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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 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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Open
Bonnet & Identify |
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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. |
