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Swedish Driving Theory B: Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics

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This unit provides essential knowledge about the modern vehicle itself, focusing on safety systems, dashboard indicators, and basic driver-level maintenance. You will learn what systems like ABS and ESP do to help you maintain control, and how to interpret common warning lights on the dashboard. The unit also covers the simple but critical pre-drive checks you are responsible for, such as verifying tire pressure, lights, and fluid levels, to ensure the car is safe to operate.

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Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum

Part of the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum

This unit is one of the core sections of the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum, a structured learning program that helps learners in Sweden prepare for the Swedish driving theory exam. The curriculum brings together all essential topics in a clear and organised way, combining units and lessons that cover rules, signs, and real traffic situations.
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Swedish Driving License Theory Course for Category B Cars

Prepare for your Swedish Category B driving theory test with our complete online curriculum. This course covers everything from the Trafikförordning, including road signs, priority rules, vehicle safety, and environmental considerations. Learn to interpret traffic situations, understand risk management, and master the knowledge required to become a confident, safe, and responsible driver on Swedish roads.

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Why the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit is important

The Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit is a key part of the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum and helps learners in Sweden understand essential theory topics in a clear and practical way. Each lesson breaks down a specific theme that often appears in the Swedish driving theory exam. With structured explanations and examples taken from real traffic situations, this unit helps learners study smarter, fix common misunderstandings, and build the knowledge required for confident exam performance.

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What you will learn

Core concepts taught throughout the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit

Identify and explain the function of key vehicle safety systems such as ABS, ESP, and traction control.
Recognize and interpret common dashboard warning and indicator lights.
Describe the purpose and importance of basic pre-drive checks like tire pressure, lights, and fluid levels.
Understand the basics of periodic vehicle inspection (Besiktning) requirements in Sweden.
Relate knowledge of vehicle mechanics and safety systems to safe driving behaviour and exam success.
Unit outcomes

What you will be able to understand after completing the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit

After completing this unit, you will possess a solid understanding of the safety systems that protect you on the road, such as Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) and Electronic Stability Programs (ESP). You will be able to confidently identify and respond to dashboard warning lights, knowing whether a light indicates a minor issue or a critical problem requiring immediate attention. Furthermore, you will be equipped with the knowledge to perform essential pre-drive checks, including verifying tire pressure, ensuring all lights are functional, and checking vital fluid levels. This comprehensive understanding not only prepares you thoroughly for the specific questions on vehicle safety and mechanics in the Swedish theory test but also empowers you to maintain your vehicle proactively, contributing to safer driving and reducing the risk of unexpected breakdowns.

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Who this unit helps

Learners who benefit the most from the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit

This unit is essential for all aspiring Category B car drivers in Sweden preparing for their theory test. It's particularly beneficial for learners who have limited prior knowledge of vehicle mechanics and safety features, or for those who need to ensure they understand their responsibilities regarding basic car maintenance and safety checks.

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Lessons included in the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit

Explore key lessons that shape the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit in the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum. These lessons focus on exam related topics, important rules, and practical skills that help you progress faster and prepare effectively for the driving theory exam in Sweden.

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ABS, ESP and Traction Control

Learn about ABS, ESP, and Traction Control systems. Understand how these electronic aids prevent wheel lock-up, skidding, and wheel spin, crucial for safe driving and passing your Swedish Category B theory test on vehicle safety systems.

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Airbags, Seatbelts and Child Seats

Learn about essential vehicle safety features in Sweden. This lesson covers how seatbelts and airbags protect occupants and details the legal requirements for child restraints and passenger airbag deactivation, crucial for your Category B theory exam preparation and safe driving practice.

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Dashboard Warnings and Indicator Lights

Learn to identify and understand dashboard warning lights and indicators. This lesson explains the meaning of red, yellow, and informational symbols, crucial for safe driving and passing your Swedish theory test.

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Basic Maintenance Checks

Learn essential pre-drive safety checks (säkerhetskontroll) for your vehicle, including tires, lights, and fluids. Crucial for passing your Swedish Category B driving theory test and ensuring road safety.

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Periodic Vehicle Inspection (Besiktning)

Learn about Sweden's mandatory periodic vehicle inspection (Besiktning). This lesson covers inspection requirements, what's checked, and the consequences of non-compliance, essential for your Category B theory test and safe driving in Sweden.

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Frequently asked questions about the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit

Get answers to common questions about the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit and how it fits within the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum. Learn how long the unit takes, how the lessons are structured, and how this unit supports your preparation for the driving theory exam in Sweden.

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What makes the Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit effective

The Vehicle Safety Systems and Basic Mechanics unit stands out because it teaches essential topics in a way that is simple, clear, and focused on exam success. All content is aligned with real requirements in Sweden and designed to help learners build practical understanding, not just memorise facts. Whether you are revising or learning the material for the first time, this unit provides reliable guidance that supports measurable progress inside the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum.

Covers every core topic linked to this part of the curriculumWritten with real exam patterns from Sweden in mindExplains every concept using real traffic situationsClear unit layout that supports step by step progressUpdated to match current Sweden driving theory rulesStrengthens your readiness for the Swedish theory exam
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More units within the Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum

Discover additional units that form the complete Swedish Driving Theory B curriculum. These units cover a wide range of essential topics that help learners in Sweden strengthen their understanding of road rules, traffic behaviour, and exam relevant theory. Exploring the other units gives you a broader view of the full learning path and helps you continue your progress with confidence.

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Road Signs and Signals

Learn to recognise and understand all Swedish road signs, traffic signals, and road markings. This essential knowledge is key to passing your theory test and driving safely in Sweden.

5 lessons
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Priority Rules and Intersections

Master Swedish priority rules like Högerregeln, väjningsplikt, and stopplikt. Learn to navigate intersections and roundabouts confidently for your theory test and safe driving.

5 lessons
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Speed Limits and Distance Management

Master Swedish speed limits and safe following distances. Learn how to calculate stopping distances and apply the three-second rule to prevent accidents and pass your theory test.

5 lessons
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Vehicle Control and Maneuvering

Master essential vehicle control and maneuvering skills, including steering, braking, parking, and reversing. Crucial for safe driving and passing your Swedish theory test.

5 lessons
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Driving in Different Environments

Learn to drive safely and adapt your skills to Swedish city streets, rural roads, and motorways. Master unique hazards and rules for any environment and ace your theory exam.

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Winter and Adverse Weather Driving

Master safe driving in Swedish winters and adverse weather. Learn about winter tires, black ice, skids, and visibility challenges to pass your theory test and drive safely.

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Eco-Driving and Environmental Impact

Learn Eco-Driving (sparsam körning) for economical and environmentally friendly driving in Sweden. Master fuel-saving techniques and understand Swedish emission rules to pass your theory test.

5 lessons
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Parking, Stopping, and Loading Zones

Master Swedish parking, stopping, and loading zone rules. Learn to interpret signs, understand legal differences between stopping and parking, and avoid fines on your theory test and beyond.

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Interaction with Vulnerable Road Users

Learn crucial rules and develop heightened awareness for safely interacting with pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users in Sweden. Essential for your B licence theory exam and safe driving.

5 lessons
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Alcohol, Drugs, Fatigue, and Driver Fitness

Learn about Sweden's strict laws on alcohol and drug impairment (rattfylleri), the dangers of driving while fatigued, and medical fitness requirements. Crucial for passing your theory test and driving safely.

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Emergency Situations and Accident Procedures

Learn critical procedures for traffic accidents, breakdowns, and other emergencies. Essential knowledge for driver safety and passing your Swedish theory test.

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