AURLTD004 - Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
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AURLTD004 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose and repair faults in the steering systems of light vehicles. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct diagnostic procedure, carrying out the diagnosis and the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering systems include those in light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or outdoor power equipment.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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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 diagnose and repair light vehicle steering system
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
1.3 Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
1.5 Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Diagnose steering system
2.1 Diagnostic tests are performed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
2.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
2.3 Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
3. Repair steering system
3.1 Repair information is sourced and interpreted
3.2 Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
3.3 Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
3.4 Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system
3.5 Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
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 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
4.4 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:
diagnose and repair a fault in a light vehicle power-assisted rack and pinion steering assembly
diagnose and repair a fault in a light vehicle power steering pump
diagnose and repair a fault in one of the following light vehicle steering components:
power steering hose
tie-rod end.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing light vehicle steering systems, including procedures for working with high pressure and high temperature steering systems
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of power steering hydraulic fluid released from steering systems
operating principles of light vehicle steering systems and associated components, including:
manual steering systems
power steering systems
application, purpose and operation of the following components of light vehicle steering systems and components, including:
steering wheels, including clock springs
steering columns
manual steering systems, including:
rack and pinion
steering boxes
hydraulic power steering systems, including:
integral piston
power assisted rack and pinion
electronically controlled power steering systems
electric steering systems, including steering angle sensors
identification, function and basic operating principles of steering angles, including:
steering angles:
toe-in and toe-out
toe-out on turns
caster
camber
Ackermann principle of steering
steering axis inclination
diagnostic testing procedures for light vehicle steering systems, including:
operational testing
hydraulic steering system testing
electronic and load sensing steering testing
analysing component wear analysis
repair procedures for light vehicle steering systems, including procedures for removing, replacing and adjusting the systems
post-repair testing procedures for light vehicle steering systems.
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 light vehicle 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 specifications
one light vehicle with faults in its power-assisted rack and pinion steering system
diagnostic equipment for light vehicle steering systems
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for diagnosing and repairing light vehicle steering systems.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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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 diagnose and repair light vehicle steering system
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
1.3 Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
1.5 Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Diagnose steering system
2.1 Diagnostic tests are performed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
2.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
2.3 Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
3. Repair steering system
3.1 Repair information is sourced and interpreted
3.2 Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
3.3 Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
3.4 Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system
3.5 Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
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 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
4.4 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 and environmental requirements must include:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for working with high pressure and high temperature steering systems
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of power steering hydraulic fluid released from steering systems.
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 and repair a fault in a light vehicle power-assisted rack and pinion steering assembly
diagnose and repair a fault in a light vehicle power steering pump
diagnose and repair a fault in one of the following light vehicle steering components:
power steering hose
tie-rod end.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to diagnosing and repairing light vehicle steering systems, including procedures for working with high pressure and high temperature steering systems
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of power steering hydraulic fluid released from steering systems
operating principles of light vehicle steering systems and associated components, including:
manual steering systems
power steering systems
application, purpose and operation of the following components of light vehicle steering systems and components, including:
steering wheels, including clock springs
steering columns
manual steering systems, including:
rack and pinion
steering boxes
hydraulic power steering systems, including:
integral piston
power assisted rack and pinion
electronically controlled power steering systems
electric steering systems, including steering angle sensors
identification, function and basic operating principles of steering angles, including:
steering angles:
toe-in and toe-out
toe-out on turns
caster
camber
Ackermann principle of steering
steering axis inclination
diagnostic testing procedures for light vehicle steering systems, including:
operational testing
hydraulic steering system testing
electronic and load sensing steering testing
analysing component wear analysis
repair procedures for light vehicle steering systems, including procedures for removing, replacing and adjusting the systems
post-repair testing procedures for light vehicle steering systems.
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 light vehicle 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 specifications
one light vehicle with faults in its power-assisted rack and pinion steering system
diagnostic equipment for light vehicle steering systems
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for diagnosing and repairing light vehicle steering systems.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
Yes
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Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Diagnostic tests are performed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
Repair information is sourced and interpreted
Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system
Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
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
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
Diagnostic tests are performed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
Repair information is sourced and interpreted
Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system
Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
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
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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