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Question 1

Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the washer lever

Answer 1

Identify and explain how to check level

Question 2

Tell me where you would find the information for the rep memes tyre pressures for this car and and how tyre pressures should be checked

Answer 2

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

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Should be adjusted so that the rigid part is at least as high as the eye or top of ears and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable but some may not be adjustable

Question 4

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 read

Answer 4

No cuts of bulges

1.6mm tread depth across the central 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference

Question 5

Tell me how you would check that the headlight sand tail lights are working

Answer 5

Operate switch and walk around vehicle but don’t actually walk

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the ABS

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Breaks should not feel spongy or slack
Should be tested as you set off
Vehicle should not pull to one side