tell me

Question 1

tell me how you would check the brakes are working before starting a long journey

Answer 1

brakes should not feel spongy or slack. brakes should be tested as you set off and the vehicle should not pull to one side

Question 2

tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tire pressure for this car and how the tyre pressures should be checked

Answer 2

manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget a spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps

Question 3

tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash

Answer 3

the head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable

Question 4

tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure they have the sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road

Answer 4

no cuts or bulges, 1.6mm tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre

Question 5

tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working.

Answer 5

turn on the ignition, explain how you would turn on the switch then walk round the vehicle

Question 6

tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system

Answer 6

warning light would illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system

Question 7

tell me how you would check the direction indicators are working

Answer 7

explain how you would operate the switch then walk round the vehicle

Question 8

tell me how you would check the brake lights are working on the car

Answer 8

operate the brake pedal then make use of reflections in windows or doors or ask someone to help

Question 9

tell me how you would check the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey

Answer 9

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 wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning

Question 10

tell me how you would switch on the rear fog lights and explain when you would use them

Answer 10

DAD HELP turn on the ignition, and dipped headlights, operate switch and check the warning light is on, i would use it when the visibility is below 100m

Question 11

tell me how you would switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on

Answer 11

switch ignition on and dipped headlights. operate switch and check warning light is on.

Question 12

tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil

Answer 12

DAD HELP open the bonnet, identify the dipstick, take it out, wipe it and place it back in; oil level should be between the minimum and maximum markers

Question 13

tell me how you would check the engine has sufficient engine coolant

Answer 13

DAD HELP open the bonnet, identify high and low markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap

Question 14

tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid

Answer 14

open bonnet, identify reservoir, check level against high and low markings