Inside The Car - Show Me Flashcards
Show me how you would check the direction indicators are working
Apply the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators.
You may need to switch the ignition on, but don’t start the engine
Show me how you would check the brake lights are working on this car
Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help
Show me, or 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 properly. Before starting a journey 2 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 working.
Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear; make sure you keep safe control of the vehicle
Apply foot brake firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake (handbrake) 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
Check is carried out by using control (turn on ignition if necessary).
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers.
Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen
Show me how you would switch in the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use them, (no need to exit the vehicle).
Operate switch.
Check warning light is on.
Explain use.
Show me how you switch you headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on.
Operate switch.
Check the main beam warning light.
Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively.
Set all relevant controls including fan, temperature air direction and source, and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows.
Engine does not have to be started for this demonstration.
