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check the brakes are working properly
should be tested as you set off:
- should not be spongy or slack
- vehicle should not pull to one side
info for recommended tyre pressures and how they are checked
info: in manufacturer’s guide
checked: using a reliable pressure gauge when tyres are cold
remember to refit valve caps
correct adjustment of head restraint
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
check tyres for sufficient tread depth and general condition for use on the road
- no cuts and bulges
- 1.6mm tread depth across central three quarters of breadth, around entire circumference
check headlights and tail lights are working
operate the switch, turning on ignition if necessary
walk around vehicle to check
problem with anti-lock braking system
warning light should illuminate
check direction indicators are working
operate hazard warning switch
walk around vehicle to check
check brake lights are working
operate brake pedal
make use of reflections in windows/ask someone to help
check power-assisted steering is working
- 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
switch on rear fog lights and when you’d use them
- operate switch, turning on ignition and dipped headlights if necessary
- check warning light is on
- for use if visibility is less that 100m, turned off as soon as conditions improve
switch on fog lights and explain when you’d use them
operate switch
check warning light is on
should be used when visibility is less than 100m, turned off as soon as conditions improve
switch headlights from dipped to main beam and how you’d know mean beam is on
operate switch
check using blue main beam warning light
check engine has sufficient oil
identify dipstick, check oil level against minimum and maximum
check engine has sufficient engine coolant
identify high and low markings on tank
check hydraulic brake fluid
identify resevoir, check level against high and low markings