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Highway Code
You can make your theory test much easier . . . The Highway Code is essential reading when you're learning to drive. It contains all of the rules of the road and regulations for driving in the UK
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Show Me, Tell Me
At the start of your driving test, the examiner will ask you two questions on the checks that should be carried out on your car before you begin a journey
You will be asked to 'show or tell' the examiner what you should do. Some of the questions may require you to open the bonnet, so its a good idea to have some tissues to wipe your hands afterwards!
At present, there are 13 possible questions, two of which will be asked. The 13 questions are listed below
1) 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
Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil against the minimum/maximum markers.
2) Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check the engine has the correct level
Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator cap, and describe how to top up to the correct level
3) Identify where the windscreen washer level is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level
Identify reservoir and explain how to check level
4) 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
Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings
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 where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked
Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps
8) 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
No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire circumference
9) Show me / explain how you would check that the power steering is working before starting a journey
If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gently pressure on 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
10) Show me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working
Operate switch (turn ignition on 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 by using control (turn on ignition if necessary)
13) Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear
Demonstrate by applying parking brake that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel
Combinations of Questions
Your examiner will only ask you certain combinations of these questions, and they are as follows
questions 1 and 9
2 and 13
3 and 12
4 and 11
5 and 13
6 and 10
7 and 10
4 and 9
2 and 10
8 and 11
7 and 12
1 and 10
Make sure that you go through these questions with your instructor and learn the answers thoroughly
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