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What are the main sections to inspect on a vehicle during a Pre-Operational Inspection? - 1. Engine compartment 2. Vehicle Exterior 3. Trunk compartment 4. Vehicle passenger area 5. Miscellaneous equipment Officers who fail to detect mechanical failures during pre operational inspection are at an increased likelihood of what? - having to react to a mechanical failure on the road Why is it very important to thoroughly check the seats of your vehicle? - To check for hidden contraband or weapons tucked deep in the seats If any defects or mechanical failures are found during the pre-operational inspection, what should be done? - the vehicle should be removed from service until the proper repairs have been made, or the deficiency has been corrected Why is it important to wear a safety belt? - the protection they provide by keeping the officer in the driver position in the event of a collision. safety belts also prevent ejections What is the Ride-Down effect in regards to seat belts? - in a collision, this effect allows officers to stop with the vehicle through the restraint system. The seatbelt allows the transfer of kinetic energy from the officer to the car How do airbags work? - the impact of the crash causes sodium azide to turn into nitrogen in 1/25th of a second, thus causing a protective cushion between the occupant and the steering wheel. the airbag begins deflating about 1/10th of a second after impact