Chapter 2: Basic Vehicle Maintenance Checks

Welcome: A petrol attendant who can spot a problem under the bonnet builds immediate trust with customers. This chapter equips you with the basic vehicle maintenance checks that set great attendants apart from average ones.

What You Will Cover

• Topic 1 — Safe Bonnet Procedures: How to open, prop and close a vehicle bonnet safely — without damaging the car or injuring yourself.
• Topic 2 — Fluids and Tyres: Checking engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and wiper fluid levels, and assessing tyre pressure visually.
• Video Lecture: A practical Chapter 2 demonstration of bonnet checks and fluid inspections on a real vehicle.

What to Watch For

• ⚠️ Never open the bonnet without asking permission — the topic explains the correct way to offer and confirm the service.
• ⚠️ Dipstick readings require care — note the two-step wipe-and-reinsert technique; a single reading is unreliable.
• ⚠️ Tyre pressure is a safety issue, not just a comfort one — watch for the indicators that flag an unsafe tyre during a quick visual check.