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Combination 1 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum/maximum markers. |
| Q. Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey. |
| A. If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning. |
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Combination 2 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level. |
| Q. Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear. |
| A. Demonstrate by applying parking brake that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel. |
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Combination 3 |
| Q. Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level. |
| A. Identify reservoir and explain how to check level. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only). |
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A. Check is carried out by using control (turn on ignition if necessary). |
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Combination 4 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working. |
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A. Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators. |
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Combination 5 |
| Q. Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car. |
| A. Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help. |
| Q. Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear. |
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A. Demonstrate by applying parking brake that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel. |
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Combination 6 |
| Q. Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey. |
| A. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working. |
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A. Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle. |
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Combination 7 |
| Q. Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. |
| A. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working. |
| A. Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators. |
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Combination 8 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working. |
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A. Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle. |
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Combination 9 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Check there are no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only). |
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A. Check is carried out by using control (turn on ignition if necessary). |
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Combination 10 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings. |
| Q. Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey. |
| A. If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning. |
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Combination 11 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum/maximum markers. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working. |
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A. Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle. |
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Combination 12 |
| Q. 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. |
| A. Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level. |
| Q. Show me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working. |
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A. Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle. |
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