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Task D-12 Diagnoses driveline systems
Task Descriptor
Driveline systems provide a means of transmitting rotational torque from the engines/motors to the drive wheels in complex and innovative methods. This includes CV axles, drive shafts, transmissions and transaxles, transfer cases, clutches, final drive and differential assemblies.
Automotive service technicians diagnose driveline systems according to manufacturers’ service information.
D-12.01 - Diagnoses drive shafts and axles
D-12.01 - Diagnoses drive shafts and axles
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| D-12.01.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.01.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify drive shaft and axle concerns |
| D-12.01.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.01.04P |
identify type of drive shaft and axle system |
type of drive shaft and axle system is identified to determine operation |
| D-12.01.05P |
inspect vehicle’s drive shaft and axle components |
vehicle’s drive shaft and axle components are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.01.06P |
perform functional tests |
functional tests are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.01.07P |
interpret and analyze results of functional tests and inspections |
results of functional tests and inspections are interpreted, analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information, and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- drive shaft and axle concerns include: noise, vibration and harshness (NVH)
- tools and equipment include: electronic vibration analyzers, inclinometers, dial indicators, hand tools, scan tools
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- drive shaft and axle systems include: 2WD, 4WD, solid axle, independent, full-floating and semi-floating axle engagement mechanisms
- components include: drive shafts, cardan joints, bearings, CV axles, CV joints
- functional tests include: sensory inspection, runout, angle measurement
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-12.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of drive shafts and axles, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of drive shafts and their components, and describe their composition, characteristics and applications |
| identify types of axles and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of drive shafts and axles, and their components |
| describe axle disconnects, locking hubs and their purpose |
| describe importance of multiple piece drive shaft phasing, indexing and angles |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants, and describe their applications |
| D-12.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose drive shafts and axles and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose drive shafts and axles, and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to drive shafts and axles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose drive shafts and axles and their components |
Range of Variables
- types of drive shafts include: 1 piece, 2 piece
- components include: drive shafts, cardan joints, bearings, CV axles, CV joints
- composition (of drive shafts) includes: steel, aluminum, composites
- axles include: half shafts, floating, semi-floating
- procedures used to diagnose include: verify concern, perform inspections, retrieve DTCs, access service information, conduct tests and measurements, measure driveline angles, isolate fault and identify root cause
- tools and equipment include: electronic vibration analyzers, inclinometers, dial indicators, hand tools, scan tools
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points
D-12.02 - Diagnoses manual transmissions and transaxles
D-12.02 - Diagnoses manual transmissions and transaxles
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| D-12.02.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.02.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify manual transmission and transaxle concerns |
| D-12.02.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.02.04P |
identify model of manual transmission and transaxle |
model of manual transmission and transaxle is identified |
| D-12.02.05P |
check manual transmission and transaxle fluid conditions |
manual transmission and transaxle fluid conditions are checked |
| D-12.02.06P |
inspect manual transmission and transaxle components and controls |
manual transmission and transaxle components and controls are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.02.07P |
inspect and test electrical components |
electrical components are inspected and tested according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.02.08P |
inspect engine and driveline mounts |
engine and driveline mounts are inspected for wear and damage |
| D-12.02.09P |
interpret and analyze results of tests and inspections |
results of tests and inspections are interpreted, analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information, and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- manual transmission and transaxle concerns include: vibrations, noises, driveability, functionality
- tools and equipment include: chassis ears, stethoscopes, hand tools, scan tools
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- fluid conditions include: levels, leaks, contamination
- controls include: shift rods and cables, linkage, bushings, sensors, actuators, modules
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-12.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of manual transmissions and transaxles, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| explain manual transmissions and transaxles power flow |
| describe gear ratios, their purpose and calculation |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants and describe their applications |
| identify types of engine and driveline mounts, their construction and application |
| D-12.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose manual transmissions and transaxles and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose manual transmissions and transaxles and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to manual transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose manual transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- procedures used to diagnose include: verify concern, perform inspections, retrieve DTCs, access service information, conduct tests and measurements, isolate fault and identify root cause
- tools and equipment include: chassis ears, stethoscopes, hand tools, scan tools
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-12.03 - Diagnoses automatic transmissions and transaxles
