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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) |
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) |
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. 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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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). |
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. |
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 |
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. |
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) |
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 |