Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 529 / 539

Comprobaremos la presión de los neumáticos...
We will check the tyre pressure...
- AEstando los neumáticos calientes.With the tyres hot.
- BHabiendo recorrido como máximo 2 o 3 kilómetros a velocidad moderada.After driving no more than 2 or 3 kilometres at moderate speed.
- CDespués de haber recorrido 10 kilómetros como mínimo.After driving at least 10 kilometres.
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Correct answer
- BHabiendo recorrido como máximo 2 o 3 kilómetros a velocidad moderada.After driving no more than 2 or 3 kilometres at moderate speed.
Explanation
The tyres must be cold to check their pressure. Otherwise, the gauge reading will be wrong, because heat makes the pressure rise.
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