TX DMV Vehicle Operation and Maintenance 3

Question 1

How do you check your vehicle's brake fluid level?

Accepted Answer

Check the level in the master cylinder reservoir under the hood

Answer

Press the brake pedal and feel for resistance

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Listen for squealing sounds when braking

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Have it checked only during annual safety inspection

Question 2

When your battery warning light illuminates while driving, it typically means:

Accepted Answer

The charging system is not properly charging the battery

Answer

The battery is fully charged and working normally

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The battery needs distilled water added to its cells

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The battery is too cold to function

Question 3

According to Texas law, high beam headlights must illuminate objects at least how far ahead?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

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200 feet

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300 feet

Answer

1,000 feet

Question 4

Texas law requires headlights to be turned on from sunset to sunrise and also when:

Accepted Answer

Visibility is less than 1,000 feet due to weather conditions

Answer

Only in complete darkness on rural roads

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Driving on any highway regardless of time

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Only when it is actively raining

Question 5

What should you do if your accelerator pedal sticks while driving?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, apply brakes steadily, and steer safely off the road

Answer

Immediately turn off the ignition while at speed

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Apply the emergency parking brake at full force

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Pump the brake pedal as fast as possible

Question 6

Texas annual vehicle safety inspections check which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Brakes, lights, tires, horn, steering, and wipers among other items

Answer

Only the engine and transmission components

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Only emission-related components in counties with emissions programs

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Only the vehicle identification number and registration

Question 7

What does a steadily illuminated 'Check Engine' light indicate?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle's onboard diagnostic system has detected a fault

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It is time for an immediate oil change

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The engine must be shut down right away

Answer

The engine air filter needs replacement