Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to service vehicles after their assembly by applying lubricants and fluids and bleeding their air and hydraulic systems.
It applies to those in an automotive manufacturing environment and involves the application of skills and knowledge at a production worker level.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section |
1. Prepare for work | 1.1 Vehicle service requirements are identified from work orders 1.2 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked to ensure they are in good working order and meet job requirements |
2. Select and use lubricants and fluids | 2.1 Lubricants and fluids are selected and matched to vehicle specifications, according to lubrication and fluid data sheets 2.2 Lubricants and fluids are used on the identified parts 2.3 Reservoirs and mechanical assemblies are filled to specified levels |
3. Bleed air and hydraulic systems | 3.1 Bleeding points for air and hydraulic systems are identified from specification sheets 3.2 Air and hydraulic systems are bled according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Faults are identified and reported to appropriate personnel 4..2 Tools, equipment and work area are cleaned and maintained, and faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported according to workplace procedures 4.3 Waste and used materials are disposed of, reused or recycled according to workplace procedures and product specifications 4.4 Service checklists and workplace material lists are completed according to workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Skills | Description |
Reading skills to: | identify manufacturer specifications and service instructions identify work health and safety (WHS) requirements and workplace procedures for operating tools, equipment and machinery. |
Writing skills to: | complete faulty equipment tags and service reports complete service checklists, workplace forms and schedules. |
Oral communication skills to: | notify appropriate personnel of identified system faults. |
Numeracy skills to: | identify lubricant and fluid quantities and volume interpret service specifications and requirements. |
Range Statement
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. | |
Lubricants and fluids must include: | greases oils special fluids. |
Sectors
Technical
Competency Field
Manufacturing - Bus, Truck and Trailer