Technikfragen vom Prüfer - Abfahrtkontrolle - Fahrschule Punkt

Summary

In this informative video, driving instructor Zoran offers a comprehensive guide to pre-trip vehicle checks and essential technical knowledge for driving tests. He covers the inspection of various fluid levels, tire conditions, battery maintenance, and understanding vehicle lights and indicators. Zoran also explains how to handle fogged windows, operate wipers, and use safety equipment like the horn and hazard lights. The video aims to prepare viewers for their practical driving test and ensure they are well-versed in vehicle safety and operation.

Takeaways

• 🚗 The video is a driving school tutorial by Zoran, covering technical questions from practical driving tests.
• 🔍 Before starting the car, a departure check is necessary, including opening the hood and checking the bonnet release.
• 💧 The coolant reservoir is for water and antifreeze, and it should only be checked and filled when cold to avoid burns and pressure issues.
• 🌡️ Surge tanks and coolant reservoirs can be identified by their shape and blue caps, and their levels should be checked when cold.
• 🧴 The windshield washer fluid container is filled with tap water and a cleaning agent, and can usually be filled to the top without a level indicator.
• 🛠️ The engine oil is filled in a specific container, and the correct type and amount should be checked according to the car manual and oil dipstick.
• 📏 To measure the oil level, use the oil dipstick after ensuring the car is level and the oil has settled, not immediately after driving.
• 🚦 The brake fluid reservoir is often hidden and recognized by a symbol with a circle and two brackets, and low levels should be professionally checked.
• 🔋 The air filter cleans the air for engine combustion and is easily replaceable, located near thick pipes leading into the housing.
• 📉 Tires should be checked regularly for air pressure, tread depth, and damage, with specific pressures indicated on the car's door jamb or tank cap.
• 🚨 Indicator lights in the car provide important information about the vehicle's status, including battery charge, parking brake, engine faults, and more.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the video presented by Zoran?

The purpose of the video is to go through technical questions that have been asked during practical driving tests, in order to prepare viewers for their own driving exams and potentially impress the driving examiner.

What is the first step Jack Bauer asks the driver to do before the driving test?

The first step is to open the hood for a departure check. This involves locating and pulling the bonnet release, which is usually at the bottom left in the footwell, and then lifting the hood to ensure it stays open properly.

What is the purpose of the coolant reservoir and what should be put inside it?

The coolant reservoir is used to hold a mixture of water and antifreeze. This mixture not only prevents the engine from overheating but also contains rust inhibitors to maintain the engine's condition.

Why is it important to check the coolant reservoir when it is cold?

The coolant reservoir gets hot and is under pressure while driving. Checking and filling it when it is cold prevents the risk of burns and ensures accurate measurement of the coolant level.

What should be put in the windshield washer fluid container?

The windshield washer fluid container should be filled with clean tap water and a special cleaning agent for the windows. In winter, an antifreeze for the windscreen washer system may be required.

How can you determine the oil level in a car without an oil dipstick?

In cars without an oil dipstick, the oil level can be checked through the on-board computer system.

What is the correct procedure for measuring engine oil level using a dipstick?

To measure the engine oil level, ensure the car is level and wait for the oil to settle after driving. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, check the oil level between the minimum and maximum marks, and then reinsert the dipstick.

What are the three things one should regularly check on tires?

The three things to regularly check on tires are air pressure, tread depth, and for any visible damage such as cuts, cracks, or bulges.

What is the legal minimum tread depth for a tire?

The legal minimum tread depth for a tire is 1.6 mm, but it is recommended to replace tires when the tread depth reaches 3 to 4 mm, especially for winter tires.

How can you identify the side of the vehicle where the gas cap is located?

The side of the vehicle where the gas cap is located can be identified by a small arrow on the fuel gauge that points to the left or right, indicating the side of the gas cap.

What does the TÜV sticker on a vehicle indicate?

The TÜV sticker indicates the next due date for the vehicle's general inspection, showing both the year and the month when the inspection is required.

What is the significance of the check engine light in a vehicle?

The check engine light indicates a potential fault in the exhaust system or electronics. If it comes on while driving, it is advisable to continue with caution and schedule an appointment at a workshop to have the error diagnosed.

What are the items required to be carried in a vehicle for emergency purposes?

Items required in a vehicle for emergencies include a safety vest, a first aid kit with masks, a warning triangle, and vehicle papers along with the driver's license.