How do I inspect my car before my driving test?

  1. Driver window. The window on the driver side must open. ...
  2. Windshield. The windshield must provide a full unobstructed field of view for you and the examiner.
  3. Rear-view mirrors. The vehicle must have at least 2 mirrors. ...
  4. Turn signals. ...
  5. Brake lights. ...
  6. Tires. ...
  7. Foot brake. ...
  8. Horn.
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How do you come down before a driving test?

The 10 most effective ways to combat driving test nerves
  1. Tell yourself you're ready. ...
  2. Keep it a secret. ...
  3. Don't skip meals. ...
  4. Pretend it's a mock. ...
  5. Arrive at the test centre in good time and make sure your diary is free. ...
  6. Don't do too much on test day. ...
  7. Stay off the caffeine. ...
  8. Go to the lavatory.
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What's a pre-Drive checklist?

Pre-Drive Checklist: Demonstrate emergency parking brake, arm signals, windshield wipers, defroster, emergency flashers, headlights, turn signals, headlights, foot brake and horn, Parking Lot Driving: Leaving and returning to the DMV.
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What should you check for outside of the vehicle?

Outside
  1. Check the condition of your tires. ...
  2. Evaluate the surroundings of your car. ...
  3. Make sure there is no fluid leakage. ...
  4. Check the car for any damage. ...
  5. In the winter, make sure snow is not blocking any windows, mirrors, or lights so you can maximize your view of the road.
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What to bring to CA DMV driving test?

For the driving test, you must have an appointment and bring:
  1. Your old DL or instruction permit, if you have one.
  2. A licensed driver age 18 years old or older with a valid California DL.
  3. Proof that the vehicle is properly insured.
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Driving Exam - Verifications Inside and Outside



What are automatic fails on a driving test California?

15 Silly Mistakes (“Automatic Fails”) That Prevent You From Passing Your DMV Test Today
  • Rolling Stops.
  • Improper Lane Changing.
  • Lack of Steering Control.
  • Distracted Driving.
  • Confusion at Four-Way Stops.
  • Improper Freeway Merging.
  • Driving Too Slowly.
  • Driving Too Fast for Conditions.
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How many mistakes can you make on a driving test in California?

Test takers can miss up to 15 points on the California driving test and still pass. The examiner keeps score on a standard form during the drive. Mistakes that don't pose a serious safety problem count as a one-point deduction.
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What are the 5 most important vehicle checks before driving off?

5 Essential Vehicle Checks to Make Before Driving
  • Lights. Checking your front and rear lights is one of the easiest things to do on this list, but one of the most important! ...
  • Tyres. Tyres get a lot of wear and tear, especially if you're clocking up a lot of miles. ...
  • Oil, water and fluids. ...
  • Brakes and steering. ...
  • Battery.
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What are the 8 pre driving procedures?

1) Check the mirrors 2) Signal 3) Check your blind spot 4) Accelerate into traffic
  • Check the mirrors.
  • Signal.
  • Check your blind spot.
  • Accelerate into traffic.
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What are the 11 things you should check on your car before driving?

*During inclement weather, the driver must demonstrate that items 11-14 work properly or the driving test will be rescheduled.
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  • Driver window. The window on the driver side must open. ...
  • Windshield. ...
  • Rear-view mirrors. ...
  • Turn signals. ...
  • Brake lights. ...
  • Tires. ...
  • Foot brake. ...
  • Horn.
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What are the six pre entry checks for your vehicle?

  • Grip the wheel firmly.
  • Foot off accelerator.
  • Do not brake.
  • Allow vehicle to slow.
  • Check Traffic.
  • Turn on flash.
  • Drive to a protected area.
  • Change tire.
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How long is the driving test?

The test lasts about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
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What do arm signals mean when driving?

Arm signals

For use when direction indicator signals are not used, or when necessary to reinforce direction indicator signals and stop lights. Also for use by pedal cyclists and those in charge of horses. I intend to move in to the left or turn left. I intend to move out to the right or turn right.
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How can I impress my driving examiner?

To summarise:
  1. Be confident but err on the side of caution.
  2. Don't let other road users influence you.
  3. Stick to what you know.
  4. Bring your instructor with you.
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Why should you eat a banana before your driving test?

It's well-known among driving instructors as the driving test superfood, for the following reasons – bananas are full of B vitamins, which help calm the nerves. They contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into seratonin, the 'happy hormone' – which will keep your mood upbeat.
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How can I stop nerves on my driving test?

To calm your nerves on test day:
  1. Eat something. You may have a fluttery stomach and not want to eat, but feeling light-headed with a gurgling stomach is the last thing you want. ...
  2. Take a walk. ...
  3. Avoid too much coffee or other highly caffeinated drinks directly before your test. ...
  4. Go to the loo! ...
  5. Don't be late.
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What is the 2 second rule in driving?

To use the rule, drivers should allow the vehicle in front to pass a fixed object such as a lamp post or road sign then count to two seconds. If they reach two seconds before reaching the reference marker they need to drop back.
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When you rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving you are?

Resting your foot on the pedal also means your clutch may not be fully engaged. That can cause major slippage with your clutch disc (also wearing down your clutch). The Bottom Line: Resting your foot on the clutch is a bad habit to get into, so try and avoid it as much as possible.
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What is a 6 point check in driving?

This routine involves the driver checking 6 points in and around the car to spot any potential Hazards. 1) Left Blind Spot. 2) Left Wing Mirror. 3) Centre Mirror / Rear View Mirror. 4) Out the Car's Front.
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In which three places must you never park your vehicle?

Near or on a bend. Near or on the brow of a hill. Opposite a traffic island.
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Where Not to Park
  • Where your vehicle will cause obstruction or danger to other road users.
  • On a road with street lighting - that is a road where the street lights are spaced not more than 200 metres apart - other than in a marked parking place.
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Can you ask driving examiner the speed limit?

Poor speed control.

But a driving examiner needs to know that you can stick to the limit, and that you can tell when a limit has changed and act appropriately (it's surprising how many people fail to notice the big red and white signs with huge numbers on, but they do).
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Do driving examiners fail you on purpose?

It's not meant to be easy, and the fact is that over 50% of candidates are just not up to the standard required. Driving examiners don't fail you: you fail yourself. Myth: Driving examiners enjoy failing learner drivers. Examiners are professionals: their personal feelings do not enter into their assessment of you.
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How many people pass their driving test first time?

While the test may have evolved, data suggests that pass rates have remained rooted in 1935. Reportedly over 50 million have sat the driving test with the first time pass rate remaining consistently around 49%.
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Do you fail if you hit the curb?

You will fail a driving test if you hit a curb. It is an automatic fail if you drive over the curb and/or knock the examiner off the passenger seat. However, if you scrape the curb gently and readjust, you may only get docked a few points off your test score, depending on your examiner.
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