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AURJTD005
Diagnose complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems and determine the repair action necessary to restore system performance. It involves confirming the existence of a fault, choosing the diagnostic procedure and tools, applying the diagnostic procedure, reporting conclusions and making repair recommendations.

Complex faults are outside the normal scope of a technician’s diagnosis and repair work. They include intermittent faults, multi-system faults, faults introduced as a result of system repairs, and indirect faults caused by the influence of external systems, requiring the application of complex diagnostic processes to resolve.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering and suspension systems include those of motorcycles, motor scooters or all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify and confirm the work requirement

1.1 Nature and objective of diagnosis requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Existence of fault in motorcycle steering or suspension system is confirmed from direct or indirect evidence

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements

2. Prepare to perform diagnosis

2.1 Manufacturer specifications and other technical information for motorcycle steering or suspension system are accessed and interpreted

2.2 Diagnostic procedures and options are identified

2.3 Diagnostic method sequence, tests and testing processes are identified and selected from the range of available options

2.4 Testing equipment is obtained and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.5 Tools, equipment and materials required to support the diagnostic process are identified, selected and prepared for use

3. Apply diagnostic procedures

3.1 Selected diagnostic process is followed and testing is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

3.2 Diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional process according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.3 Conclusions are drawn from findings and documented according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs

3.4 Conclusions are provided to appropriate personnel or customer to confirm further action to be taken

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Motorcycle is presented ready to be repaired or returned to the customer

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

diagnose a complex fault in the:

steering system of a motorcycle

suspension system of a different motorcycle

steering or suspension system of a third different motorcycle

the above diagnosis must involve two of the following types of complex faults:

an intermittent fault

a fault that affects more than one system

a fault introduced as a result of a system repair

an indirect fault caused by the influence of external systems.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to diagnosing motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting motorcycles

working with stored energy in springs

handling steering system bearing grease

types of complex faults relating to motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

intermittent

multi-system

introduced as a result of system repair

indirect, caused by the influence of external systems

types, function and operation of motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

telescopic forks, including:

fork tubes

gaiters

stanchions

triple clamps

steering dampers

upside down forks

anti-dive fork systems

trailing link fork suspension

leading link fork suspension, including:

springer fork

Earles fork

girder fork

Saxon-Motodd (telelever) fork

duolever front suspension (Hossack or Fior)

coaxial steering front suspension

non-fork front suspension, including hub centre steering

rear suspension, including:

twin shock swingarm

monoshock swingarm

monoshock single sided swingarm

rear monolever

rear paralever

steering angles, including:

wheelbase

trail

offset

rake angle

testing procedures for motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

abnormal noise analysis

component failure analysis

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to diagnose complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems

methods and processes for documenting and reporting diagnostic findings and recommendations.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the motorcycle steering and suspension systems that they have worked on, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer motorcycle steering and suspension specifications

three different motorcycles with complex faults in their steering and suspension systems

diagnostic equipment for motorcycle steering and suspension systems

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for diagnosing complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify and confirm the work requirement

1.1 Nature and objective of diagnosis requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Existence of fault in motorcycle steering or suspension system is confirmed from direct or indirect evidence

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements

2. Prepare to perform diagnosis

2.1 Manufacturer specifications and other technical information for motorcycle steering or suspension system are accessed and interpreted

2.2 Diagnostic procedures and options are identified

2.3 Diagnostic method sequence, tests and testing processes are identified and selected from the range of available options

2.4 Testing equipment is obtained and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.5 Tools, equipment and materials required to support the diagnostic process are identified, selected and prepared for use

3. Apply diagnostic procedures

3.1 Selected diagnostic process is followed and testing is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

3.2 Diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional process according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.3 Conclusions are drawn from findings and documented according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs

3.4 Conclusions are provided to appropriate personnel or customer to confirm further action to be taken

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Motorcycle is presented ready to be repaired or returned to the customer

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting motorcycles

working with stored energy in springs

handling steering system bearing grease.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

diagnose a complex fault in the:

steering system of a motorcycle

suspension system of a different motorcycle

steering or suspension system of a third different motorcycle

the above diagnosis must involve two of the following types of complex faults:

an intermittent fault

a fault that affects more than one system

a fault introduced as a result of a system repair

an indirect fault caused by the influence of external systems.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to diagnosing motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting motorcycles

working with stored energy in springs

handling steering system bearing grease

types of complex faults relating to motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

intermittent

multi-system

introduced as a result of system repair

indirect, caused by the influence of external systems

types, function and operation of motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

telescopic forks, including:

fork tubes

gaiters

stanchions

triple clamps

steering dampers

upside down forks

anti-dive fork systems

trailing link fork suspension

leading link fork suspension, including:

springer fork

Earles fork

girder fork

Saxon-Motodd (telelever) fork

duolever front suspension (Hossack or Fior)

coaxial steering front suspension

non-fork front suspension, including hub centre steering

rear suspension, including:

twin shock swingarm

monoshock swingarm

monoshock single sided swingarm

rear monolever

rear paralever

steering angles, including:

wheelbase

trail

offset

rake angle

testing procedures for motorcycle steering and suspension systems, including:

abnormal noise analysis

component failure analysis

types, functions, operation and limitations of diagnostic testing equipment required to diagnose complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems

methods and processes for documenting and reporting diagnostic findings and recommendations.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the motorcycle steering and suspension systems that they have worked on, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer motorcycle steering and suspension specifications

three different motorcycles with complex faults in their steering and suspension systems

diagnostic equipment for motorcycle steering and suspension systems

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for diagnosing complex faults in motorcycle steering and suspension systems.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Nature and objective of diagnosis requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Existence of fault in motorcycle steering or suspension system is confirmed from direct or indirect evidence 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Manufacturer specifications and other technical information for motorcycle steering or suspension system are accessed and interpreted 
Diagnostic procedures and options are identified 
Diagnostic method sequence, tests and testing processes are identified and selected from the range of available options 
Testing equipment is obtained and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tools, equipment and materials required to support the diagnostic process are identified, selected and prepared for use 
Selected diagnostic process is followed and testing is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional process according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Conclusions are drawn from findings and documented according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs 
Conclusions are provided to appropriate personnel or customer to confirm further action to be taken 
Motorcycle is presented ready to be repaired or returned to the customer 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 
Nature and objective of diagnosis requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Existence of fault in motorcycle steering or suspension system is confirmed from direct or indirect evidence 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Manufacturer specifications and other technical information for motorcycle steering or suspension system are accessed and interpreted 
Diagnostic procedures and options are identified 
Diagnostic method sequence, tests and testing processes are identified and selected from the range of available options 
Testing equipment is obtained and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Tools, equipment and materials required to support the diagnostic process are identified, selected and prepared for use 
Selected diagnostic process is followed and testing is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Diagnostic findings are verified, as required, by using reliable alternative or optional process according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Conclusions are drawn from findings and documented according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs 
Conclusions are provided to appropriate personnel or customer to confirm further action to be taken 
Motorcycle is presented ready to be repaired or returned to the customer 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 

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