1. Plan and prepare for engine removal and replacement
   • Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted
   • Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle to be worked on is identified
   • Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for engine removal and replacement are sourced and interpreted
   • Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor
   • Tools and equipment required for engine removal and replacement are identified according to manufacturer specifications
2. Remove engine assembly and inspect engine and associated components
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and workplace safety procedures
   • Vehicle is prepared for engine removal according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • Engine and associated components are identified and inspected according to manufacturer specifications
   • Engine is removed according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
   • Engine and associated component inspection results are recorded
3. Replace engine assembly
   • Engine and associated components are prepared for assembly
   • Engine is replaced according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
   • Engine fluid levels are checked and topped up with the appropriate lubricant and coolant according to manufacturer specifications and procedures
   • Engine and vehicle is tested for correct operation
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and engine or vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored in a condition ready for use according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary
   • 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.