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1
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check the brakes are working properly

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

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info for recommended tyre pressures and how they are checked

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

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3
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correct adjustment of head restraint

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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

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

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  • no cuts and bulges
  • 1.6mm tread depth across central three quarters of breadth, around entire circumference
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5
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check headlights and tail lights are working

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

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6
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problem with anti-lock braking system

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warning light should illuminate

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7
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check direction indicators are working

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operate hazard warning switch
walk around vehicle to check

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8
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check brake lights are working

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

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9
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check power-assisted steering is working

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  • 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
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10
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switch on rear fog lights and when you’d use them

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

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

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

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operate switch
check using blue main beam warning light

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13
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check engine has sufficient oil

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identify dipstick, check oil level against minimum and maximum

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14
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check engine has sufficient engine coolant

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identify high and low markings on tank

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15
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check hydraulic brake fluid

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identify resevoir, check level against high and low markings

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