tell me

Question 1

how to check breaks are working before a journey

Answer 1

not feel spongy, brakes should be tested, vehicle shouldnt pull to one side

Question 2

where would you find the information for the reccomended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressure should be checked

Answer 2

manufacturers guide - use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures for this car when it is cold.

rememeber a spare tyre and remember to refit valve caps

Question 3

tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted

Answer 3

ridgid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or the top of the ears. as close as to the head as is comfortable

Question 4

how to check the tyres to ensure they have sufficient tread depth and they are in suitable condition for on the road

Answer 4

no cuts or bulges. 1.6mm of tread depth across the central 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the full circumference of the tyre

Question 5

how to check the headlights and rearlights are working

Answer 5

you would turn them on and then or someone else would go and check they are working

Question 6

how would you know if there was a problem with your ABS

Answer 6

warning light will come on

Question 7

how to check indicators are working

Answer 7

turn them on then go check theyre working

Question 8

how to check break lights work

Answer 8

press pedal, check up against a reflective surface or get someone to help

Question 9

how would you check the power asssisted steering is working before starting a journey?

Answer 9

gentle pressure on the wheel, should result in a slight but noticable movement as it begins to operate.

or turning the wheel as soon as setting off will give an imediate indication that it is working

Question 10

tell me how to turn on the rear fog lights

Answer 10

turn on ignition, check waring light is on and explain when youd use them

Question 11

how do you change from dipped headlight to high beam and how youd know it was on

Answer 11

turn on, show warning light is on and explain usw

Question 12

open bonnet and tell me how youd check the engine has sufficient oil

Answer 12

identify dipstick, describe check of oil against minimum and maximum levels

Question 13

open bonnet and tell me how youd check the engine has sufficient engine coolant

Answer 13

identify high and low level markings on header tank and describe how to top up to correct level

Question 14

open the bonnet and tell me how youd check that you have a safe level of hydraulic break fluid

Answer 14

identify reservoir and check level against high and low markings