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Tell Me Questions |
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Tell
me how you would check that the brakes are working
before starting a journey.
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should
be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull
to one side.
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Tell
me where you would find the information for the
recommended tyre pressures for this car and how
tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure
gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are
cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to
refit valve caps.
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Tell
me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly
adjusted so it provides the best protection in the
event of a crash
The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid
part of the head restraint is at least as high as
the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the
back of the head as is comfortable. N.B. Some restraints
might not be adjustable.
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Tell
me how you would check the tyres to ensure that
they have sufficient tread depth and that their
general condition is safe to use on the road.
No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across
the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre
and around the entire outer circumference.
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Tell
me how you would check that the headlights &
tail lights are working. (No need to exit
vehicle)
Explanation: Operate switch (turn on ignition if
necessary), then walk round vehicle. (As this is
a "Tell Me" question, there is no need
to physically check the lights).
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Tell
me how you would know if there was a problem with
your anti lock braking system
Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault
with the anti lock braking system.
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Show
Me Questions |
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Show
me how you switch your headlight from dipped to
main beam and explain how you would know the main
beam is on whilst inside the car
Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary),
check with main beam warning light.
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Show
me how you would check that the direction indicators
are working.
Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch
and check functioning of all indicators. (may need
to switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine)
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Show
me how you would check that the brake lights are
working on this car. (I
can assist you, if you need to switch the ignition
on, please don't start the engine)
Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in
windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help.
(may need to switch ignition on, prompt not to start
engine)
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Show
me / explain how you would check that the power
assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
If the steering becomes heavy the system may not
be working properly. Before starting a journey two
simple checks can be made.
1: Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained
while the engine is started, should result in a
slight but noticeable movement as the system begins
to operate.
2: Alternatively turning the steering wheel just
after moving off will give an immediate indication
that the power assistance is functioning.
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Show
me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake)
for excessive wear, make sure you keep safe control
of the vehicle
Apply footbrake firmly. Demonstrate by applying
parking brake (handbrake) so that when it is fully
applied it secures itself, and is not at the end
of the working travel.
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Show
me how you would check that the horn is working (off
road only).
Check is carried out by using control (turn on ignition
if necessary).
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Show
me how you would clean the windscreen using the
windscreen washer and wipers
Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen (turn
ignition on if necessary.
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Show
me how you would set the demister controls to clear
all the windows effectively, this should include
both front and rear screens.
Set all relevant controls including; fan, temperature,
air direction / source and heated screen to clear
windscreen and windows. Engine does not have to
be started for this demonstration
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Show
me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s)
and explain when you would use it/them. (No need
to exit vehicle)
Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition
if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain
use. Only use when visibility is seriously reduced
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The Bonnet & Identify Questions |
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Identify
where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell
me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Identify reservoir and explain how to check level.
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Open
the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine
oil level and tell me how you would check that the
engine has sufficient oil.
Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe
check of oil level against the minimum/maximum markers.
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Open
the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine
coolant level and tell me how you would check that
the engine has the correct level.
Identify high/low level markings on header tank
where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe
how to top up to correct level.
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Open
the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir
is and tell me how you would check that you have a
safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings. |
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