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Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working. |
Apply 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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Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting your journey. |
Brakes should NOT feel spongey or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side. |
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Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer. |
The windscreen washer reservoir is located here (point at blue cap) The fluid level is not visible from here. A orange warning sign will appear on the dashboard when it needs to be topped up. It can be topped up through the blue cap, I will do this when the engine is cool and the car is on a flat surface. |
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Show me how you would check 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 ofreflections in windows, garage doors, etc, orask someone to help. (may need to switchignition on, prompt not to start engine). |
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Show me / explain how you would checkthat the power assisted steering isworking before starting a journey. |
If the steering becomes heavy the system maynot be working properly. Before starting ajourney two simple checks can be made. Gentlepressure on the steering wheel, maintainedwhile the engine is started, should result in aslight but noticeable movement as the systembegins to operate. Alternatively turning thesteering wheel just after moving off will give animmediate indication that the power assistanceis functioning. |
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Tell me where you would find the informationfor the recommended tyre pressures for this carand how tyre pressures should be checked. |
Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressuregauge, check and adjust pressures when tyresare cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember torefit valve caps. |
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Show me how you would check theparking brake (handbrake) forexcessive wear, make sure you keepsafe control of the vehicle. |
Apply footbrake firmly. Demonstrate byapplying parking brake (handbrake) sothat when it is fully applied it securesitself, and is not at the end of theworking travel. |
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Open the bonnet, identify where youwould check the engine oil level andtell me how you would check that theengine has sufficient oil. |
Use the dipstick (point) to check the engine oil level. I would do this by removing the dipstick, wiping it clean with a cloth, reinserting the dipstick and removing it to check the oil level between the markers on it. It can be topped up through the oil cap (point), I would do this when the engine is cool and the car is on a flat surface. |
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Open the bonnet, identify where youwould check the engine coolant leveland tell me how you would check thatthe engine has the correct level. |
The engine coolant is located here (point) The fluid level should be between the minimum/maximum levels located here (point) It can be topped up through the cap, I will do this when the engine is cool and the car is on a flat surface. |
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Tell me how you make sure your headrestraint is correctly adjusted so itprovides the best protection in theevent of a crash. |
The head restraint should be adjustedso the rigid part of the head restraint isat least as high as the eye or top of theears, and as close to the back of thehead as is comfortable. N.B. Some restraints might not be adjustable. |
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Open the bonnet, identify where thebrake fluid reservoir is and tell me howyou would check that you have a safelevel of hydraulic brake fluid. |
The brake fluid reservoir is located here (point) The fluid level should be between the minimum/maximum levels located here (point) It can be topped up through the cap, I will do this when the engine is cool and the car is on a flat surface. |
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Tell me how you would check the tyresto ensure that they have sufficienttread depth and that their generalcondition is safe to use on the road. |
No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of treaddepth across the central 3/4 of thebreadth of the tyre and around theentire outer circumference. |
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Show me how you would check thatthe horn is working (off road only). |
Sound horn, check is carried out by using control(turn on ignition if necessary). |
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Show me how you would clean thewindscreen using the windscreenwasher and wipers. |
Operate control to wash and wipewindscreen (turn ignition on if necessary). |
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Tell me how you would check that theheadlights & tail lights are working.(No need to exit vehicle). |
Explanation: Operate switch (turn onignition if necessary), then walk roundvehicle. (As this is a"Tell Me" question,there is no need to physically checkthe lights.) |
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Show me how you would set thedemister controls to clear all thewindows effectively, this should includeboth front and rear screens. |
Set all relevant controls including; fan,temperature, air direction / source andheated screen to clear windscreen andwindows. Engine does not have to bestarted for this demonstration. |
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Show me how you would switch onthe rear fog light(s) and explain whenyou would use it/them. (No need toexit vehicle). |
Operate switch (turn on dippedheadlights and ignition if necessary).Check warning light is on.Explain use. (you would switch the rear fog lights on when visibility is below 100m, otherwise it will dazzle the drivers behind) |
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Tell me how you would know if therewas a problem with your anti lockbraking system. |
Warning light should illuminate ifthere is a fault with the anti lockbraking system. |
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Tell me how you would check that theheadlights & tail lights are working.(No need to exit vehicle). |
Explanation: Operate switch (turn onignition if necessary), then walk roundvehicle. (As this is a "Tell Me" question,there is no need to physically check the lights). |
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Show me how you switch yourheadlight from dipped to main beamand explain how you would know themain beam is on whilst inside the car. |
Operate switch (with ignition or engineon if necessary), check with main beamwarning light. |
