- 1 -COURSE ALIGNMENT WORKSHEET

GTC Course Name: Introduction to Auto Service BCPS Course Name: Foundations of Transportation & LogisticsGTC Course Number: AUT 120 BCPS Course Number: 47.571

GTC OBJECTIVES BCPS OBJECTIVES EVALUATION PROCEDURES

Safety Procedures Demonstrate Safety Procedures during shop operation.Legal/Ethical Responsibilities Understand all legal and ethical responsibilities.Measurement Demonstrate the use of precision measuring instruments to include micrometers, dial indicators, and calipers.Machining Demonstrate sharpening drill bits and the use of hand drills and drill press.Hand Tools  Practice the proper use of hand tools.Shop Organization, Management, and Work Flow Systems Describe typical management procedures

Occupational health and safetyPersonal safety – workplace security procedures - hazardous procedures – using fire extinguishers – using an MSDS– cleaning tools and equipment – emergency procedures - EPA and OSHA regulations –

Tools and EquipmentUsing hand tools -tool and equipment maintenance – using a floor jack and standsusing a twin post lift – using an engine hoist – using a torque wrench and angle gauge – using a lube gun – using an air impact wrench – using an air chisel – using an air blow gun – using an electric drill – using a bench grinder – using a trouble light – using a screw extractor – using a ruler - using a micrometer – using a dial indicator – using a feeler gauge – using a tire pressure gauge - measuring a fastener – removing a damaged fastener - repairing damaged threads – using a vacuum gauge- using a non powered test light –

CommunicationCommunication skills – active listening – art of speaking – people skills – good reading – business writing – researching – professional development SKILLUSA– PDP I&II Work Ethics

Student must complete 1 full credit

Student must have a minimum grade of 85 for course #47.571.

Student must enroll at Gwinnett Technical College within 24 months upon graduation from high school.

Student must make an 85 or better on the AUT 120 exemption exam.

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Vehicle maintenanceLocating vehicle information – decoding vehicle identification number – identifying powertrain configurations – identifying chassis configurations - using a shop manual – using an owners manual – using a repair manual – using computerized service information – using a parts manual – using a labor guide – recording service procedures – checking and changing engine oil and filter – checking and adjusting powertrain fluids – checking and changing transmission/ transaxle fluids and filters – checking and adjusting differential fluids – checking and adjusting coolant levels – checking and adjusting brake fluid – checking and adjusting power steering fluid – checking and adjusting windshield washer fluid –inspecting and adjusting engine drive belts – inspecting vehicle safety features – checking exterior lighting – checking and replacing windshield wiper blades – checking and adjusting tire pressures – checking tire wear patterns- new car pre delivery inspection- lubrication service of wear points- cleaning and care of vehicle

Career Planning

1. Identify the breadth and scope of the automotive service technology industry.

2. Identify major trends and issues in automotive service technology.

3. Identify auto technician career opportunities and duties of a suspension and steering system technician.

- 3 -4. Identify auto technical career

opportunities and duties of a brake system technician.

5. Identify auto technician career opportunities and duties of an electrical/electronics systems technician.

6. Identify auto technician career opportunities and duties of an engine performance technician.

NATEF Task List

Suspension and Steering NATEF Task Area IV

1. Identify the safe use of chemicals used in the suspension and steering system.

2. Identify the safe use of hand tools used in the suspension and steering system.

3. Identify the safe use of power tools used in the suspension and steering system.

4. Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

5. Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

6. Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

7. Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working in the suspension and steering system.

- 4 -8. Communicate with customers and write

suspension and steering system repair orders.

9. Estimate time and cost for suspension and steering system job and order parts.

10. Obtain appropriate suspension and steering system repair information from shop manuals.

11. Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area).

12. Identify basic function and operation of the suspension and steering system components

13. IV A 1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1

14. IV A. 2 Identify and interpret suspension and steering concern; determine necessary action. P-1

15. IV A. 3 Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as suspension and steering system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. P-1

16. IV A. 4 Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers (VIN, vehicle certification labels, calibration decals). P-1

17. IV B. 10, Inspect power steering fluid levels and condition. . P-1

18. IV B 13, Remove, inspect, replace, and adjust power steering pump belt. P-1

19. IV C1, 11, Lubricate suspension and steering systems. P-2

20. IV C3, 1, Inspect, remove, and replace

- 5 -shock absorbers. P-1

21. IV E 2 Inspect tires; check and adjust air pressure. P-1

22. IV E 4, Rotate tires according to manufacturer’s recommendations. P-1

23. IV E 10, Reinstall wheel; torque lug nuts. P-1

24. IV E 12 Repair Tire using internal patch P-1

Brakes NATEF task area V

1. Identify the safe use of chemicals used with brakes.

2. Identify the safe use of hand tools used with brakes.

3. Identify the safe use of power tools used with brakes.

4. Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working with brakes.

5. Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment for working with brakes.

6. Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working with brakes.

7. Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working with brakes.

8. Communicate with customers and write brake repair orders.

9. Estimate time and cost for brake job and order parts.

10. Obtain appropriate brake repair information from shop manuals.

11. Practice clean and orderly work habits

- 6 -(vehicle, tools, and work area).

12. IV A 1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1

13. V A 2, Identify and interpret brake system concern; determine necessary action. P-12.

14. V A 3, Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as brake system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. P-1

15. V A 4, Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers (VIN, vehicle certification labels, calibration decals). P-1

16. V B 1. Diagnose pressure concerns in the brake system using hydraulic principles (Paschal’s Law). P-1

17. VB 2 Measure brake pedal height: determine necessary action P-2

18. V B 8, Select, handle, store, and install brake fluids to proper level. P-1

19. V C 2, Remove, clean (using proper safety procedures), inspect, and measure brake drums; service or replace as needed. P-1

20. V D 7, Clean, inspect, and measure rotor with a dial indicator and a micrometer; follow manufacturer’s recommendations in determining need to machine or replace. P-1

21. V D 8, Remove and replace rotor. P-222. V D 12, Install wheel, torque lug nuts,

and make final checks and adjustments.

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23. V F 1, Diagnose wheel bearing noises, wheel shimmy, and vibration concerns; determine necessary action. P-1

24. V F 2, Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings and replace seals; install hub and adjust wheel bearings. P-1

25. VF 4, Check parking brake operation; determine necessary action. P-1

26. VF 5, Check operation of parking brake indicator light system. P-1

27. V F 6, Check operation of brake stop light system; adjust and service as needed. P-1

28. V F 7, Replace wheel bearing and race. P-1

29. VF 8, Inspect and replace wheel studs. P-2

Electrical/Electronic Systems NATEF task area VI

1. Identify the safe use of chemicals used in the electrical/electronic systems.

2. Identify the safe use of hand tools used in the electrical systems.

3. Identify the safe use of power tools used in the electrical systems.

4. Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working in electrical systems.

5. Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment used in

- 8 -electrical systems.

6. Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working in electrical systems.

7. Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working in electrical systems.

8. Communicate with customers and write electrical systems repair orders.

9. Estimate time and cost for electrical systems job and order parts.

10. Obtain appropriate electrical system repair information from shop manuals.

11. Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area).

12. Identify the basic function and operation of the electrical/electronics systems components.

13. 1 IV A 1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1

14. VI A 2. Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as electrical/electronic system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. P-

15. VI A 3. Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification

- 9 -numbers (VIN, vehicle certification labels, and calibration decals). P-1

16. VI A 5. Use wiring diagrams during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems. P-1

17. VI A 6. Demonstrate the proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems. P-1

18. VI A 7, Check electrical circuits with a test light; determine necessary action. P-2

19. VI A 14. Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses; determine necessary action. P-1

20. VI A 20, Perform solder repair of electrical wiring P-1

21. VI B 1, Perform battery state-of-charge test; determine needed service. P-1

22. VI B 2, Perform battery capacity test; determine needed service. P-1

23. VI B 3, Maintain or restore electronic memory functions. P-2

24. VI B 4, Inspect, clean, fill, and replace battery. P-2

25. VI B 5, Perform slow/fast battery charge. P-2

26. VI B 6, Inspect and clean battery cables, connectors, clamps, and hold-downs; repair or replace as needed. P-1

27. VI B 7, Start a vehicle using jumper cables and a battery or auxiliary power supply P-1

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Engine Performance NATEF task area VIII

1. Identify the safe use of chemicals used in engine performance.

2. Identify the safe use of hand tools used in engine performance.

3. Identify the safe use of power tools used in engine performance.

4. Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working in engine performance.

5. Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment for working in engine performance.

6. Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working in engine performance.

7. Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working in engine performance.

8. Communicate with customers and write engine performance repair orders.

9. Estimate time and cost for engine performance job and order parts.

10. Obtain appropriate repair information on engine performance from shop manuals.

11. Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area).

