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B01

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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.

Note -Do this on flat ground. If you are parked on a slope or on uneven ground the oil will run to one side and you will not get a true reading.

• Open the bonnet.
• Locate the dipstick.
• Withdraw it, wipe it with a clean cloth or tissue.
• Replace it fully and remove it again, and observe the oil level, which must be between the maximum and minimum marks.
• Replace the dipstick. If oil is needed add it through the oil filler on top of the engine. It takes one litre of oil to replenish the sump from the minimum to the maximum mark.

B03

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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.

• Locate the coolant reservoir, and note that the liquid level is between the Max and Min marks.
• If necessary, and when the engine is cold, top up with a water/antifreeze mixture. (If you take the top off the reservoir when the engine is hot the coolant may boil over and scald you.)

B05

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Open the bonnet, identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.

• Locate the washer water bottle and note that there is a reasonable level of fluid.
• You would fill it as necessary with water and proper screen washer fluid.

B07

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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.

• Locate the hydraulic fluid reservoir.
• Observe that the fluid level is between the Max and Min marks.

Note -If the level is falling, the fluid must be going somewhere. Oil in the brakes can be dangerous! Therefore, you would take the car to a garage to have the level replenished and the leak found and rectified.

B02

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Show me or explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.

• Sitting in the drivers seat with the engine off, turn the wheel gently from side to side and note that there is no free play.
• At the same time, notice that the steering is very stiff - no power assistance!.
• Start the engine (with the usual precautions!) and note that the steering is easier now - Power Assisted Steering working!.

B04

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Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear, making sure you keep safe control of the vehicle.

• Sitting in the driver's seat, apply the footbrake firmly.
• Release the handbrake, and ensure that there is good resistance when you pull it back on and that the lever does not reach the end of its travel.
• Demonstrate that the handbrake latches securely.
• Release the handbrake again, then pull it on slowly without pressing the button. If there are more clicks than there used to be, the brake may need adjusting.

B06

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

Note -It is illegal to sound the horn of a stationary vehicle on the road, so do this on private land.

• Press the horn button briefly hearing that it works.

B08

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Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.

• Switch on the hazard lights.
• Walk round the car to confirm that they all work - front, rear and side repeaters, six lights altogether.
• Switch off the hazard lights.

B09

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Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car. (I can assist you. If you need to switch the ignition on, please don't start the engine.)

• Switch on the ignition - do not start the engine.
• Operate brake pedal.
• Ask the examiner to check that"all three" lights are working.

Note -On your own, you could make use of reflections (eg in windows), or at night see the lights shine on garage doors, etc.

B10

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Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.

• Sit in the driver's seat and press the pedal hard. If you can press it to the floor you have a dangerous fault. Also, it should offer firm resistance, not spongy or slack.
• Pump the brake pedal three or four times and note that it gets stiffer. Keeping your foot on the pedal, start the engine (usual precautions!) and feel the pedal "sink" - the power-assistance is working.
• When you set off, holding the steering lightly, apply the brakes and feel if the car pulls to one side. Listen for any strange or unusual noises. Either of these might indicate worn brake pads, oil or water on the brakes or other faults.

B11

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Tell me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working. (No need to exit vehicle.)

• Switch on the side/tail and headlights.
• Explain that you would walk round the car to confirm that they work.
• Don't forget to switch off! - unless it's a dull day and you want them on, of course.

B12

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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.

• The correct pressures are listed in the vehicle Owner's Manual.
• When the tyres are cold, check all four wheels and the spare as follows:
• Unscrew the tyre valve cap and check the pressure with a reliable gauge. Garage airlines may not be reliable!
• If necessary, you would correct the pressure with a foot pump or using a garage airline.
• Don't forget to replace the valve cap!.

B13

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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.

• Visually examine each tyre in turn, including the spare, to see that:
• There are no cuts or bulges in the tread or tyre wall.
• There is 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.

B14

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Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers.

• Switch on the ignition - do not start the engine.
• Operate control (hold for about 3 seconds) to wash and wipe windscreen.
• Allow wipers to finish, them switch off engine.

B15

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Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively: this should include both front and rear screens.

• Turn on the heated rear window.
• Turn on the air conditioning.
• Set the air direction to the screen (up).
• Set the temperature control to maximum (up).
• Set the fan to its fastest setting (full right).
• Ensure the recyling control is off (full right).

Note - put it all back again, unless you want to take your test in a sauna!

B16

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Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it/them. (No need to exit vehicle.)

• Turn on the ignition.
• Turn on the dipped headlights.
• Turn on the fog lights and point out the warning light.
• You would use them in seriously reduced visibilty ie less than 100m.
• Don't forget to switch off! - unless it's a dull day and you choose to leave the headlights on.

B17

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Show me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on whilst inside the car.

• Turn on dipped headlights.
• Operate dip switch, and point out blue main beam warning light.
• Don't forget to switch off! - unless it's a dull day and you choose to leave the dipped headlights on.

B18

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Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so that it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.

• The head restraint in the Peugot 107 is not adjustable.
• The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable.

B19

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Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.

• The ABS warning light will illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. The light shows the brake symbol with ABS inside it, thus:

Not in test

Check that you have sufficient fuel.

• Turn on the ignition. Give the fuel gauge time to register. Check that the level is sufficient.

Not in test

Check that the headlight main beam, the front and rear foglights and the reversing lights are working.

• When you put the lights on to check the headlights and tail lights, put these lights on and check them too. You will need the ignition on and the car in reverse gear. Make sure the handbrake is on securely!

Not in test

Check that the wipers are efficient.

• When you check the windscreen washers, also check the rear screen washers.
• Also check that the front and rear wipers all wipe cleanly, without smears, missed patches or judder.

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