Tell Me Flashcards
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Should be tested as you move off and vehicle should not pull to one side.
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufacturers guide
Use a reliable pressure gauge
Check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold
Don’t forget spare tyre
Remember to refit valve taps
Tell me how to make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.
Adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of ears, and as close to the back of the head as comfortable
Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe for use on the road.
Not cuts or bulges
1.6mm of tread depth across central 3/4 of the tyre and around the entire wheel.
Tell me how you would check the headlights and taillights are working
How to operate the switch and then walk around to check
(Don’t actually leave the car)
Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.
Warning light should come on if there is a fault
Tell me how you would check the direction indicators are working
How to operate the switch
Walk around to check
Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working.
How to operate the brake pedal
Make use of reflections in windows, garage door or ask for help
Tell me how you would check that the power assisted steering is working.
May not be working if steering becomes heavy.
Gentle pressure on steering wheel with engine on should result in small change
Turn steering wheel just after moving off gives indication of it working
Tell me how you would switch on the rear fog lights and explain when and why you would use them.
Operate switch
Check warning light is on
Explain
Tell me how you would switch your headlights from dipped to main beam and explain how you know main bean is on.
Operate switch
Main beam warning light (blue)
Open the bonnet and tell me how you would check the engine oil level.
Identify dipstick/oil level indicator
Describe checking of oil level against min and max markers when engine is cold
Open the bonnet and tell me how you would check the engine coolant level.
Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap
Describe how to top up to correct level when engine isn’t hot
Open the bonnet and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid
Identify reservoir
Check level against high/low markings
