LTO - Exam Reviewer Vehicle Safety and Emergencies Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What is the proper procedure for checking tire pressure in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Check tire pressure when the tires are cold (before driving or after resting 3+ hours)

Answer

Tire pressure should be measured when cold, as heat from driving increases pressure readings and gives inaccurate results.

Question 2

What does ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) do during emergency braking?

Accepted Answer

Prevents wheel lock-up, allowing the driver to steer while braking hard

Answer

ABS rapidly modulates brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up, maintaining steering control during emergency braking.

Question 3

If a vehicle's engine overheats while driving, the correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Pull over safely, turn off the engine, and allow it to cool before adding coolant — never open the radiator cap while hot

Answer

Pulling over and allowing the engine to cool before addressing the radiator prevents severe burns from steam and prevents further engine damage.

Question 4

What is the correct action when a vehicle's headlights fail while driving at night?

Accepted Answer

Immediately slow down, turn on hazard lights, pull over safely, and do not continue driving until lights are repaired

Answer

Driving without headlights at night is dangerous and illegal. The driver must safely stop the vehicle and arrange for repairs before continuing.

Question 5

What minimum tread depth should passenger car tires have to be considered safe?

Accepted Answer

1.6 mm

Answer

The minimum safe tread depth for passenger car tires is 1.6 mm. Below this depth, tires lose grip significantly, especially on wet roads.

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