Showmetellme

This is now available on my web site as a pdf with 'under the bonnet' images
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SAFETY CHECK QUESTIONS – SHOWMETELLME

The first 4 questions relate to under the bonnet. To unlock the bonnet release the lever on the inside of the passenger door. To raise the bonnet lid, lift slightly so that you can get your fingers underneath and feeling the catch (underneath the e), push catch upwards and the bonnet will lift (there is no need to hold the bonnet up). To close, pull down and drop from waist height.

Q1 lift bonnet and identify where you would check the engine oil level and how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil.
A1 When the engine is cold, remove the ‘dipstick’ and clean, put dipstick back in and remove again checking that oil is between the 2 markers. If the oil is low you fill via the oil filler cap.

Q2 Open bonnet and identify where you would check the engine coolant and tell me how you would check that you have the correct level.
A2 Point out the coolant Reservoir and show that the coolant is between the min/max markers.

Q3 Open the bonnet and identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check that the level is correct.
A3 Identify the reservoir and explain that you would check regularly (particularly in winter when there is salt on the roads) that there is a visible amount of solution in.

Q4 Open the bonnet and identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
A4 Lift the plastic cover on the brake fluid reservoir and show that the fluid is between the min/max markers.

Q5 Show me how you would check the parking/hand brake for excessive wear.
A5 Demonstrate by pulling on the brake and explain that when fully applied it secures itself, holds the car secure and is not at the end of it’s working travel.

Q6 Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only)
A6 Press horn.

Q7 Demonstrate that the directional indicators are working.
A7 Press the hazard lights button (no need to turn on ignition) and show that lights flash both left/right & front /rear.

Q8 Tell me how you would check that the headlights, sidelights and taillights are working.
A8 Switch ignition on, turn on lights (twice towards front) and walk around car checking that all lights are illuminated.

Q9 Tell me how you would check that the tyres have sufficient tread depth and that their condition is safe and roadworthy.
A9 You would check that you have at least 1.6mm tread depth (use measure if preferred) and you would check the tyre walls for cuts and bulges.

Q10 Tell me where you would get the information on your tyre pressures and how the pressures would be checked.
A10 The information is in the manufacturers guide/manual and you would check tyres (when cold) with a reliable pressure gauge either at a garage or show the one in the car.

Q11 Tell me how you would check the brakes before starting a journey.
A11 Press the brake pedal, it shouldn’t feel slack (brakes worn) or spongy (air in hydraulic system) you should test them as you move away and they shouldn’t pull to one side.

Q12 Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working.
A12 Switch on ignition, apply the brakes and make use of a reflection behind the car, or ask examiner to check for you.

Q13 Show me/explain how to check the power steering is working.
A13 The steering would feel heavy if there was a problem. When you start the car you should feel a slight shudder on the steering wheel this shows that there is power getting through, when you move off the steering shouldn’t feel heavy.

Q14 Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washers and wipers.
A14 Turn on ignition, pull wiper arm towards you and hold for 1-2 seconds.

Q15 Show me how you would set the de-mister controls to clear all the windows effectively, front and back.
A15 Turn on ignition, press heated rear window heater to clear rear, switch blower to screen and turn fan up. You could also say that having the air con on will keep the car from misting up.

Q16 Tell me how you would make sure that your head restraint is correctly adjusted.
A16 Should be adjusted so that the rigid (centre) part of the restraint is at ear/eye level.

Q17 Show me how you would switch on the rear fog lights and explain when you would use them.
A17 Switch on ignition and headlights and press rear fog light button. Ensure that warning light comes on. You would use in fog or bad light conditions, visibility less than 100m.

Q18 Show me how you would switch on your main beam headlights and how you would know when they are on.
A18 Switch on ignition and headlights, push light/indicator stalk towards front of car or pull towards you and hold, there will be a blue light on rev counter.

Q19 Tell me how you would know that there is a problem with the ABS (anti lock braking system)?
A19 A warning light will illuminate if there is a fault.