Battery & Mirrors

What happens if the vehicle has a flat battery?

The engine will not start

What is the primary purpose of the battery fitted to a petrol - or diesel - powered motor vehicle?

To start the engine

What effect would a weak battery have on a vehicle's driving performance?

It would have no effect

What should the driver be able to see in the vehicle mirrors when they are properly adjusted?

The area behind and to each side of the vehicle

What should the driver be able to see in the exterior mirrors of a vehicle when they are properly adjusted?

The area to each side of the vehicle

The vehicle's exterior mirrors are covered by a film of mud and dust. What should the driver do?

Clean them with a cloth before starting their journey

What effect can wet weather have on a vehicle's exterior mirror?

Water droplets can distort the reflected image