AURLTD003 - Reset steering system alignment adjustments to customer specifications
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AURLTD003 Reset steering system alignment adjustments to customer specifications
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: July 2024
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to reset the steering system alignment according to customer specifications. It involves assessing any modifications made to a steering system against safety and Australian Design Rule (ADR) compliance, checking the vehicle, performing any necessary adjustments, and then testing the vehicle.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering systems are those of four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or motorsport vehicles.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
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Evidence Required
List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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. Prepare to reset steering system alignment
1.1 Purpose for resetting steering system alignment is established from workplace instructions and confirmed with customer
1.2 Practicality of customer specifications are assessed and discussed with customer
1.3 Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to ADRs and safety compliance
2. Carry out alignment pre-checks
2.1 Vehicle is tested according to workplace procedures and safety requirements to ensure its condition is appropriate to safely reset steering system alignment
2.2 Vehicle wheel alignment pre-check specifications are sourced and interpreted
2.3 Wheel alignment equipment and tools are checked according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
3. Adjust alignment to achieve required specifications
3.1 Vehicle wheel alignment specifications are sourced and interpreted
3.2 Wheel alignment measuring equipment is connected to vehicle according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.3 Wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.4 Adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.5 Post-adjustment wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.6 Vehicle is tested to confirm accuracy of adjustments according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
4.3 Wheel aligner maintenance is completed and tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
4.4 Alignment adjustment data is entered into customer's vehicle records and workplace documentation is processed 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:
reset the steering system alignment of two different vehicles, in which the work must involve measuring, recording and adjusting the following angles on all four wheels of each vehicle:
camber
caster
steering axis inclination (SAI)
toe (toe-in and toe-out)
toe-out on turns.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to resetting steering system alignment, including procedures for using air jacks
application, purpose and function of steering angles, including:
Ackermann principle of steering
camber
caster
SAI
thrust angle
toe-in and toe-out
toe-out on turns
included angle
point of intersection
scrub radius
reasons for making non-standard alignment settings on driving and ride characteristics, including:
assessing steering system alignment adjustments against safety and Australian Design Rule (ADR) compliance
road testing
analysing tyre wear
determining wheel run-out
determining vehicle height
checking frame alignment
types and operation of wheel alignment systems, including:
laser aligners
visual aligners
camera aligners
wheel alignment checking procedures, including:
checking caster
checking camber
checking toe-in
checking toe-out on turns
wheel alignment adjustment procedures, including:
adjusting caster
adjusting camber
adjusting toe-in
adjusting toe-out on turns.
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 steering 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 steering system alignment specifications
Australian Design Rules
two different vehicles requiring steering system adjustments to the angles specified in the performance evidence
wheel alignment equipment
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for adjusting steering system alignment.
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. Prepare to reset steering system alignment
1.1 Purpose for resetting steering system alignment is established from workplace instructions and confirmed with customer
1.2 Practicality of customer specifications are assessed and discussed with customer
1.3 Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to ADRs and safety compliance
2. Carry out alignment pre-checks
2.1 Vehicle is tested according to workplace procedures and safety requirements to ensure its condition is appropriate to safely reset steering system alignment
2.2 Vehicle wheel alignment pre-check specifications are sourced and interpreted
2.3 Wheel alignment equipment and tools are checked according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
3. Adjust alignment to achieve required specifications
3.1 Vehicle wheel alignment specifications are sourced and interpreted
3.2 Wheel alignment measuring equipment is connected to vehicle according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3.3 Wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.4 Adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.5 Post-adjustment wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
3.6 Vehicle is tested to confirm accuracy of adjustments according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
4.3 Wheel aligner maintenance is completed and tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
4.4 Alignment adjustment data is entered into customer's vehicle records and workplace documentation is processed 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 using air jacks.
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:
reset the steering system alignment of two different vehicles, in which the work must involve measuring, recording and adjusting the following angles on all four wheels of each vehicle:
camber
caster
steering axis inclination (SAI)
toe (toe-in and toe-out)
toe-out on turns.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to resetting steering system alignment, including procedures for using air jacks
application, purpose and function of steering angles, including:
Ackermann principle of steering
camber
caster
SAI
thrust angle
toe-in and toe-out
toe-out on turns
included angle
point of intersection
scrub radius
reasons for making non-standard alignment settings on driving and ride characteristics, including:
assessing steering system alignment adjustments against safety and Australian Design Rule (ADR) compliance
road testing
analysing tyre wear
determining wheel run-out
determining vehicle height
checking frame alignment
types and operation of wheel alignment systems, including:
laser aligners
visual aligners
camera aligners
wheel alignment checking procedures, including:
checking caster
checking camber
checking toe-in
checking toe-out on turns
wheel alignment adjustment procedures, including:
adjusting caster
adjusting camber
adjusting toe-in
adjusting toe-out on turns.
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 steering 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 steering system alignment specifications
Australian Design Rules
two different vehicles requiring steering system adjustments to the angles specified in the performance evidence
wheel alignment equipment
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for adjusting steering system alignment.
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Purpose for resetting steering system alignment is established from workplace instructions and confirmed with customer
Practicality of customer specifications are assessed and discussed with customer
Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to ADRs and safety compliance
Vehicle is tested according to workplace procedures and safety requirements to ensure its condition is appropriate to safely reset steering system alignment
Vehicle wheel alignment pre-check specifications are sourced and interpreted
Wheel alignment equipment and tools are checked according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
Vehicle wheel alignment specifications are sourced and interpreted
Wheel alignment measuring equipment is connected to vehicle according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-adjustment wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Vehicle is tested to confirm accuracy of adjustments according to workplace procedures
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
Wheel aligner maintenance is completed and tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Alignment adjustment data is entered into customer's vehicle records and workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
Purpose for resetting steering system alignment is established from workplace instructions and confirmed with customer
Practicality of customer specifications are assessed and discussed with customer
Proposed modifications are assessed in relation to ADRs and safety compliance
Vehicle is tested according to workplace procedures and safety requirements to ensure its condition is appropriate to safely reset steering system alignment
Vehicle wheel alignment pre-check specifications are sourced and interpreted
Wheel alignment equipment and tools are checked according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
Vehicle wheel alignment specifications are sourced and interpreted
Wheel alignment measuring equipment is connected to vehicle according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Post-adjustment wheel alignment measurements are performed and recorded according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
Vehicle is tested to confirm accuracy of adjustments according to workplace procedures
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
Wheel aligner maintenance is completed and tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Alignment adjustment data is entered into customer's vehicle records and workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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