Chapter 2-6: Periodic check

The ICBC driver’s knowledge test includes a section on “Periodic check,” which highlights the need for ongoing vehicle maintenance to ensure safety and reliability.

BC Driving Test - Chapter 2-6: Periodic check

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What should you do in extremely bad winter driving conditions?

Ignore conditions if you have snow tires

Drive faster to get home quickly

Turn off your lights to save battery power

Consider parking your vehicle rather than continuing to drive

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What should you do to ensure your lights are helping keep you safe?

Only check headlights since they’re most important

Check that all lights are working, including brake and backup lights

Replace lights only when you get a ticket

Ignore backup lights as they aren’t necessary

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What is important to remember about a space‑saver spare tire?

Never drive faster than 80 km/h when using it

It requires no specific air pressure

It can be driven at any speed like a regular tire

It should be used as a permanent replacement

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What is a key requirement for tire pressure?

Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure level

Underinflate tires for a softer ride

Tire pressure is unimportant if tread is good

Overinflate tires to improve fuel economy

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How often should you perform a more thorough periodic check of your vehicle?

Only before long road trips

Every few weeks, depending on how much you drive

Once a year, regardless of use

Only when a warning light comes on

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What should you do about your car’s battery before winter driving?

Only check the battery after a breakdown

Make sure the battery is in good condition

Remove the battery for the winter

Ignore the battery unless the car doesn’t start

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What is recommended for winter vehicle preparation regarding tires?

Install four snow tires

Only use snow tires on the drive wheels

Use summer tires year‑round

Use chains instead of snow tires at all times

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Why is checking the exhaust system especially important in winter?

Exhaust leaks only reduce fuel economy

Exhaust systems don’t need checking in winter

Leaks can let carbon monoxide collect in the car when windows and vents are closed

Exhaust leaks only damage the environment, not people

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What should you check regarding your vehicle’s coolant?

That the coolant is only half full

That the radiator coolant is topped up

That the coolant is only water

That coolant is only needed in winter

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Which tire condition means the tire should be replaced?

Minor dirt and dust on the sidewall

Bumps, bulges, cuts, cracks, or exposed belts

Slight discoloration of the rubber

Having a different brand name than the others

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Which fluid is specifically mentioned as needing to be at a proper level for safe braking?

Brake fluid

Air conditioning refrigerant

Windshield washer fluid

Transmission fluid

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Which of the following is part of the periodic maintenance checklist?

Check oil level only in the summer

Only check the oil if the engine is making noise

Check oil level only after long trips

Check that the engine oil is at the proper level and is clean

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To ensure safe tire performance, what should be true of all four tires?

They should be similar so they work together

They should all be from different manufacturers

Only the front two need to match

Only the rear two need to match

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What driving habits help extend the life of your tires?

Spin the tires to warm them up

Avoid sudden starts and stops

Accelerate as hard as possible

Brake sharply whenever you can

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What should you do if your engine hoses are cracked or leaking?

Only check them once a year

Wrap them with tape and keep driving indefinitely

Have them repaired or replaced promptly

Ignore them unless the car overheats

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This section covers tasks such as regularly inspecting brakes, tires, lights, fluid levels, and windshield wipers, even after the initial pre-trip check. Drivers are expected to understand the importance of routine maintenance, including scheduling oil changes and checking for worn or damaged parts. Keeping up with periodic checks helps prevent unexpected breakdowns, improve vehicle performance, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This knowledge is essential for passing the test and being a responsible driver in British Columbia.