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Q.
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.
A.
Identify the dipstick/oil level
indicator, describe check oil level against the
minimum / maximum markers.
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Q.
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.
A.
Identify the high /
low level markings on the header tank (where
fitted) or radiator cap, and describe how
to top up to the correct level.
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3 |
Q.
Identify where the windscreen washer
reservoir is and tell me how you would check the
windscreen washer level.
A.
Identify reservoir and explain how to check
levels and fill if necessary.
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Q.
Open the bonnet, identify where the brake
fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would
check you have a safe level of hydraulic fluid.
A.
Identify reservoir and explain how to
check against high / low markings.
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5 |
Q.
Tell me how you would check that the
brake lights are working on this car.
A. Turn ignition
on, operate brake pedal, make use of reflections
in windows, garage doors etc, or ask someone to
help.
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Q.
Tell me
how you would check that the brakes are working
before starting a journey.
A.
Pedal should not feel spongy or slack.
Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle
should not pull to one side as you perform your
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Q.
Tell me where
you would find the information for the
recommended tyre pressures for this car and how
tyre pressures should be checked.
A.
Car handbook, use a reliable pressure
gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are
cold, don't forget the spare tyre, remember to
refit valve caps. |
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Q.
Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure
they have sufficient tread depth and their
general condition is safe to use on the road.
A.
No cuts or bulges,
MINIMUM
OF 1.6mm of
tread depth across the central element of the
breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer
circumference. |
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Q.
Show
me / explain how you would check that the power
assisted steering (where
fitted) is working before starting a
journey.
A.
Hold the steering wheel gently but firmly
with your left hand and with a slight pull to
the left. Turn the ignition on . When the engine
has started the steering should be noticeably
looser as the system begins to operate. If the
steering is still heavy then they may be a
problem. Consult a mechanic. |
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10 |
Q.
Show me how you
would check that the headlights and tail lights
are working.
A.
Operate switch (turn
ignition on if necessary) walk round
vehicle. Also check the main beam but avoid
dazzling other road users. |
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Q.
Show me how you would check that the direction
indicators are working.
A.
Turn ignition on. Operate the switch or
hazard warning switch and check (walk
round) |
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Q.
Show me how you would check that the horn is
working (OFF ROAD ONLY).
A.
Check is carried out by operating the control
(turn ignition on if
necessary) |
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Q.
Show me how you would check the parking brake
for excessive wear.
A.
Demonstrate by applying parking brake
that when it is fully applied it secures itself,
and is not at the end of its working travel.
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