tell me

Question 1

check the brakes are working properly

Answer 1

should be tested as you set off:
- should not be spongy or slack
- vehicle should not pull to one side

Question 2

info for recommended tyre pressures and how they are checked

Answer 2

info: in manufacturer’s guide
checked: using a reliable pressure gauge when tyres are cold
remember to refit valve caps

Question 3

correct adjustment of head restraint

Answer 3

so that the rigid part is at least as high as the eyes, and as close to the back of the head as is possible

Question 4

check tyres for sufficient tread depth and general condition for use on the road

Answer 4

• no cuts and bulges
• 1.6mm tread depth across central three quarters of breadth, around entire circumference

Question 5

check headlights and tail lights are working

Answer 5

operate the switch, turning on ignition if necessary
walk around vehicle to check

Question 6

problem with anti-lock braking system

Answer 6

warning light should illuminate

Question 7

check direction indicators are working

Answer 7

operate hazard warning switch
walk around vehicle to check

Question 8

check brake lights are working

Answer 8

operate brake pedal
make use of reflections in windows/ask someone to help

Question 9

check power-assisted steering is working

Answer 9

• may not be working if steering becomes heavy
  2 checks: gentle pressure on steering wheel while engine is starting should result in a slight but noticeable movement
  OR turning steering wheel just after moving off

Question 10

switch on rear fog lights and when you’d use them

Answer 10

1. operate switch, turning on ignition and dipped headlights if necessary
2. check warning light is on
3. for use if visibility is less that 100m, turned off as soon as conditions improve

Question 11

switch on fog lights and explain when you’d use them

Answer 11

operate switch
check warning light is on
should be used when visibility is less than 100m, turned off as soon as conditions improve

Question 12

switch headlights from dipped to main beam and how you’d know mean beam is on

Answer 12

operate switch
check using blue main beam warning light

Question 13

check engine has sufficient oil

Answer 13

identify dipstick, check oil level against minimum and maximum

Question 14

check engine has sufficient engine coolant

Answer 14

identify high and low markings on tank

Question 15

check hydraulic brake fluid

Answer 15

identify resevoir, check level against high and low markings