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Mechamcal ‘malfunctions
are directly responsible for
some 10 per cent of all traffic
accidents.

The magnitude of this
figure becomes apparent in
Canada’s accident statistics
which show that our eleven
million drivers have more
than 500,000 accidents in

_ which more than 200,000

people are injured and about
6,700 are killed— in one year.

The owner or operator has
a legal and moral responsibi-
lity to make sure the vehicle
is in safe operating condition.

It should be checked by a
competent mechanic at least
twice a year, fall and spring,
to ensure it is in good
mechanical order.

SAFETY
EQUIPMENT

The following items can be
checked readily by the
operator and are important to
the safe operation of the
vehicle:

Check head, tail, plate,
signal, and back-up lights to
determine if they are working
properly and free of dirt.

Window Glass:

Keep all windows clean on
both sides so that you will
have the best possible vision.

Windshield Wipers and
Washers:

Test for good cleaning
action and smooth operation.
Replace rubber wiper blades
when they start to smear
glass or become inefficient.

Rear View Mirrors:

Keep clean and properly
adjusted to provide a clear
view of traffic.

Horn:

Check for serviceability. It
is important to be able to
warn or get the attention of
others.

Locks:
Locks:

Door, trunk, and ‘engine
hood locks should be in good
working order. Keep well

lubricated, particularly in

winter. When vehicle is in
motion, doors should be
locked.

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Instrument Panel:

Here are grouped a variety
of information and warning
devices. If any of them
indicate trouble, do some-
thing about it.

For instance, if one of
them warns of electrical
trouble it might indicate a
short circuit which could be
the prelude to a fire.

Defrosters:

Test for serviceability and

operation. These accessories
are essential in keeping

windshield and rear windows
clear of frost and mist.

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Safety Belts:

Check operation of take-up

reels, buckJes, and service-
ability of safety belt harness.

The wearing of safety belts
has been proven to be
effective in saving lives and
reducing injuries of the
occupants of a motor vehicle
involved in an accident.

Sun Visors: ,

Not to be used as a shelf
maps, etc.
Maintain arms and brackets
in good working order for
immediate and effective use,

DRIVER
MAINTENANCE
The following items can be
checked by any operator by
using four or five senses —
i.e. sight, smell, feel, and
hearing. .

Regular maintenance of
these items is essential to

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