Show Me Tell Me Questions Flashcards
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 engine coolant tank
- check min. & max. level indicator (displayed on the side of the tank)
- if coolant is below the min. mark, more water needs to be added (do this by unscrewing the tank cap when the engine is cold)
Open the car bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir tank is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
- identify hydraulic brake fluid reservoir tank
- check brake fluid against min/max level indicator
Show me/explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
- if the steering is heavy, power assisted steering might be faulty
HOW TO CHECK:
- gentle pressure on the steering wheel should result in slight movement as the system begins to operate
OR
- turning the steering wheel just after moving off
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
- remove dipstick
- wipe clean the end
- fully reinsert
- remove again
- check the oil level against min/max markers
Open the bonnet, identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you check the level.
- identify reservoir tank
- lift off cap
- make a visual check of level
Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only).
- press horn
- listen
Show me how you could check that the brake lights are working on the car.
- whilst pressing brake pedal, use window reflections, etc.
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.
- move off
- operate brakes (as you move off)
- they shouldn’t feel spongey and the car should not move to one side
Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working.
- turn on ignition
- turn on lights
- walk around car
- check lights are working properly
Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working correctly.
- activate indicators or hazard warning lights
- walk around car
- check lights are working properly
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
- info will be in car manufacturer’s guide/manual
- check tyre pressure using a reliable pressure gage (when tyres are COLD)
- don’t forget spare tyre
- remember to refit valve caps
Show me how you would check the hand (parking) brake for excessive wear.
- firmly apply foot brake (to secure car)
- apply hand/parking brake
- when fully applied, it should be secure
- there should be tension whilst lifting
Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjust so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.
centre part should be
- at least as high as the eye or top of ears
- as close to the back of the head as it comfortable
Tell me how you would check the tyres to show that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
- no cuts or bulges on sides
- tread depth should be at least 1.6mm across the central 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre & around the entire outer circumference
- can be measures using a tread depth gauge
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers.
- operate control & hold for 3 seconds
