Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.
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, prompt not to start the engine).
Show me, or explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear; make sure you keep safe control of the vehicle.
Answer: Apply the footbrake firmly. Demonstrate by applying the parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel.
Show me how you would check that the horn is working.
Answer: Check is carried out by using the control (turn on ignition if necessary).
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers.
Answer: Operate the control to wash and wipe the windscreen (turn ignition on if necessary).
Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it (them), no need to exit the vehicle.
Answer: Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use.
Show me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on.
Answer: Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light.
Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively.
Answer: 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.
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.
Answer: Identify dipstick/oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against 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.
Answer: Identify high/low level markings on the header tank where fitted or radiator cap, and describe how to top up to the 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.
Answer: Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings.
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.
Answer: Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.
Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Answer: Identify reservoir and explain how to check level.
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Answer: Manufacturers guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyre, remember to replace the valve caps.
Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.
Answer: The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. Note:some restraints might not be adjustable.
Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
Answer: No cuts or bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working. (No need to exit the vehicle).
Answer: Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), Then walk round the vehicle. As this is a Tell me question, there is no need to physically check the lights.
Tell me how youwould know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.
Answer: Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system.