Left - Coolant Expansion Tank 

Right - Screenwash Reservoir

B04 Show

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

 Apply footbrake firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake (handbrake) so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel.

B05 Tell

Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.

 Identify reservoir (Above) and explain how to check level.  

B06 Show

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).

B07 Show

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 and show how level is checked against High/Low markings.

B08 Show

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. (may need to switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine)

B09 Show

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)

 Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help. (may need to switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine) 

B10 Tell

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.

B11 Tell

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

Explain that you would turn on the ignition, turn the light switch to the Headlamp position, then get out and walk around the vehicle to check all lights are working.

B12 Tell

Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.

Manufacturers guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, remember spare wheel and refit valve caps.

B13 Tell

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. 

B14 Show

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

 Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen (turn ignition on if necessary.) 

B15 Show

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

Set all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction / source and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows. Engine does not have to be started for this demonstration.

B16 Show

Show me how you would switch on the Rear Foglights and explain when they should be used.

 Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use.

B17 Show

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

 Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light 

B18 Tell

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

 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 Tell

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

 Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti lock braking system.