"Show Me Tell Me" Questions
This is the full list of DSA "Show me, Tell me" questions together with the required responses.
Q: Show me & explain how you would check that the power steering is working before starting a journey.
A:
Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started should result in a noticeable movement as the system begins to operate.
Q: Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear.
A:
Apply the foot brake first then demonstrate by applying hand brake saying that when fully applied it secures itself and is not at the end of it's working travel.
Q: Tell me how you would check the brakes are working before starting a journey.
A:
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.
Q: Show me how you would check that the horn is working.
A:
Press it.
Q: Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how the tyre pressures should be checked.
A:
Manufacturers guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
Q: 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.
A:
No cuts or bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across central three quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer.
Q: Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working.
A:
Switch on the hazard warning lights and check that all 6 indicator lights are working.
Q: Show me how you would check that the headlights and taillights are working.
A:
Switch on the headlights then check that all 6 lights are working.
Q: Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car.
A:
Turn the key until the dashboard lights come on then press the brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone (the examiner) to help.
Q: 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.
A:
Identify reservoir and explain that the fluid should be between the min/max markers.
Q: Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level.
A:
Identify reservoir and explain that the level cannot be seen so it should be topped up regularly, especially before long journeys.
Q: 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.
A:
Identify the dipstick. Explain that it should be removed, wiped clean, reinserted, removed again, then check that the oil level is between the min/max markers
Q: 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.
A:
Identify reservoir and explain that the fluid should be between the min/max markers.