12. Identify the basic function and operation of engine performance components.

13. VIII A 1, Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle

- 11 -identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1

14. VIII A 3, Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as engine management system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. P-1

15. VIII A 4. Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers (VIN, vehicle certification labels, and calibration decals). P-1

16. VIII A 5. Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant and other leaks; determine necessary action. P-2

17. VIII A 7 Diagnose abnormal exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine necessary action. P-2

18. VIII A 8, Perform engine absolute (vacuum/boost) manifold pressure tests; determine necessary action. P-1

19. VIII A 15, Verify engine operating temperature; determine necessary action. P-1

20. VIII A 16 Perform cooling system pressure tests; check coolant condition, inspect and test radiator, pressure cap, coolant recovery tank, and hoses; perform necessary action. P-1

21. VIII A 17. Verify correct camshaft timing. P-2

22. VIII B 1 Retrieve and record stored OBD I diagnostic trouble codes; Clear codes P-3

23. VIII B 1 Retrieve and record stored OBD II diagnostic trouble codes; Clear codes when applicable P-1

- 12 -24. VIII C 7, Check and adjust (where

applicable) ignition system timing and timing; advance/retard (where applicable) P-3

25. VIII D 2, Check fuel for contaminants and quality; determine necessary action. P-3

26. VIII D 4, Replace fuel filters. P-127. VIII E 1, 2 Inspect test and service

positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather cap, valve, tubes and hoses; perform necessary action. P-2

28. VIII F 4, Inspect and test mechanical/electrical fans, fan clutch, fan shroud/ducting, air dams, and fan control devices; perform necessary action. P-1

29. VIII F 5 Perform common fastener and thread repairs to include; remove broken bolt, restore internal and external threads, repair internal threads with thread insert. P-1

VIII F 6. Perform oil and filter change. P-1

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GTC Signatures: ______________________________ BCPS Signatures: ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

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GTC Course Name: ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS BCS Course Name: Electrical/ Electronic Systems and DesignGTC Course Number: AUT 122 BCS Course Number: 47.57600 Requires Prerequisite 47.571

GTC OBJECTIVES BCS OBJECTIVES EVALUATION PROCEDURES

General Electrical System Diagnosis Use wiring diagrams during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems.  Check electrical circuits with a test light; determine necessary action. Check voltage and voltage drop in electrical/electronic circuits using a digital multimeter (DMM); determine necessary action.. Check current flow in electrical/electronic circuits and components using an ammeter; determine necessary action. Check continuity and resistances in electrical/electronic circuits and components with an ohmmeter; determine necessary action. Check electrical circuits using jumper wires; determine necessary action. Locate shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits; determine necessary action.

Electrical and Electronics NATEF Task Area VI

Identify the safe use of chemicals used in the electrical/electronic systems.

Identify the safe use of hand tools used in the electrical systems.

Identify the safe use of power tools used in the electrical systems.

Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working in electrical systems.

Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment used in electrical systems.

Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working in electrical systems.

Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working in electrical systems.

Communicate with customers and write electrical systems repair orders.

Estimate time and cost for electrical systems job and order parts.

Student must complete 1 full credit

Student must have a minimum grade of 85 for course #47.576

Student must enroll at Gwinnett Technical College within 24 months upon graduation from high school.

Student must pass NATEF end of course exam for Electrical and Electronics A-6.

- 14 - Measure and diagnose the cause(s) of abnormal key-off battery drain; determine necessary action. Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses; determine necessary action. Inspect and test switches, connectors, relays, and wires of electrical/electronic circuits; perform necessary action. Repair wiring harnesses and connectors. Perform solder repair of electrical wiring.Lighting System Diagnosis and Repair Diagnose the cause of brighter than normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine necessary action. Inspect, replace, and aim headlights and bulbs. Inspect and diagnose incorrect turn signal or hazard light operation; perform necessary action Gauges, Warning Devices, and Driver Information Systems Diagnosis and Repair Inspect and test gauges and gauge sending units for cause of intermittent,

Obtain appropriate electrical system repair information from shop manuals.

Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area)

Identify the basic function and operation of the electrical/electronics systems components.

VI A 2. Identify and interpret electrical/electronic system concern; determine necessary action.

VI A 5, Diagnose electrical/electronic integrity for series, parallel and series-parallel circuits using principles of electricityVI A 9, Measure source voltage and perform voltage drop tests in electrical/electronic circuits using a voltmeter; determine necessary action. (Ohm’s Law). VI A 10, Measure current flow in electrical/electronic circuits and components using an ammeter; determine necessary action.

