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What’s your car care IQ?

Posted 8 June, 2021 Samuel Smith

Sure, it might look pretty parked in your driveway, but how well do you really know your pride and joy?

What’s your car care IQ?

• From coolant levels to tyre pressure, put your knowledge about general car upkeep to the test with our quick multiple-choice quiz.

• *Enter a response to each question before pressing ‘See my results’ at the end of the quiz to find out how you went overall.

• 1. When’s the best time to check my car’s engine oil?*
  • A. When the engine is running
  • B. Straight after the engine is turned off
  • C. Whenever the engine’s cold, or 10–15 minutes after it’s turned off
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• 2. What’s the minimum legal tyre tread depth?*
  • A. 2.5mm
  • B. 1.5mm
  • C. 1.0mm
  • D. 2.0mm
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• 3. How often should I check my car’s coolant levels?*
  • A. Yearly
  • B. At least once a month
  • C. Whenever I change my oil
  • D. There’s no need to check
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• Where can I find the right tyre pressure for my car? Hint: It could be found in more than one location.*
  • A. In the owner’s manual
  • B. On the wall of the tyre
  • C. On the wall of the tyre and on a plaque behind the wheel rim
  • D. On a sticker in the driver’s door opening
  • E. On a plaque behind the wheel rim
  • F: In the owner’s manual and on a sticker in the driver’s door opening
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• 5. What are the optimal conditions for checking my tyre pressure?*
  • A. When the tyres have warmed up
  • B. Whenever the outside temperature is below 30°C
  • C. When the tyres are cold
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• 6. Which of the following could I be defected for?*
  • A. No windscreen washer fluid
  • B. Horn not working
  • C. Indicator not working
  • D. A, B and C
  • E. Aftermarket wheels that are 10mm larger than stock
  • F. A, B, C and E
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• 7. How often should I check my tyre pressure?*
  • A. At least every month
  • B. Whenever I get my car serviced
  • C. Every year
  • D. Every 6 months
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• 8. What’s the difference between fuel octanes?*
  • A. Viscosity
  • B. Anti-knock quality
  • C. Power level
  • D. Purity
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• 9. Can I be fined for having a dirty car?*
  • A. Yes
  • B. No
  • C. Only in regional areas
  • D. Only in residential areas
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