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1) 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.
Answer : Identify
dipstick / oil level indicator, describe how to check oil
level against the minimum/maximum markers. |
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| 2)
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.
Answer : 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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| 3)
Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell
me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Answer : Identify reservoir
and explain how to check level. |
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4)
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.
Answer
: Identify reservoir, check level against high / low markings |
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| 5)
Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working
on this car. (if you need to switch the ignition on, please
don't start the engine)
Answer : Operate brake pedal, make
use of reflections in windows,
garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help you. (Prompt not
to start engine) |
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| 6) Tell
me how you would check that the brakes are working before
starting a journey.
Answer : 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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7)
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.
Answer
: No cuts or bulges, have a minimum of 1.6mm of tread depth
across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre around
the entire outer circumference. |
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| 8)
Tell me where you would find the information for the
recommended tyre pressure for this car and how tyre pressures
should be checked. Answer
: 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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9)
Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted
steering is working before starting a journey.
Answer : If the steering
becomes heavy the system may not be working properly.
Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made.
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. Alternatively
turning the steering wheel just after moving off will
give an immediate indication that the power assistance
is functioning.
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| 10)
Tell me how you would check that the headlights & tail
lights are working. Answer
: Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary) then walk
around vehicle. |
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11)
Show me how you would check that the direction indicators
are working.
Answer : Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch
and check
functioning of all indicators. |
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| 12)
Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off
road only). Answer
: Check is carried out by using control
(turn on ignition if necessary) |
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13)
Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive
wear.
Answer : 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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14)
Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is
correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in
the event of a crash.
Answer : 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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15)
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using
the windscreen washer and wipers.
Answer : Operate control
to wash and wipe windscreen
(turn ignition on if necessary).
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16) Show me
how you would set the demister controls to clear all the
windows effectively, this should include both front and
rear screens.
Answer : 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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| 17) 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)
Answer : Operate switch (turn on
dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning
light is on. Explain use (only use if visibility is reduced
to 100 metres or LESS) |
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| 18)
Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with
your anti lock braking system. Answer
: Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with
the
anti lock braking system. |
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19) 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.
Answer : Operate switch
(with ignition or engine on if (necessary), check with
main beam warning light.
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