VI A 11, Check continuity and measure resistance in electrical/electronic circuits and components using an ohmmeter; determine necessary action.

VI A 12, Check electrical circuits using fused jumper wires; determine necessary action.

VI A 13 Locate shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits; determine necessary action.

VI A 14. Measure and diagnose the cause(s) of

- 15 -high, low, or no gauge readings; determine necessary action. Inspect and test connectors, wires, and printed circuit boards of gauge circuits; determine necessary action. Diagnose the cause of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine necessary action. Inspect and test sensors, connectors, and wires of electronic instrument circuits; determine necessary action.Horn and Wiper/Washer Diagnosis and Repair  Diagnose incorrect horn operation; perform necessary action. Diagnose incorrect wiper operation; diagnose wiper speed control and park problems; perform necessary action. Diagnose incorrect windshield washer operation; perform necessary action. Accessories Diagnosis and Repair Diagnose incorrect operation of motor-driven accessory circuits; determine necessary action. Diagnose incorrect heated glass operation; determine necessary action.

excessive key-off battery drain (parasitic draw); determine necessary action.

VI A 16. Inspect and test switches, connectors, relays, solid state devices, and wires of electrical/electronic circuits; perform necessary action.

VI A 17, Remove and replace terminal end from connector.

VI A 18, Repair connectors and terminal ends.

VI A 19, Repair wiring harness (including CANBUS systems).

VI B 9, Identify electronic modules, security systems and /or radios that require reinitialization or code entry following battery disconnect.

VI C 1, Perform starter current draw tests; determine necessary action.

VI C 2, Perform starter circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.

VI C 3, Inspect and test starter relays and solenoids; determine necessary action.

VI C 4, Remove and install starter in a vehicle.

VI C 5. Inspect and test switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits; perform necessary action.

VI C 6. Differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a slow-crank or no-crank condition.

- 16 - Diagnose incorrect heated glass operation; determine necessary action. Diagnose incorrect operation of cruise control systems; repair as needed. Diagnose supplemental restraint system (SRS) concerns; determine necessary action. (Note: Follow manufacturer’s safety procedures to prevent accidental deployment.) Diagnose radio static and weak, intermittent, or no radio reception; determine necessary action.

VI D 1. Perform charging system output test; determine necessary action.

VI D 2. Diagnose charging system for the cause of undercharge, no-charge, and overcharge conditions.

VI. D 3, Inspect, adjust, or replace generator (alternator) drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners; check pulley and belt alignment.

VI D 4, Remove, inspect, and install generator (alternator).

VI D 5, Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.

VI E 1, Dianose the cause of brighter than normal intermittent, dim or no light operation; determine necessary action.

VI E 2, Inspect, replace, and aim headlights and bulbs.

VI E 3, Inspect and diagnose incorrect turn signal or hazard light operation; perform necessary action.

VI F 1, Inspect and test gauges and gauge sending units for cause of intermittent, high, low, or no gauge readings; determine necessary action.

VI F 2, Inspect and test connectors, wires, and printed circuit boards of gauge circuits; determine necessary action.

VI F 3, Diagnose the cause of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine necessary action.

- 17 -VI F 4, Inspect and test sensors, connectors, and wires of electronic instrument circuits; determine necessary action.

VI G 1. Diagnose incorrect horn operation; perform necessary action.

VI G 2, Diagnose incorrect wiper operation; diagnose wiper speed control and park problems; perform necessary action.

VI G 3, Diagnose incorrect windshield washer operation; perform necessary action.

VI H 1 Diagnose incorrect operation of motor-driven accessory circuits; determine necessary action.

VI H 3, Diagnose incorrect electric lock operation; determine necessary action.

VI H 8. Remove and reinstall door panel.

