FTT Vehicle Maintenance and Safety — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth in Singapore?
- 1.0 mm
- 1.6 mm (Correct answer)
- 2.0 mm
- 3.0 mm
Correct answer: 1.6 mm
The legal minimum tyre tread depth in Singapore is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre. Below this level, the tyre is illegal and unsafe, especially in wet conditions.
Question 2: How often must private cars undergo vehicle inspection in Singapore?
- Every year from new
- Cars older than 3 years must undergo inspection every 2 years, and annually after 10 years (Correct answer)
- Only when selling the vehicle
- Never — Singapore does not require inspections
Correct answer: Cars older than 3 years must undergo inspection every 2 years, and annually after 10 years
Private cars must pass periodic vehicle inspections: every 2 years for cars aged 3-10 years, and annually for cars over 10 years old. Inspections are done at authorised inspection centres.
Question 3: What fluids should a Singapore driver regularly check in their vehicle?
- Only engine oil
- Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and windscreen washer fluid (Correct answer)
- Only petrol level
- Only windscreen washer fluid
Correct answer: Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and windscreen washer fluid
Regular fluid checks are essential for vehicle safety and reliability. Engine oil lubricates, coolant prevents overheating, brake fluid ensures stopping power, and washer fluid maintains visibility.
Question 4: What should a driver do before starting a journey in Singapore?
- Nothing — just start driving
- Conduct a basic vehicle check including tyres, lights, mirrors, seatbelts, and fuel level (Correct answer)
- Only check the fuel gauge
- Only adjust the mirrors
Correct answer: Conduct a basic vehicle check including tyres, lights, mirrors, seatbelts, and fuel level
A pre-journey check should cover tyre condition and pressure, all lights (headlights, brake lights, indicators), mirror adjustment, seatbelt function, fuel level, and overall vehicle condition.
Question 5: What is the legal requirement for seatbelts in Singapore?
- Only the driver must wear a seatbelt
- All occupants in the front and rear seats must wear seatbelts where provided (Correct answer)
- Seatbelts are optional for adults
- Only front seat passengers need seatbelts
Correct answer: All occupants in the front and rear seats must wear seatbelts where provided
Under the Road Traffic Act, wearing seatbelts is compulsory for all occupants in seats where seatbelts are provided. This includes both front and rear seats. The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers comply.
Question 6: What is the purpose of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in vehicles?
- It makes the vehicle go faster
- It prevents the wheels from locking during hard braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control (Correct answer)
- It automatically applies the brakes
- It reduces fuel consumption
Correct answer: It prevents the wheels from locking during hard braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control
ABS prevents wheel lock-up during emergency braking by rapidly modulating brake pressure. This allows the driver to maintain steering control and avoid obstacles while braking hard.
FTT Vehicle Maintenance and Safety
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