Vehicle technology, checks and safety equipment
You know your vehicle, check it before driving and use the brakes and assistance systems correctly. This topic covers braking systems, the endurance brake, assistance systems, tyres, speed limiters and the required equipment.
- 27 questions in this topic
- Topic 6 of 13 in the course: CZV – certificate of professional competence for goods and passenger transport: theory exam
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From the key facts
- Vehicles may only be used on the road if they are roadworthy and comply with the regulations (SVG Art. 29).
- Before driving, you make sure that the vehicle, the load and accessories such as the warning triangle are in order (VRV Art. 57 para. 1).
All key facts, the questions with explanations and the exam simulation are part of the course.
Sample questions from this topic
3 of 27 questions free to try. All questions with explanations and the exam simulation are part of the course.
Question 1: Who is responsible before departure for ensuring that the vehicle and load comply with the regulations?
- Only the vehicle keeper
- You as the driver
- Only the workshop
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Correct answer: You as the driver
The driver must make sure that the vehicle and load comply with the regulations and that the necessary accessories are on board.
Legal reference: VRV Art. 57 para. 1
Question 2: Which parts must be clean before driving under the VRV?
- Only the windscreen and the wipers
- Lights, reflectors, windows and mirrors
- Only the rear number plate and the indicators
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Correct answer: Lights, reflectors, windows and mirrors
Lights, reflectors, windows and mirrors must be kept clean, and number plates must be clearly legible.
Legal reference: VRV Art. 57 para. 2
Question 3: A brake light fails on the road. What does the VRV say about minor defects?
- Leave the vehicle immediately and have it towed
- Continue normally until the next service
- Continue with care and arrange repair immediately
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Correct answer: Continue with care and arrange repair immediately
With minor defects you may continue with particular care; the repair must be arranged without delay.
Legal reference: VRV Art. 57 para. 3
Legal references for this topic
The questions in this topic are based on these provisions:
- VTS Art. 58, 63, 65, 90, 99, 99a, 103, 114; Annex 7
- VRV Art. 3, 5, 23, 35, 57, 58
- CZV Annex
- SVG Art. 31