Show Me Tell Me - Page 2
| Vehicle Safety Check Questions | Questions | Answers | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Open bonnet and show the level of the header tank and describe how to top up to correct level when cold. May be slightly high if engine still warm. User manual | Hardly any loss as a sealed unit. Do not remove cap if engine is hot as it is under pressure. Will not be asked to remove it. Use wipe if needed afterwards |
| 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 | Open the bonnet and show the level against high/low markings | Do not change yourself but take car to dealer. Open bonnet when engine switched off. Will not be asked to do anything else. Use wipe if needed afterwards |
| 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 | Test as you set off on a journey and after going through water. Check brake lights are working |
| TELL ME where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressure should be checked | Manufacturer’s guide. Use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold. Don’t forget the spare and remember to refit valve caps | Show the pressure gauge. Should not be asked to demonstrate. Check before and after long journey. User manual |
| SHOW ME how you would clean the windscreen using the Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen (turn windscreen washer and wipers | Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen (turn ignition on if necessary | |
| SHOW ME how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively, this should include both front and rear screens | Set all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction / source and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows | |
| SHOW ME how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it/them. (No need to exit vehicle, Please don't start the engine) | Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use | |
| SHOW ME how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on whilst inside the car. | Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light | |
| 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, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. N.B. Some restraints might not be adjustable | |
| TELL ME how you would know if there was a problem with your anti lock braking system | Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti lock braking system | |
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