Carrying out cockpit is essential before driving your car Cockpit Checks -DSSSM - Door -Seat -Steering Wheel -Mirrors all doors are closed properly and the parking brake is on. your seat is comfortable and in the correct position- if you have to adjust it , or your steering wheel , make sure they lock firmly in position The head restraint is properly adjusted -to give protection against whiplash or injuries the mirrors are correctly adjusted - make sure that you check the interior and exterior mirrors so that you have the best view Your seat belt is fastened, adjusted correctly and comfortable the parking brake again and check that the gear lever is in neutral (if you’re driving an automatic , that the gear lever is in P