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As part of the new practical driving test,
examiners will begin by asking candidates two questions. These
questions are called the Show Me, Tell Me questions and are
concerning the vehicle you are driving.
Show Me, Tell Me questions are mainly about
car maintenance and the function and safety of your vehicle. Below is a list of the 'Show Me, Tell
Me' questions you could be asked on your test ... |
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| Show me/explain how you
would check that the power steering is working before
starting a journey. |
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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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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. |
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| Identify dipstick/oil
level indicator, describe check of oil level against the
min/max markers. |
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Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine
coolant level and tell me how you would check the engine has
correct level. |
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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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Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive
wear. |
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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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| Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and
tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level. |
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| Identify reservoir
and explain how to check level. |
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| 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. |
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| Identify reservoir, check
level against high/low markings |
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| Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off
road). |
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| Check is carried out by
using horn button (turn on ignition if necessary). |
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| Show me how you would check that the direction indicators
are working. |
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| Applying the indicators
or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators. |
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| Show me how you would check that the headlights and tail
lights are working. |
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| Operate switch (turn
on ignition if necessary) walk round vehicle. |
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| Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are
working on this car. |
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| Operate brake pedal,
make use of reflections in windows, garage doors etc, or ask
someone to help. |
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| Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working
before starting a journey. |
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| Brakes should not
feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off.
Vehicle should not pull to one side. |
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Tell me where you would
find the information for the recommended tyre pressures
for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. |
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Manufacturers guide. Use
a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures
when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember
to refit valve caps. |
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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. |
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No cuts or bulges, 1.6mm
of tread depth across the central three quarters of the
breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference. |
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