Show Me Questions Flashcards
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 the dipstick/oil level indicator,describe check of oil level against the minimum and maximum markers
Show me/explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey
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If the steering become 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
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
Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fittest or the radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to the correct level.
Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear, make sure you keep safe control of the vehicle
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Apply the footbrake firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end or the working travel
Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only)
Check is carried out by using control (turn on ignition is necessary)
Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me hoe you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid
Identify the reservoir and check fluid level against high/low markings.
Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working
Operate the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicator lights.
Show me how you would check that the break lights are working on this car
Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help (the examiner will offer to help)
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers
Operate the control to wash and wipe the windscreen