Revised 12/31/2007 Sonny Reeves sreeves.hutchingscc@bibb.k12.ga.usAvailable online @ http://www.autoteacher.net

GTC Signatures: ______________________________ BCS Signatures: ______________________________

______________________________ ______________________________

______________________________ ______________________________

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GTC Course Name/Number: Toyota AST 130 (Brakes), Toyota AST 132 (Steering and Suspension) AUT 130, Brakes, AUT 132 Steering and SuspensionChrysler ASC 103 (Chrysler Brake Systems, Suspension and Steering)

BCS Course Name: Transportation Logistical Support Chassis System and Design (Brake & Steering)

BCS Course Number: 47.577 Requires Prerequisite 47.571

GTC OBJECTIVES BCS OBJECTIVES EVALUATION PROCEDURES

Disable and enable supplemental restraint system (SRS) in accordance with manufacturer’s procedures.  Remove and replace steering wheel; center/time supplemental restraint system (SRS) coil in accordance with manufacturer’s procedures.  Diagnose steering column noises, looseness, and binding concerns (including tilt mechanisms); determine necessary action. Diagnose power steering gear (non-rack and pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, and fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action. Diagnose power steering gear (rack and pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, and fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action. 

Suspension and Steering NATEF Task Area IV

Identify the safe use of chemicals used in the suspension and steering system.

Identify the safe use of hand tools used in the suspension and steering system.

Identify the safe use of power tools used in the suspension and steering system.

Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working in the suspension and steering system.

Student must complete 1 full credit

Student must maintain a minimum average of 85% for both semesters.

Student must enroll at Gwinnett Technical College within 24 months upon graduation from high school.

Student must pass NATEF end of course exam for Steering and Suspension A-4 and Brakes A-6

Steering Systems Diagnosis and Repair

- 19 -Inspect steering shaft universal-joint(s), flexible coupling(s), collapsible column, lock cylinder mechanism, and steering wheel; perform necessary action. Adjust manual or power non-rack and pinion worm bearing preload and sector lash. Remove and replace manual or power rack and pinion steering gear; inspect mounting bushings and brackets. Disassemble, inspect, perform necessary action and reassemble rack and pinion steering gear. Adjust manual or power rack and pinion steering gear. Inspect and replace manual or power rack and pinion steering gear inner tie rod ends (sockets) and bellows boots.Inspect power steering fluid levels and condition. Flush, fill, and bleed power steering system. Diagnose power steering fluid leakage; determine necessary action. Remove, inspect, replace, and adjust power steering pump belt. Remove, inspect, and replace power steering pump, mounts, seals, and gaskets. Remove, inspect, and replace power steering pump pulley; check alignment.

Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations for working in the suspension and steering system.

Communicate with customers and write suspension and steering system repair orders.

Estimate time and cost for suspension and steering system job and order parts.

Obtain appropriate suspension and steering system repair information from shop manuals.

Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area).

Identify basic function and operation of the suspension and steering system components

IV A 1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction.

IV A. 2 Identify and interpret suspension and steering concern; determine necessary action.

IV B 1, Disable and enable supplemental restraint system (SRS).

IV B 3Diagnose steering column noises, looseness, and binding concerns (including tilt mechanisms); determine necessary action.

IV B 4, Diagnose power steering gear (non-rack

- 20 - Inspect and replace power steering hoses and fittings. Inspect and replace pitman arm, relay (centerlink/intermediate) rod, idler arm and mountings, and steering linkage damper. Inspect, replace, and adjust tie rod ends (sockets), tie rod sleeves, and clamps. Diagnose and adjust components of electronically controlled steering systems; determine necessary action.

 Suspension Systems Diagnosis and RepairDiagnose short and long arm suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action. Diagnose MacPherson strut suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action.  Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower control arms, bushings, shafts, and rebound bumpers. Remove, inspect, install, and adjust strut (compression/tension) rods and bushings. Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower ball joints on short and long arm suspension systems. Remove, inspect, install, and adjust strut (compression/tension) rods and bushings.

and pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, noise, and fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action.

IV B 5, Diagnose power steering gear (rack and pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, noise, and fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action.

IV B 6, Inspect steering shaft universal-joint(s), flexible coupling(s), collapsible column, lock cylinder mechanism, and steering wheel; perform necessary action.

IV B 8. Remove and replace manual or power rack and pinion steering gear; inspect mounting bushings and brackets.

IV B 9. Inspect and replace manual or power rack and pinion steering gear inner tie rod ends (sockets) and bellows boots.

IV B 11 Flush, fill and bleed power steering system.

IV B 12. Diagnose power steering fluid leakage; determine necessary action.

IVB 14, Remove and reinstall power steering pump.

IV B 15, Remove, inspect, and replace power steering pump pulley; check alignment.