D-12.03 - Diagnoses automatic transmissions and transaxles
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| D-12.03.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.03.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify automatic transmission and transaxle concerns |
| D-12.03.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.03.04P |
identify model and type of automatic transmission and transaxle |
model and type of automatic transmission and transaxle is identified |
| D-12.03.05P |
check fluid level and condition, and visually inspect automatic transmission and transaxle |
fluid level and condition are checked, and assembly is inspected for leaks or damage |
| D-12.03.06P |
inspect automatic transmission and transaxle components and controls |
automatic transmission and transaxle components and controls are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.03.07P |
perform functional tests |
functional tests are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.03.08P |
inspect and test electrical components |
electrical components are inspected and tested |
| D-12.03.09P |
inspect engine and driveline mounts |
engine and driveline mounts are inspected for wear and damage |
| D-12.03.10P |
record, interpret and analyze results of tests and inspections |
results of tests and inspections are recorded, interpreted and analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- automatic transmission and transaxle concerns include: vibrations, noises, driveability, leaks
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, pressure gauges, scan tools, reprogramming equipment, DMMs, oscilloscopes, chassis ears, stethoscopes, vibration analyzers
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- types of automatic transmissions and transaxles include: conventional planetary, continually/constantly variable transmission (CVT), dual clutch transmission (DCT)
- controls include: shifter, linkage, electronic
- functional tests include: scan tool output, hydraulic line pressure
- electrical components include: solenoids, switches, sensors, control modules, actuators
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-12.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of automatic transmissions and transaxles, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| explain hydraulic principles related to automatic transmissions and transaxles |
| explain automatic transmission and transaxle power flow |
| interpret electric and hydraulic schematics |
| describe gear ratios, their purpose and calculation |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, tubing, hoses, gaskets, seals and sealants and describe their applications |
| identify warning indicators and describe their characteristics, applications and operation |
| D-12.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose automatic transmissions and transaxles |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose automatic transmissions and transaxles and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to automatic transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose automatic transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- types of automatic transmissions and transaxles include: conventional planetary, continually/constantly variable transmission (CVT), dual clutch transmission (DCT)
- hydraulic principles include: Pascal's law, fluid dynamics
- warning indicators include: warning messages, warning lights, audible signals
- procedures used to diagnose include: verify concern, perform inspections, retrieve DTCs, access service information, conduct tests and measurements, isolate fault and identify root cause
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, pressure gauges, scan tools, reprogramming equipment, DMMs, oscilloscopes, chassis ears, stethoscopes, vibration analyzers
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-12.04 - Diagnoses clutches
D-12.04 - Diagnoses clutches
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| D-12.04.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.04.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify clutch concerns |
| D-12.04.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.04.04P |
identify type of clutch control |
type of clutch control is identified |
| D-12.04.05P |
check fluid level and condition, and inspect for leaks |
fluid level and condition are checked, and assembly is inspected for leaks |
| D-12.04.06P |
inspect clutch components |
clutch components are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.04.07P |
interpret and analyze results of tests and inspections |
results of tests and inspections are interpreted, analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- clutch concerns include: slippage, chatter, odour, driveability, pedal operation
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, air tools, power tools
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- types of clutch control include: hydraulic, electric
- clutch components include: clutch disc, pressure plate, flywheel, release bearing, primary cylinder, secondary cylinder
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| 12.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of clutches, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of clutches and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of clutches and their components |
| identify hydraulic and electric clutch actuating systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operating principles |
| identify types of fluids, fasteners, tubing, hoses and seals and describe their applications |
| describe clutch system power flow |
| identify related systems and describe their relationship to clutch systems |
| 12.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose clutches and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose clutches and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to clutches and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose clutches and their components |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- clutch components include: clutch disc, pressure plate, flywheel, release bearing, primary cylinder, secondary cylinder
- related systems include: engine, manual transmission, drive shafts and axles
- procedures used to diagnose include: verify concern, perform inspections, retrieve DTCs, access service information, conduct tests and measurements, isolate fault and identify root cause
- hazards include: airborne contaminants, pinch points, exposed rotating components, lifting and support procedures
D-12.05 - Diagnoses transfer cases
D-12.05 - Diagnoses transfer cases
