SC: Class E Study Guide Questions
with Correct Answers.
You may drive these non-commercial vehicles with a class E license - Answer Single unit
vehicles over 26,000 lbs gross vehicle weight (GVW) that do meet the definition of a class A, B,
or C license. No towed unit allowed
Passenger vehicles. Towed unit allowed
Mopeds
Three-wheel vehicles (excluding two-wheel motorcycles with a side car)
Headlight Use - Answer Headlights must be turned on half-hour after sunset to a half-hour
before sunrise or if snow, rain, fog, or other hazardous weather conditions require the use of
windshield wipers, or when visibility is not sufficient to clearly see a person or a vehicle for a
distance of 500 feet.
You may not drive any vehicle with only parking lights on.
Tires and Wheels - Answer Tires must be of proper size and correctly inflated for the load you
are carrying. All tires should be of the same size, type, and construction.
Check pressure when tires are cold.
Under-inflation reduces fuel economy and load carrying capacity. Also can result in overheated
tires and blowouts.
Over-inflation increases tire wear, affects handling, and can result in blowouts. Make sure dual
tires don't touch.
Running on a flat can cause tire fires and are a danger on vehicles equipped with dual tires. Tire
fires are difficult to put out, so inspect tires frequently.
Wheels must be compatible with tires and should be replaced if bent, heavily rusted, or if wheel
fasteners continuously loosen. Improperly balanced wheel/tire combinations will cause
excessive vibrations, tire wear, and possible damage to the vehicle.
, Exhaust System - Answer Exhaust gases are deadly because they contain CO2. Any time you
suspect exhaust fumes entering the vehicle, determine the cause and have it corrected ASAP.
You should tightly close rear doors and rear windows while driving to avoid drawing exhaust
into the vehicle.
Mirrors - Answer Left and right outside mirrors are required if the vehicle obstructs the
driver's rear vision. Make sure the mirrors are large enough and that you positioned them for
vision of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle with a separate convex mirror mounted.
You need more than mirrors to back the vehicle. Check mirrors frequently for traffic behind you
to avoid last minute maneuvers and surprises. Mount mirrors as wide as possible for maximum
rear vision and easy backing.
Trailer towing mirrors should be adjusted so the inside edge of the mirror is further out than the
outside edge of the trailer. Rear wheels should be visible in the convex mirrors to check for
correct tracking.
Use mirrors to get a good idea of the size of your vehicle. Larger vehicles need more space to
turn without running over curbs or side sweeping stationary objects.
Rear-Looking TV Systems - Answer Some RVs and motor homes are equipped with rear-
looking closed circuit television systems to help you back your vehicle. Systems should be used
with your mirrors. The more you practice using the closed circuit TV system for backing your
vehicle, the more proficient you will be.
Loading Information - Answer RVs and large non-commercial vehicles are heavier than a
passenger vehicle so you must be careful not to overload them. The storage capacity of these
vehicles offers any number of possibilities for improper weight distribution.
The way you load your supplies can have a major impact on how the vehicle handles, as well as
the durability of the tires. Overloading risks passenger safety. Problems such as tire failure
and/or poor handling can leave the driver with inadequate ability to control the vehicle during
emergency maneuvers.
Overloading Information - Answer Overloading can affect springs, wheels, axles, and tires.
Tire failure can be disastrous, especially at high speeds. Pay close attention to the inflation
pressures say,led on the sides of the tires.
Distribute weight as equally as possible on the left and right sides of your vehicle. The need for
this will be clear when turning and maneuvering these vehicles on traffic.
with Correct Answers.
You may drive these non-commercial vehicles with a class E license - Answer Single unit
vehicles over 26,000 lbs gross vehicle weight (GVW) that do meet the definition of a class A, B,
or C license. No towed unit allowed
Passenger vehicles. Towed unit allowed
Mopeds
Three-wheel vehicles (excluding two-wheel motorcycles with a side car)
Headlight Use - Answer Headlights must be turned on half-hour after sunset to a half-hour
before sunrise or if snow, rain, fog, or other hazardous weather conditions require the use of
windshield wipers, or when visibility is not sufficient to clearly see a person or a vehicle for a
distance of 500 feet.
You may not drive any vehicle with only parking lights on.
Tires and Wheels - Answer Tires must be of proper size and correctly inflated for the load you
are carrying. All tires should be of the same size, type, and construction.
Check pressure when tires are cold.
Under-inflation reduces fuel economy and load carrying capacity. Also can result in overheated
tires and blowouts.
Over-inflation increases tire wear, affects handling, and can result in blowouts. Make sure dual
tires don't touch.
Running on a flat can cause tire fires and are a danger on vehicles equipped with dual tires. Tire
fires are difficult to put out, so inspect tires frequently.
Wheels must be compatible with tires and should be replaced if bent, heavily rusted, or if wheel
fasteners continuously loosen. Improperly balanced wheel/tire combinations will cause
excessive vibrations, tire wear, and possible damage to the vehicle.
, Exhaust System - Answer Exhaust gases are deadly because they contain CO2. Any time you
suspect exhaust fumes entering the vehicle, determine the cause and have it corrected ASAP.
You should tightly close rear doors and rear windows while driving to avoid drawing exhaust
into the vehicle.
Mirrors - Answer Left and right outside mirrors are required if the vehicle obstructs the
driver's rear vision. Make sure the mirrors are large enough and that you positioned them for
vision of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle with a separate convex mirror mounted.
You need more than mirrors to back the vehicle. Check mirrors frequently for traffic behind you
to avoid last minute maneuvers and surprises. Mount mirrors as wide as possible for maximum
rear vision and easy backing.
Trailer towing mirrors should be adjusted so the inside edge of the mirror is further out than the
outside edge of the trailer. Rear wheels should be visible in the convex mirrors to check for
correct tracking.
Use mirrors to get a good idea of the size of your vehicle. Larger vehicles need more space to
turn without running over curbs or side sweeping stationary objects.
Rear-Looking TV Systems - Answer Some RVs and motor homes are equipped with rear-
looking closed circuit television systems to help you back your vehicle. Systems should be used
with your mirrors. The more you practice using the closed circuit TV system for backing your
vehicle, the more proficient you will be.
Loading Information - Answer RVs and large non-commercial vehicles are heavier than a
passenger vehicle so you must be careful not to overload them. The storage capacity of these
vehicles offers any number of possibilities for improper weight distribution.
The way you load your supplies can have a major impact on how the vehicle handles, as well as
the durability of the tires. Overloading risks passenger safety. Problems such as tire failure
and/or poor handling can leave the driver with inadequate ability to control the vehicle during
emergency maneuvers.
Overloading Information - Answer Overloading can affect springs, wheels, axles, and tires.
Tire failure can be disastrous, especially at high speeds. Pay close attention to the inflation
pressures say,led on the sides of the tires.
Distribute weight as equally as possible on the left and right sides of your vehicle. The need for
this will be clear when turning and maneuvering these vehicles on traffic.