IV B 16, Inspect and replace power steering

- 21 - Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower ball joints on short and long arm suspension systems. Remove, inspect, and install steering knuckle assemblies. Remove, inspect, and install short and long arm suspension system coil springs and spring insulators. Remove, inspect, install, and adjust suspension system torsion bars; inspect mounts. Remove, inspect, and install stabilizer bar bushings, brackets, and links. Remove, inspect, and install MacPherson strut cartridge or assembly, strut coil spring, insulators (silencers), and upper strut bearing mount. Lubricate suspension and steering systems. Remove, inspect, and install coil springs and spring insulators. Remove, inspect, and install transverse links, control arms, bushings, and mounts. Remove, inspect, and install leaf springs, leaf spring insulators (silencers), shackles, brackets, bushings, and mounts. Remove, inspect, and install MacPherson strut cartridge or assembly, strut coil spring, and

hoses and fittings.

IV B 17. Inspect and replace pitman arm, relay (centerlink/intermediate) rod, idler arm and mountings, and steering linkage damper.

IV B 18. Inspect, replace, and adjust tie rod ends (sockets), tie rod sleeves, and clamps.

IVB 19. Test and diagnose components of electronically controlled steering systems using a scan tool; determine necessary action.

IV C 1, 1, Diagnose short and long arm suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action.

IV C 1, 2, Diagnose strut suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action.

IV C 1, 3. Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower control arms, bushings, shafts, and rebound bumpers.

IV C 1, 4. Remove, inspect and install strut rods (compression/tension) and bushings.

IV C 1, 5. Remove, inspect, and install upper and/or lower ball joints.

IV C 1, 6. Remove, inspect, and install steering knuckle assemblies.

IV C 1, 7. Remove, inspect, and install short

- 22 -insulators (silencers). Inspect, remove, and replace shock absorbers. Remove, inspect, and service or replace front and rear wheel bearings. Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair or replace components of electronically controlled suspension systems.

Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and RepairDiagnose vehicle wander, drift, pull, hard steering, bump steer, memory steer, torque steer, and steering return concerns; determine necessary action. Perform prealignment inspection; perform necessary action. Measure vehicle riding height; determine necessary action. Check and adjust front and rear wheel camber; perform necessary action. Check and adjust caster; perform necessary action. Check and adjust front wheel toe; adjust as needed. Center steering wheel. Check toe-out-on-turns (turning radius); determine necessary action.

and long arm suspension system coil springs and spring insulators.

IV C 1, 8. Remove, inspect, install, and adjust suspension system torsion bars; inspect mounts.

IV C 1, 9. Remove, inspect, and install stabilizer bar bushings, brackets, and links.

IV C 1, 10, Remove inspect, and install strut cartridge or assembly, strut coil spring, insulators (silencers), and upper strut bearing mount.

IV C 2, 1. Remove, inspect, and install coil springs and spring insulators.

IV C 2, 2 Remove, inspect, and install transverse links, control arms, bushings, and mounts.

IV C 2, 3. Remove, inspect, and install leaf springs, leaf spring insulators (silencers), shackles, brackets, bushings, and mounts.

IV C 2, 4. Remove, inspect, and install strut cartridge or assembly, strut coil spring, and insulators (silencers).

IV C 3, 1, Inspect, remove, and replace shock absorbers.

IV C, 3, 2, Remove, inspect, and service or replace front and rear wheel bearings.  

IV C, 3, 3, Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair or

- 23 - Check SAI (steering axis inclination) and included angle; determine necessary action. Check and adjust rear wheel toe. Check rear wheel thrust angle; determine necessary action. Check for front wheel setback; determine necessary action. Check front cradle (subframe) alignment; determine necessary action.

 Wheel and Tire Diagnosis and Repair

Diagnose tire wear patterns; determine necessary action. Inspect tires; check and adjust air pressure. Diagnose wheel/tire vibration, shimmy, and noise; determine necessary action. Rotate tires according to manufacturer’s recommendations. Measure wheel, tire, axle, and hub runout; determine necessary action. Diagnose tire pull (lead) problem; determine necessary action. Balance wheel and tire assembly (static and dynamic). 

replace components of electronically controlled suspension systems.

IV D 1, Diagnose vehicle wander, drift, pull, hard steering, bump steer, memory steer, torque steer, and steering return concerns; determine necessary action.

IV D 2, Perform pre alignment inspection; perform necessary action.

IV D 3, Measure vehicle riding height; determine necessary action.

IV D 4, Check and adjust front and rear wheel camber; perform necessary action.

IV D 5, Check and adjust caster; perform necessary action. P-1

IV D 6, Check and adjust front wheel toe; center steering wheel.

IV D 7, Check toe-out-on-turns (turning radius); determine necessary action.