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| D-12.05.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.05.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify transfer case concerns |
| D-12.05.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.05.04P |
identify model and type of transfer case |
model and type of transfer cases are identified |
| D-12.05.05P |
identify types of all-wheel drive (AWD) systems |
types of AWD systems are identified |
| D-12.05.06P |
check transfer case fluid conditions |
transfer case fluid conditions are checked |
| D-12.05.07P |
inspect transfer case, components and controls |
transfer case, components and controls are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.05.08P |
inspect AWD components and controls |
AWD components and controls are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.05.09P |
inspect and test electrical components |
electrical components are inspected and tested |
| D-12.05.10P |
perform functional tests |
functional tests are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.05.11P |
record, interpret and analyze results of tests and inspections |
results of tests and inspections are recorded, interpreted, analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information, and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- transfer case concerns include: vibrations, noises, driveability, warning lights, leaks
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, hand tools, air tools, power tools
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- type of transfer cases include: part-time, full-time, automatic, AWD, power transfer unit (PTU)
- fluid conditions include: leaks, levels, contamination
- controls include: vacuum, mechanical, shifters, linkage
- electrical components include: actuators, solenoids, sensors, switches
- functional tests include: output control, range control
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-12.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of transfer cases, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of transfer cases and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of transfer cases and their components |
| identify types of AWD systems, their components and operation |
| identify related systems and describe their relationship to transfer cases |
| identify types of controls and electrical components and describe their operation |
| describe transfer case power flow |
| describe gear ratios, their purpose and calculations |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants and describe their applications |
| D-12.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose transfer cases and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose transfer cases and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to transfer cases and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose transfer cases and their components |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- related systems include: transmissions, drivelines, mounts
- controls include: vacuum, mechanical, shifters, linkage
- electrical components include: actuators, solenoids, sensors, switches
- procedures used to diagnose include: verify concern, perform inspections, retrieve DTCs, access service information, conduct tests and measurements, isolate fault and identify root cause
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, hand tools, air tools, power tools
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-12.06 - Diagnoses final drive assemblies
D-12.06 - Diagnoses final drive assemblies
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| D-12.06.01P |
verify concern |
concern is verified to determine diagnostic strategy |
| D-12.06.02P |
perform road test |
road test is performed to identify final drive concerns |
| D-12.06.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.06.04P |
identify model and type of final drive assembly |
model and type of final drive assembly is identified |
| D-12.06.05P |
check final drive assembly fluid conditions |
final drive assembly fluid conditions are checked |
| D-12.06.06P |
inspect final drive assembly components and controls |
final drive assembly components and controls are inspected according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.06.07P |
perform functional tests |
functional tests are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-12.06.08P |
record, interpret and analyze results of tests and inspections |
results of tests and inspections are recorded, interpreted, analyzed and compared to manufacturers’ service information and required repair is determined |
Range of Variables
- final drive concerns include: vibrations, noises, driveability, leaks, electronic controls
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, scan tools, air tools, power tools, measuring tools, chassis ears, stethoscopes, vibration analyzers
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- types of final drive assemblies include: AWD, transaxle, integral, removable, locking, limited slip, torque distribution
- fluid conditions include: leaks, levels, contamination
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-12.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of final drive assemblies, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of final drive assemblies and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of final drive assemblies and their components |
| identify related systems and describe their relationship to final drive assembly |
| describe final drive assembly power flow |
| D-12.06.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose final drive assemblies and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to diagnose final drive assemblies and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to final drive assemblies and their components |
| describe procedures used to diagnose final drive assemblies and their components |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- types of final drive assemblies include: AWD, transaxle, integral, removable, locking, limited slip, torque distribution
- related systems include: transmissions, drivelines, mounts
- procedures used to diagnose include: road test, sensory inspection, bearing inspection, gear tooth patterns
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, scan tools, air tools, power tools, measuring tools, chassis ears, stethoscopes, vibration analyzers
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
Task D-13 Repairs driveline systems
Task Descriptor
Driveline systems provide a means of transmitting rotational torque from the engine/motors to the drive wheels in complex and innovative methods. This includes CV axles, drive shafts, transmissions and transaxles, transfer cases, clutches, final drive and differential assemblies.
