headlights

What lights to use when you are stopped?

The parking lights

What lights should you use when your vehicle is moving

headlights not parking lights

When should you turn on the hazard light switch

when you have stopped for an emergency

When to use cruise control

when you are doing highway driving

When to not use cruise control

on wet, slippery, snowy, or icy surfaces, in urban traffic, when you are tired, or when you are on winding roads

What is a winding road

a road with multiple closely spaced curves, often requiring drivers to slow down and navigate carefully

what side of the steering wheel is the wipers and washer control

right side

Are you supposed to always use your right foot when driving

yes

Where is the gas pedal

on the right side of the drivers footwell

Where is the brake

on the left side

What is the function of the speedometer

shows the speed the vehicle is travelling

Odometer

Displays the distance the vehicle has travelled since manufacture

Trip odometer

This can be set when you start a trip to show you how far you have travelled

How do you know if the the high beam headlights are on

if a blue light appears on your control panel

Anti-lock braking system warning light

Indicates the vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes. If the light stays on once car has started, that means there is a problem

brake warning light

reminds you to release the parking brake before moving

how to release parking brake

If its a handbrake, pull it up slightly and press the button at the end to release it. If its a footbrake, press it down to release.

Oil pressure panel

indicates the oil pressure in the engine. does not tell you how much oil is in the car

what to check before driving

rear-view mirror and side mirrors, lights once in a while, wipers and washer, and light and turn signals

when to check tire inflation

when tires are cold

how to avoid ilding

turn the motor off if stopped for more than 60 seconds