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5. Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car.
Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help.
6. 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.
7. 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.
Visually check for cuts or bulges, 1.6 mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire circumference.
8. Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures to this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufactures guide or sticker inside door, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget the spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
9. Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
Apply gentle pressure downwards on the steering wheel whilst starting the engine, this should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate.
10. Show me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working.
Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk around vehicle.
11. Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.
Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators.
12. Show me how you would check that the horn is working ( off road only ).
Check is carried out using control ( turn on ignition if necessary )
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