Tell Me Questions Flashcards
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack.
Brakes should be tested as you set off.
Vehicle should not pull to one side.
Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Open the bonnet.
Identify the windscreen washer reservoir.
Explain that you would check the level of fluid was above the min mark on the side.
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufacturer’s guide.
Use a reliable pressure gauge.
Check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold.
DON’T forget to check the spare tyre.
ALWAYS remember to refit valve caps.
Tell me how you make sure 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.
It should be as close to the back of the head as is comfortable.
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
Ensure there are no cuts and bulges.
There should be 1.6mm of tread depth across the centre, 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working
Explain how you would operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle.
DON’T exit the vehicle - as this is a tell me question
Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti lock braking system
Explain that a warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti lock braking system.
Identify the warning light.
