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From
September 2003 pupils are required to answer two from
a series of twelve simple " show me tell me "
questions on vehicle safety. If one
or both are answered incorrectly, it would be assessed
as one driving fault, which in itself would not
constitute a serious fault. The information on this
page will help to illustrate the questions and
answers required..................You can also
..Download
DSA Car Safety Questions |
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the image to locate controls of each car ...>> |
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How
to check the oil |
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Check the oil on level ground, and before you start the
engine to obtain a true reading. |
| Pull
the dipstick, wipe it with a dry cloth, then set it into
the slot - Pull the dipstick again and check the level ie
: High / Low |
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it is near the Low level, top up as needed. Use a good quality
oil, and make sure you do not mix diesel oil with oil for
a petrol engine. Make sure it is the correct viscosity ie
: 15/ 40 |
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Check
the engine coolant |
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Remove the cap carefully and NOT when the engine is hot
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topping up the level, ensure the correct mixture of antifreeze
and water are used. |
Screen
washer bottle |
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can be checked visually -Top it up to the neck of the
bottle. Some additives can be mixed during colder weather |
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Check
brake fluid reservoir |
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brake fluid level visually using marks on the side of the
clear plastic container MAX / MIN. If you see the level
as LOW, get the condition of the brake pads checked out
by a mechanic. It may be that they need replacing and this
could be the reason for the low level reading. |
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you do have to open the brake fluid container to check,
remember that the fluid itself is very corrosive to paintwork
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| A
"spongy " feel to the brake pedal will give an
indication of problems in the system. |
| Check
the parking brake for excessive wear - demonstrate by applying
the handbrake that it secures itself and is not at the end
of the working travel. |
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Checking
vehicle lightbulbs : |
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car light bulbs can be checked easily by switching on
dipped headlights, hazard
lights, and by applyiing the footbrake
whilst someone checks all bulbs. If you are on your own,
back up against a reflective surface and you can check
if the brake lights are operating after
you have had a visual check all round. |
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| Keep
a cloth in your car to clean lights especially during
winter so you can see and be seen. |
| Carry
a spare set of bulbs to fit your car ( brake light bulbs
need to be replaced more often ) |
| When
replacing halogen headlight bulbs,
make
sure you do not touch the head of the bulb with your fingers.Touch
only the plug end. |
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Check
the tyres |
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a visual check on your tyres now and again, to insure there
is no damage to the side walls ( cuts / bulges ) Check tyres
tread wear indicators
This will insure you have at least the minimum
legal requirement of 1.6
mm over 75 % of the central width of the tyre |
| Recommended
tyre pressures can be found in the glove box or in the manual.
This location will vary from car to car. |
| From
time to time have your steering alignment checked, this
will insure there is no uneven wear in the tyres |
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Ancillary
Controls |
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sure you know how to locate and operate - Heater / rear
demist, lights, horn and wipers. - You will be marked
on your ability to find these controls quickly, as weather
conditions may change while on test. Image shows demister
controls on the centre console. |
Under
the bonnet |
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image on the right shows the car bonnet open and highlights
the weekly " levels checks " |
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