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Q1. How would you check that the steering is working correctly?
A1. If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before
starting a journey two simple tests can be made. Gentle pressure in 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
steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the
power assistance is functioning. |
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Q2. How would you check that the engine has sufficient oil?
A2. Identify dipstick/oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the min/max markers. |
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Q3. How would you check that the engine has sufficient cooling water?
A3. Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and explain how you would check the engine has 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. |
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Q4. How would you check the windscreen washer has sufficient cleaning fluid?
A4. Identify reservoir and explain how to check
the fluid level |
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Q5. How would you check the parking (hand)
brake?
A5.
Demonstrate, by applying parking brake, that when it is
applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel |
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Q6.
How would you would check that
the horn is working (off road)?
A6. Check is carried out by using horn button
(turn on ignition if necessary). |
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Q7. How would you would check
that the direction indicators are working? |
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A7. Applying the indicators or hazard warning
switch and check functioning of all indicators. |
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Q8. How would you would check that the headlights and tail lights are
working? |
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A8. Operate switch (turn on ignition if
necessary) and walk round vehicle. |
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Q9. How would you would check
that the brake lights are working on this car? |
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A9. Operate brake pedal, make use of
reflections in windows, garage doors etc, or ask someone to help. |
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Q10. How would you would check that the brakes are working before starting
a journey? |
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A10. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack.
Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one
side. |
