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11 Cards in this Set
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Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.
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Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators.
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Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey
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Brakes should not feel spongy of slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side
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Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working
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Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections, or ask for help
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Show me how you would check the power assisted steering
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If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting two checks can be made: gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained when the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement. Alternatively turning hte steering wheel just arfter moving off will give an immediate indication
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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
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Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyre, remmeber to refit valve caps
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Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear.
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Apply footbrake firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at th ened of working travel
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Tell me how youmake sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crach
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The head restraint should be adjusted tso the rigid part is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to th eback of the head as is cofortobale. NB some not adjustable
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Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their gneral condition is safe uto use on the road
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No cuts and bulges. 1.6mm tread depth across the central 3/4 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 and tail lights are working
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Operate switch and woalk round the vehicle
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Show me how you would switch on the rear fog lights
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Operate switch, check warning lights, explain use
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How would you know if there was a problem with ABS?
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Warning light
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