Show & Tell
Q & A – SHOW ME TELL ME FOR CAR DRIVING TEST
You will be asked 1 show and 1 tell question before you set out on your practical test.
Below is the Qestion followed by the Answer.
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 the Reservoir and Dipstick. Describe how to check the oil level against the minimum / maximum markers. There is an oil can light on dashboard.
Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted 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. Gentle 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.
Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check that the engine has the correct level.
Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filter cap, and describe how to top up to correct level.
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.
Open the bonnet, identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
Identify reservoir and explain how to check level.
Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers.
Turn the ignition on and operate the windscreen washer lever. Pull the right arm lever towards you hard to spray the water jets and the wiper will pass over the screen a couple of times. Push the lever towards the dashboard for the rear screen washer/wiper.
Show me how you would set the demister controls to demist the front and rear screens.
Turn the ignition on. Turn the fan on, switched round to blow on to the front window and press the rear demister button to demist the rear.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
Show me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.
Tell the examiner that you would start the engine and a warning light ( (ABS) ) on the dashboard should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system.
Show me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working.
Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle.
Show me how you would switch your headlights from dipped to main beam.
Push the indicator arm towards the dashboard. A BLUE light will appear on the dashboard. Push it again to take it off. Pull the arm towards you to flash the beam.
Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use them.
Turn the ignition to switch the electrics on. Turn the dipped headlights on and press the two buttons for the fog lights. Check that the warning lights (ORANGE and GREEN) light up on the dashboard. (no need to get out or switch the engine on). Explain that you would only use the fog light(s) if visibility was poor and that you could not see further than 100 metres.
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressure 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.
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 ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
Tell me how you would make sure that the head restraint is correctly adjusted.
The head restraint should be adjusted so that the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as your eyes (or top of your ears) and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable.