Car Flashcards
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. They 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 washer level
Identify reservoir and explain how to check level
Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car
Operate the brake pedal make use of reflections in windows garage doors etc ask someone to help
Show me/explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey
If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working. 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 as you move off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressure for this car and how tyre pressure should be checked
Manufacturers guide, use a reliable pressure gauge check and adjust pressure when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre and remember to refit valve caps
Show me how you would check the parking brake / handbrake for excessive wear make sure you keep safe control of the vehicle
Apply for to break firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itsself and is not at the end of the working travel
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
Identify dipstick/oil level indicator describe check of oil level against the minimum/ maximum markers
Open the bonnet identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check the engine has the correct level
Identify her high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, describe how to top up to correct level
Tell me how you would make sure your head restraints correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash
The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at the least as high as The eye of top of your ears and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable
Open the bonnet identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have safe level of hydraulic brake fluid
Identify reservoir check level against high/low markings
Tell me how you would check the tires to ensure they have sufficient tyre tread depth and that the general condition is safe to use on the road
No cuts and bulges 1.6MM of tread depth across the central three quarters of the breadth of the tire and around the entire outer circumference
Show me how you would check the horn is working
Press control
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers
Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen
Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working
Operates switch(turn on ignition if necessary) then walk round vehicle
Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively, this should include both front and rear screens
Set all relevant controls including fan temperature air direction/source and heated screen to clean windows and windscreen. Engine does not have to be started for this