IV D 8, Check SAI (steering axis inclination) and included angle; determine necessary action.

IV D 9, Check and adjust rear wheel toe.

IV D 10, Check rear wheel thrust angle; determine necessary action.

IV D 11, Check for front wheel setback;

- 24 -Dismount, inspect, repair, and remount tire on wheel.

 Brakes A-5Hydraulic System Diagnosis and Repair Measure and adjust pedal height. Check master cylinder for internal and external leaks and proper operation; determine necessary action. Remove, bench bleed, and reinstall master cylinder. Diagnose poor stopping, pulling or dragging concerns caused by problems in the hydraulic system; determine necessary action. Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, bulging or wear; tighten loose fittings and supports; determine necessary action. Fabricate and install brake lines (double flare and ISO types); replace hoses, fittings, and supports as needed. Select, handle, store, and install brake fluids to proper level. Inspect, test, and replace metering (hold-off), proportioning (balance), pressure differential, and combination valves. 

determine necessary action.

IV D 12, Check front cradle (sub frame) alignment; determine necessary action

 

IV E, 1 Diagnose tire wear patterns; determine necessary action.

IV E, 3, Diagnose wheel/tire vibration, shimmy and noise; determine necessary action.

IV E 5. Measure wheel, tire, axle, and

hub runout; determine necessary action.

IV E 6, Diagnose tire pull (lead) problem; determine necessary action.

IV E 7. Balance wheel and tire assembly (static and dynamic).

IV E 8. Dismount, inspect, repair, and remount tire on wheel.

IV E 9. Dismount inspect and remount tire on wheel equipped with tire pressure sensor.

IV E, 13, Inspect, diagnose and calibrate tire pressure monitoring system.

Brakes NATEF task area V

Identify the safe use of chemicals used with

- 25 -Inspect, test, replace, and adjust height (load) sensing proportioning valve. Inspect, test, and replace components of brake warning light system. Bleed (manual, pressure, vacuum or surge) brake system. Flush hydraulic system.

Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair

Diagnose poor stopping, noise, pulling, grabbing, dragging or pedal pulsation concerns; determine necessary action. Remove, clean (using proper safety procedures), inspect, and measure brake drums; service or replace as needed. Mount brake drum on lathe; machine braking surface. Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/self-adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble. Remove, inspect, and install wheel cylinders. Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake before installing brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings.

brakes.

Identify the safe use of hand tools used with brakes.

Identify the safe use of power tools used with brakes.

Identify the safe use of protective clothing and equipment for working with brakes.

Identify the safe use of fire protection equipment for working with brakes.

Identify the safe use of shop equipment for working with brakes.

Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and occupational Safety and HealthAct (OSHA) regulations for working with brakes.

Communicate with customers and write brake repair orders.

Estimate time and cost for brake job and order parts.

Obtain appropriate brake repair information from shop manuals.

Practice clean and orderly work habits (vehicle, tools, and work area).

VA 2, Identify and interpret brake system concern; determine necessary action.

- 26 - Install wheel, torque lug nuts, and make final checks and adjustments.

Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair Diagnose poor stopping, noise, pulling, grabbing, dragging or pedal pulsation concerns; determine necessary action. Remove caliper assembly from mountings; clean and inspect for leaks and damage to caliper housing; determine necessary action. Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides for wear and damage; determine necessary action. Remove, clean, and inspect pads and retaining hardware; determine necessary action. Disassemble and clean caliper assembly; inspect parts for wear, rust, scoring, and damage; replace seal, boot, and damaged or worn parts. Reassemble, lubricate, and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads, and inspect for leaks. Reassemble, lubricate, and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads, and inspect for leaks. Refinish rotor according to manufacturer’s recommendations. Adjust calipers with integrated parking brake

V B 3, Check master cylinder for internal and external leaks and proper operation; determine necessary action.

V B 4, Remove, bench bleed, and reinstall master cylinder.

VB 5, Diagnose poor stopping, pulling or dragging concerns caused by problems in the hydraulic system; determine necessary action.

VB 6, Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, bulging or wear; tighten loose fittings and supports; determine necessary action.

VB 7, Fabricate and install brake lines (double flare and ISO types); replace hoses, fittings, and supports as needed.

VB 9, Inspect, test, and replace metering (hold-off), proportioning (balance), pressure differential, and combination valves.

VB 10, Inspect, test, replace, and adjust height (load) sensing proportioning valve.

