Tell Me Flashcards
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 fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level when the engine is cold.
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/oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the maximum/minimum markers.
Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir is 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.
Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Open the bonnet and identify reservoir and explain how to check level.
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures can be checked.
Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
Check that there are no cuts and bulges and there is at least 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
Tell me how you would check the brakes are working before starting a journey.
Brakes should not feel sponges it slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle shouldn’t pull to one side.
Tell me how you would check that the head lights and tail lights are working.
Operate light switch(turn ignition on if necessary), as this is a tell me question there is no need to check the lights.
Tell me how you would make sue your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.
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. Some restraints may not be adjustable.
Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.
Warning light on the dashboard should illuminate if there is a fault.
