![]() ![]() (You may need to switch the ignition on, but you should not start the engine.) Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen. Shown me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers. If the outer band of the coin is visible when inserted, then the tyre does not have sufficient depth) (The tyre depth can be checked by inserting a 20p coin into the main grooves of the tyre. No cuts and bulges, a minimum of 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarter of the breath of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference. 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. Manufacturer’s guide (usually to be found somewhere on the vehicle) or owner’s manual use a reliable pressure gugage check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold don’t forget the spare tyre remember to refit valve caps. Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. (As this is a ‘Tell Me’ question, there is no need to physically check the lights.) Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round the vehicle. Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working. With the engine running, brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey. (The examiner is allowed to check for you.) Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help. (I can assist you with this if you wish.) If you need to switch the ignition on, please don’t start the engine. Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car. Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.Īpply the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators. Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings. 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. (You may need to switch the ignition on, but you should not start the engine.) Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only).Ĭheck is carried out by using control. Identify reservoir and explain how to check level. ![]() Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level. Demonstrate by applying parking brake (handbrake) so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel. Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear, keeping safe control of the vehicle.Īpply footbrake firmly. Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or the radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level. 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. ![]() If the steering is heavy the system is not working properly. Alternatively, turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning. 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. Show me/explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.īefore starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Identify dipstick/oil level indicator, describe how to check oil level against the minimum/maximum markers. 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. In the L-test only one driving fault is allocated to this section of the test. You are asked to identify various parts of the engine and to demonstrate how you would carry out basic checks and maintenance. This is often called the “Show me/Tell me” part of the test. Safety Check Questions For The Driving Test (car test category B 1st July 2008) ![]()
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