V B 11. Inspect, test, and/or replace components of brake warning light system.

V B 12. Bleed (manual, pressure, vacuum or surge) brake system.

V B 13. Flush hydraulic system.

V C, 1, Diagnose poor stopping, noise, pulling,

- 27 -system. Install wheel, torque lug nuts, and make final checks and adjustments. Remove and replace rotor.

Power Assist Units Diagnosis and RepairTest pedal free travel with and without engine running; check power assist operation. Check vacuum supply (manifold or auxiliary pump) to vacuum-type power booster. Inspect the vacuum-type power booster unit for vacuum leaks; inspect the check valve for proper operation; determine necessary action. Inspect and test hydro-boost system and accumulator for leaks and proper operation; determine necessary action.

Miscellaneous (Wheel Bearings, Parking Brakes, Electrical, Etc.) Diagnosis and RepairDiagnose wheel bearing noises, wheel shimmy, and vibration concerns; determine necessary action.  Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings and replace seals; install hub and adjust wheel bearings.  Check parking brake cables and components for wear, rusting, binding, and corrosion; clean, lubricate, and replace as needed. 

grabbing, dragging or pedal pulsation concerns; determine necessary action.

V C 3, Refinish brake drum

V C 4, Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/self-adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble.

V C 5, Remove, inspect, and install wheel cylinders.

V C 6 Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake before installing brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings.

V C 7 Install wheel, torque lug nuts, and make final checks and adjustments.

V D 1, Diagnose poor stopping, noise, pulling, grabbing, dragging or pedal pulsation concerns; determine necessary action.

V D 2, Remove caliper assembly from mountings; clean and inspect for leaks and damage to caliper housing; determine necessary action.

V D 3 Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides for wear and damage; determine necessary action.

 V D 4 Remove, clean, and inspect pads and

- 28 -Check parking brake operation; adjust as needed. Check operation of parking brake indicator light system. Check operation of brake stop light system; adjust and service as needed. Replace wheel bearing and race.

retaining hardware; determine necessary action.

V D 5, Disassemble and clean caliper assembly; inspect parts for wear, rust, scoring, and damage; replace seal, boot, and damaged or worn parts.

V D 6, Reassemble, lubricate, and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads, and inspect for leaks.

V D 9, Refinish rotor on vehicle

V D 10, Refinish rotor off vehicle.

V D 11, Adjust calipers with integrated parking brake system.

V D 12, Install wheel, torque lug nuts, and make final checks and adjustments.

V E 1 Test pedal free travel with and without engine running; check power assist operation.

V E 2, Check vacuum supply (manifold or auxiliary pump) to vacuum-type power booster.

V E 3, Inspect the vacuum-type power booster unit for vacuum leaks; inspect the check

valve for proper operation; determine necessary action.

V E 4, Inspect and test hydro-boost system and accumulator for leaks and proper operation;

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V E 5, Measure and adjust master cylinder pushrod length.

V F 1, Diagnose wheel bearing noises, wheel shimmy, and vibration concerns; determine necessary action

V F 3, Check parking brake cables and components for wear, rusting, binding, and corrosion; clean, lubricate, and replace as needed.

V F 9, Remove and reinstall sealed wheel bearing assembly.

V G 1 Identify and inspect antilock brake system (ABS) components; determine necessary action.

V G 2, Diagnose poor stopping, wheel lock-up, abnormal pedal feel or pulsation, and noise concerns caused by the antilock brake system (ABS); determine necessary action.

V G 3, Diagnose antilock brake system (ABS) electronic control(s) and components using self-diagnosis and/or recommended test equipment; determine necessary action.

V G 4, Depressurized high-pressure components of the antilock brake system (ABS).

- 30 -V G 5, Bleed the antilock brake system’s (ABS) front and rear hydraulic circuits

V G 6, Remove and install antilock brake system (ABS) electrical/electronic and hydraulic components.

V G 7, Test, diagnose and service ABS speed sensors, toothed ring (tone wheel), and circuits using a graphing multimeter (GMM)/digital storage oscilloscope (DSO) (includes output signal, resistance, shorts to voltage/ground, and frequency data).

V G 8, Diagnose antilock brake system (ABS) braking concerns caused by vehicle modifications (tire size, curb height, final drive ratio, etc.).

V G 9, Identify traction control system components.

2005 NATEF StandardsRevised 12/31/2007 Sonny Reeves sreeves.hutchingscc@bibb.k12.ga.us

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