Automotive service technician repair and maintain driveline systems according to manufacturers’ service information.
D-13.01 - Repairs drive shafts and axles
D-13.01 - Repairs drive shafts and axles
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| D-13.01.01P |
identify type of drive shaft and axle system |
type of drive shaft and axle system is identified |
| D-13.01.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.01.03P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.01.04P |
remove, replace, recondition or service drive shaft components |
drive shaft components are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.01.05P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.01.06P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- drive shafts and axle systems include: 2WD, 4WD, solid axle, independent, full-floating and semi-floating axle engagement mechanisms
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools (dial indicators, inclinometer), pullers, presses, hand tools, air tools, power tools
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- repair materials include: gaskets, seals, lubricants
- drive shaft components include: cardan joints, bearings, CV axles, CV joints
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-13.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of drive shaft and axle systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of drive shaft and axle systems, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of drive shaft and axle systems, and their components |
| identify types of axles and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe axle disconnects, locking hubs and their purpose |
| describe importance of multiple piece drive shaft phasing, indexing and driveline angles |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants and describe their applications |
| D-13.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair drive shafts and axles, and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair drive shafts and axles and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to drive shafts and axles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace drive shafts and axles, and their components |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- drive shafts and axle systems include: 2WD, 4WD, solid axle, independent, full-floating and semi-floating axle engagement mechanisms
- axles include: half shafts, floating, semi-floating
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools (dial indicators, inclinometer), pullers, presses, hand tools, air tools, power tools
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-13.02 - Repairs manual transmissions and transaxles
D-13.02 - Repairs manual transmissions and transaxles
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| D-13.02.01P |
determine model of manual transmission and transaxles |
model of manual transmission and transaxles is determined |
| D-13.02.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.02.03P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.02.04P |
remove, replace, recondition or service components and controls |
components and controls are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.02.05P |
remove and replace mounts |
mounts are removed and replaced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.02.06P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.02.07P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- repair materials include: parts, gaskets, seals, lubricants, sealants
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-13.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of manual transmissions and transaxles, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of manual transmissions and transaxles and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of manual transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| describe manual transmission and transaxle power flow |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants and describe their applications |
| D-13.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to remove and reinstall manual transmissions and transaxles |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace manual transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to replace engine and driveline mounts |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-13.03 - Repairs automatic transmissions and transaxles
D-13.03 - Repairs automatic transmissions and transaxles
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Evidence of Attainment |
| D-13.03.01P |
identify model and type of automatic transmission and transaxle |
model and type of automatic transmission and transaxle are identified according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.03.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.03.03P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.03.04P |
remove, replace, recondition or service components and controls |
components and controls are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.03.05P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.03.06P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- types of automatic transmissions and transaxles include: conventional planetary, CVT, DCT
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, reprogramming equipment, pressure gauges, measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- repair materials include: parts, gaskets, seals, lubricants, sealants
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-13.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of automatic transmissions and transaxles, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of automatic transmissions and transaxles and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of automatic transmissions and transaxles and their components |
| explain hydraulic principles related to automatic transmissions and transaxles |
| describe automatic transmission and transaxle power flow |
| interpret electric and hydraulic schematics |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, tubing, hoses, gaskets, seals and sealants, and describe their applications |
| D-13.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to remove and reinstall automatic transmissions and transaxles |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace automatic transmissions and transaxles, and their components |
| describe procedures used to replace engine and driveline mounts |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- types of automatic transmissions and transaxles include: conventional planetary, CVT, DCT
- hydraulic principles include: Pascal’s law, fluid dynamics
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, reprogramming equipment, pressure gauges, measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, lifting and support procedures
D-13.04 - Repairs clutches
D-13.04 - Repairs clutches
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Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| D-13.04.01P |
determine type of clutch |
type of clutch is determined |
| D-13.04.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.04.03P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.04.04P |
remove, replace, recondition or service components |
components are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.04.05P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.04.06P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- clutches include: single and multi‑disc systems
