Pre Entry Checks
What is a pre entry check?
Answers will vary
Why would we want to lock our doors?
Personal Safety, Keep us in the car in the event of a crash
Where should your hands be positioned on the steering wheel?
8 & 4 or 9 & 3
Airbags are designed to work in coordination with what?
Seatbelt
Where should infants be seated?
Infants should be seated in the back!
What color is coolant?
Green, Bright Orange, Pink
Where should a head restraint be adjusted to?
At top of head or above
Why do we need to adjust our seats?
Red light indicators do what?
Indicate serious malfunctions with your car
What is a blind zone?
A blind zone is the area behind a vehicle where a driver can not see
True or False: Oil is thin and grayish in color.
False
Where should a seatbelt rest?
Across chest and lap
Who is responsible for making sure everyone is buckled up?
Driver
What does the steering wheel allow the driver to do?
Direct the vehicle
Maintain control of the vehicle
True or false: Passengers in the back seat are safer NOT wearing a seatbelt?
False
What may you find during a pre entry check?
Answers will vary
What does your head restraint prevent?
Whiplash
Where should the rearview mirror be aimed?
Aimed at the back window to see entire window
What is the purpose of a parking brake?
Why should coolant leaks be cleaned up immediately?
Can be poisonous to pets
When we are checking for the 3 Ps we're looking for?
Pets, Pedals, Pedestrians
How should one adjust their mirrors?
Passenger side: Head in the middle of car, adjust mirror out
What does BGE stand for?
Blind zone Glare Elimination
What do yellow or orange indicators mean?
A system is malfunctioning and needs to be addressed
How many inches should an airbag be from a driver's chest?
10-12 inches