Drive Right Companion - Delsea

NameDateLearning New WordsTake a look at Chapter 3 to familiarize yourself with the topics covered. Look for allthe words in dark print. These are the vocabulary words. Write each word on a sheetof paper, then write the meaning next to each word.03.1 Instruments, Controls, and DevicesWords and Ideasgauge: Gauges give you information about your vehicle. The fuel gauge tells you howmuch gas is in the vehicle.instrument panel: The part of the vehicle in front of the driver is called theinstrument panel. Gauges and warning lights are on the instrument panel. Indifferent models of vehicles, the gauges may be in different places.Instrument Panel1I Battery-warning light, ,High-beams light I0-.-m8DLU1 ~achometerl speedometer' \ Fuel gauge Iindicators: The gauges on your vehicle's instrument panel indicate-show yousomethingabout the vehicle. A safety belt light is an indicator that warns you thatyou have not fastened your safety belt.odometer: This is a gauge on the instrument panel that indicates the total number ofmiles the vehicle has been driven.tank: A tank is a container that holds liquids. The fuel tank holds the gasoline foryour vehicle.cootant: CooIant is a liquid that helps keep the engine cool.circulate: To circulate means to move through or around. Oil must circulate throughthe vehicle's engine.pressure: Pressure is force or strength. To protect the engine, the oil must circulate atm2 the right pressure. The oil gauge on the vehicle's instrument panel indicates the oil0pressure.Unit 1 The Driving Task Chapter 3 Basic Vehicle Control 17