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools, alignment tools, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- repair materials include: parts, fluids, seals, lubricants, sealants
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-13.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of clutches, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of clutches and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of clutches and their components |
| identify types of flywheels and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation |
| identify clutch actuating systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation |
| identify types of fluids, fasteners, tubing, hoses and seals, and describe their applications |
| D-13.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair clutches and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair clutches and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to clutches and their components |
| describe procedures used to remove and reinstall clutches |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace clutches and flywheels, and their components |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- clutches include: single and multi‑disc systems
- tools and equipment include: measuring tools, alignment tools, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- hazards include: airborne contaminants, pinch points, exposed rotating components
D-13.05 - Repairs transfer cases
D-13.05 - Repairs transfer cases
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PE |
NB |
QC |
ON |
MB |
SK |
AB |
BC |
NT |
YT |
NU |
| yes |
yes |
NV |
yes |
ND |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
NV |
NV |
NV |
Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| D-13.05.01P |
identify model and type of transfer case |
model and type of transfer case is identified |
| D-13.05.02P |
identify type of AWD system |
type of AWD system is identified |
| D-13.05.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.05.04P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.05.05P |
remove, replace, recondition or service components and controls |
components and controls are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.05.06P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.05.07P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- types of transfer cases include: part-time, full-time, automatic, AWD, PTU
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, reprogramming equipment, measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- repair materials include: gaskets, fluids, seals, lubricants, sealants
- controls include: vacuum, mechanical, shifters, linkage
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-13.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of transfer cases, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of transfer cases and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of transfer cases and their components |
| identify types of AWD systems, their components and operation |
| identify related systems and describe their relationship to transfer cases |
| identify types of controls and electrical components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe transfer case power flow |
| identify types of lubricants, fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants, and describe their applications |
| D-13.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair transfer cases and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair transfer cases and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to transfer cases and their components |
| describe procedures used to remove and reinstall transfer cases |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace transfer cases and their components |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- types of transfer cases include: part-time, full-time, automatic, AWD, PTU
- related systems include: transmissions, drivelines, mounts
- controls include: vacuum, mechanical, shifters, linkage
- electrical components include: actuators, solenoids, sensors, switches
- tools and equipment include: scan tools, reprogramming equipment, measuring tools, presses, pullers, hand tools, air tools, power tools, lifting and support equipment
- hazards include: pinch points, exposed rotating components, material combustibility, exposure, toxicity, lifting and support procedures
D-13.06 - Repairs final drive assemblies
D-13.06 - Repairs final drive assemblies
| NL |
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PE |
NB |
QC |
ON |
MB |
SK |
AB |
BC |
NT |
YT |
NU |
| yes |
yes |
NV |
yes |
ND |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
NV |
NV |
NV |
Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| D-13.06.01P |
identify model and type of final drive assemblies |
model and type of final drive assemblies are identified |
| D-13.06.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.06.03P |
select repair materials |
repair materials are selected according to repair requirements and manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.06.04P |
remove, replace, recondition or service components and controls |
components and controls are removed, replaced, reconditioned or serviced according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.06.05P |
perform maintenance procedures |
maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ service information |
| D-13.06.06P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by system re-test and road test |
Range of Variables
- types of final drive assemblies include: AWD, transaxle, integral, removable, locking, limited slip and torque distribution
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, air tools, power tools, scan tools, measuring tools, presses, pullers, lifting and support equipment, tooth contact pattern
- manufacturers’ service information includes: maintenance schedule, specifications, recommendations, procedures, standards, bulletins, schematics
- repair materials include: gaskets, fluids, seals, lubricants, sealants
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D13.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of final drive assemblies, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of final drive assemblies and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of final drive assemblies and their components |
| describe final drive assembly power flow |
| D13.06.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair final drive assemblies and their components |
identify tools and equipment used to repair final drive assemblies and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to final drive assemblies and their components |
| describe procedures used to repair final drive assemblies and their components |
| describe procedures used to remove and reinstall final drive assemblies |
| describe procedures used to adjust, repair and replace final drive assemblies and their components |
| describe maintenance procedures |
| describe procedures used to verify repair |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
Range of Variables
- types of final drive assemblies include: AWD, transaxle, integral, removable, locking, limited slip and torque distribution
- tools and equipment include: hand tools, air tools, power tools, scan tools, measuring tools, presses, pullers, lifting and support equipment, tooth contact pattern
- hazards include: exposed rotating parts, pinch points, material combustibility, exposure, toxicity, lifting and support procedures