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What should the driver do to secure the vehicle when changing a front nearside (left-hand side) wheel?

  1. A.Point the front wheels away from the kerb.
  2. B.Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll when jacked up.
  3. C.Point the front wheels towards the kerb.
  4. D.Ensure the gear lever is in neutral.
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Correct answer: B. Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll when jacked up.

If a driver has to change a front nearside (left-hand side) wheel, make sure to do it in a safe place on level ground. Take care, wear high visibility vest/jacket, use a warning triangle and hazard warning lights as appropriate. The vehicle should be secured by applying the parking brake (hand brake), switching off the engine, engaging a low gear and using a wheel chock if necessary. If unfamiliar with how to change a wheel seek assistance from a competent person.

This is an official-style question from the Managing Risk topic of the Ireland driver theory test (Cat. B). Practise all 807 questions free on iTest.ie — with timed mock exams, automatic mistake tracking and progress sync across devices.

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