Malaysia KPP Gabungan flashcards

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Lesen Memandu Percubaan (LDP)

Probationary licence held for two years after passing the driving test. The holder must display P plates front and rear and is subject to stricter demerit and alcohol rules.

Compulsory third-party insurance

Insurance required by law before a vehicle may be used on the road. It covers bodily injury or death claims made by other parties, but does not cover damage to the insured's own vehicle.

Road tax (cukai jalan)

Periodic fee paid to JPJ for the lawful use of a registered vehicle on public roads. Driving with an expired road tax is an offence and can invalidate insurance cover.

Demerit point system

System where specified traffic offences attract points. Accumulating the threshold within the set period triggers licence suspension, and serious offences can lead to court disqualification.

Octagonal sign

The eight-sided red sign is reserved for STOP. It requires a complete stop at the stop line and a safety check before entering the junction, even when the road looks clear.

Yellow box junction

Marked box at an intersection that must not be entered unless the exit is clear. It prevents vehicles from blocking cross traffic when queues form ahead.

Flashing amber signal

Traffic light state meaning proceed with caution. Give-way rules apply at the junction, and drivers must check for cross traffic before moving.

Solid double line

Two continuous lines that prohibit crossing or overtaking from either direction. They mark sections where visibility or road layout makes overtaking unsafe.

Two-second rule

Minimum following gap in dry conditions, measured from when the vehicle ahead passes a fixed point to when yours reaches it. Double it in rain or at night.

Keep left unless overtaking

Rule requiring drivers on multi-lane roads to stay in the left lane except when overtaking or preparing to turn right. Lingering in the right lane obstructs traffic flow.

Roundabout right of way

Traffic already circulating inside the roundabout has priority. Entering vehicles must give way and should not enter unless a safe gap exists.

Overtaking prohibition points

Overtaking is banned on solid lines, at pedestrian crossings, at junctions, on blind bends and crests, and wherever a sign forbids it, because sight distance is insufficient.

Mirror-signal-manoeuvre

Sequence before any change of position: check mirrors, signal intention, check the blind spot over the shoulder, then move only when it is safe to do so.

Tyre tread legal minimum

Tread must be at least 1.6 mm deep across the central three-quarters of the tyre width. Worn tread lengthens braking distance and raises aquaplaning risk on wet roads.

Red dashboard warning light

Indicates a serious fault such as low oil pressure, brake failure, overheating or charging failure. Stop safely as soon as possible and investigate before continuing.

ABS braking technique

With anti-lock brakes, apply firm continuous pressure and steer. Do not pump the pedal; the system prevents wheel lock and preserves steering control during hard braking.

Cold tyre pressure check

Pressures should be set to the manufacturer's specification when tyres are cold, before a journey. Hot tyres read higher and setting them hot leads to under-inflation.

Escape route planning

Defensive technique of always identifying where the vehicle could go if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly, such as the shoulder, an adjacent lane or a gap.

Aquaplaning response

When tyres lose contact with a wet road, ease off the accelerator, hold the wheel steady and avoid sudden braking or steering until grip returns.

Space cushion

Buffer of clear space maintained around the vehicle on all sides. It provides time and room to react when another road user makes an unexpected move.

Far-field scanning

Looking 12 to 15 seconds ahead and keeping the eyes moving. Hazards are detected earlier from the far field than from the vehicle immediately ahead.

Motorcycle blind-spot check

Motorcycles are narrow and easily hidden in mirrors, and often filter between lanes. Check mirrors and blind spots twice before any lane change.

Warning triangle placement

At a breakdown or accident, place the triangle behind the vehicle on the same side as approaching traffic, far enough back to give drivers time to react.

CPR on an unconscious casualty

If the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally, call emergency services and begin chest compressions if trained. Do not move the neck or spine.

Severe bleeding control

Apply firm direct pressure with a clean cloth or dressing. Do not remove embedded objects; pad around them and seek emergency medical help immediately.

Burn first aid

Cool the burn with clean running water for at least 20 minutes. Do not apply ointments, toothpaste or ice, and remove jewellery before swelling begins.

Accident reporting duty

Involved drivers must stop, exchange particulars and report the accident to the nearest police station as required. Leaving the scene of an injury accident is a serious offence.

Fatigue countermeasure

The only effective remedy for driver fatigue is stopping for rest or sleep. Loud music, fresh air and caffeine do not restore impaired reaction time and judgement.

Legal alcohol limit

Malaysia sets 0.05 g per 100 ml blood alcohol for ordinary drivers, with a lower limit for probationary and learner drivers. Exceeding it is a road transport offence.

Microsleep warning signs

Repeated yawning, drifting lane position and inability to recall the last few kilometres indicate dangerous drowsiness. Stop at a rest area before continuing the journey.

Handheld phone offence

Using a handheld mobile phone while driving is an offence. Even hands-free calls raise cognitive load and lengthen reaction time in traffic.

Horn use restriction

The horn should be used only to warn other road users of danger, not to express frustration. Horn abuse is aggressive behaviour that escalates conflict and collision risk.