Tell Me

Question 1

Tell me how you check the brakes?

Answer 1

Vehicle should not pull to one side. They should not feel spongy or slack.

Question 2

Tell me how you’d find info on recommended tire pressure?

Answer 2

• Don’t forget a spare tire.
• look at info in manufacturers manual. - Use a reliable pressure gauge.

Question 3

Check head rest for crash protection

Answer 3

Rigid part is eye height. As close to the back of the head as comfortable.

Question 4

Checking tire tread depth

Answer 4

No cuts and bulges. 1.6mm tread depth

Question 5

Check tail headlights are working

Answer 5

Turn on ignition and walk around the car

Question 6

Check anti-lock brake issue

Answer 6

Check anti lock brake light would illuminate

Question 7

Check direction of indicators is working.

Answer 7

Operate the switch possibly the ignition and walk around the vehicle

Question 8

Check brake lights are working

Answer 8

Against a wall, reflections in windows, ask someone to check for you

Question 9

Check power assisted steering

Answer 9

If steering is heavy:
- steering wheel after moving off will indicate any issues.
- gentle pressure on the steering wheel while stationary and the engine on will reveal issues.

Question 10

How to use rear fog lights

Answer 10

Turn fog lights on
- check to see if the light is on
- explain use

Question 11

Check engine oil

Answer 11

Identify dipstick. Identify minimum and maximum markers

Question 12

Check engine coolant

Answer 12

Explain how to top up correctly.

Question 13

Hydraulic brake fuel.

Answer 13

Check in the bonnet