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Task G-21 Diagnoses electrical systems
Task descriptor
Electrical systems communicate with all electrical controls and commands that are part of motorcycle operations. Motorcycle technicians are required to have advanced Knowledge of electrical systems to efficiently diagnose a variety of electrical problems.
G-21.01 Diagnoses battery and charging system
G-21.01 Diagnoses battery and charging system
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| G-21.01.01P |
inspect for faults related to battery and charging system |
battery and charging systems are inspected for faults by performing sensory inspections and using diagnostic tools |
| G-21.01.02P |
perform measurements using diagnostic tools |
measurements are performed using diagnostic tools according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-21.01.03P |
determine causes of failure of battery and charging system |
causes of failure of battery and charging system are determined according to interpretation of diagnostic results |
| G-21.01.04P |
determine servicing procedures |
servicing procedures are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- faults include: dim lights, high or low battery voltage, corrosion, melted connectors, burnt windings, battery plate sulphating
- sensory inspections include: listening for abnormal noises, smelling for abnormal odours, observing lights
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, hydrometer, battery analyser, diagnostic software
- measurements include: resistance/voltage drop, load testing, voltage output
- causes of failure include: loose terminals, plate distortion, shorted or open wires, improper installation
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of battery and charging systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of batteries, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of charging systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify charging system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe charging system operation |
| describe safe handling and disposal of batteries |
| G-21.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose battery and charging systems |
identify diagnostic tools used to diagnose battery and charging systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to inspect battery and charging systems |
| describe procedures to diagnose battery and charging systems |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for battery and charging systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- types of batteries include: absorbed glass mat (AGM), lead acid, gel cell, lithium ion
- types of charging systems include: alternator, generator
- charging system components include: rotor, stator, regulator/rectifier, battery cables
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, hydrometer, battery analyser, diagnostic software
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
G-21.02 Diagnoses electrical ancillary and accessory components
G-21.02 Diagnoses electrical ancillary and accessory components
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| G-21.02.01P |
inspect for faults |
electrical ancillary and accessory components are inspected for faults by performing sensory inspections and using diagnostic tools |
| G-21.02.02P |
determine causes of failure |
causes of failure of ancillary and accessory components are determined according to interpretation of diagnostic results |
| G-21.02.03P |
determine servicing procedure |
servicing procedures are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- faults include: failure or intermittent functioning, corrosion, short or open circuit, damaged wiring and connectors
- ancillary components include: lights, horns, signal systems
- accessory components include: audio system, cruise control, security systems, heated hand grips, heated and inflatable seats, powered windshields, Global Positioning System (GPS)
- sensory inspections include: listening for abnormal noises, smelling for burnt odours, observing for loose or broken accessories, observing lights for brightness
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, diagnostic software
- causes of failure include: corrosion, broken wires, defective controls, improper installation
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ancillary and accessory components, and their characteristics, applications and operation |
identify ancillary components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify accessory components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operation of ancillary and accessory components |
| G-21.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose ancillary and accessory components |
identify diagnostic tools used to diagnose ancillary and accessory components, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to inspect ancillary and accessory components |
| describe procedures to diagnose ancillary and accessory components |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for ancillary and accessory components |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- ancillary components include: lights, horns, signal systems
- accessory components include: audio system, cruise control, security systems, heated hand grips, heated and inflatable seats, powered windshields, Global Positioning System (GPS)
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, diagnostic software
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
G-21.03 Diagnoses wiring harness systems
G-21.03 Diagnoses wiring harness systems
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-21.03.01P |
inspect for faults |
wiring harness systems are inspected for faults by performing sensory inspections and using diagnostic tools |
| G-21.03.02P |
determine causes of failure |
causes of failure of wiring harness systems are determined according to interpretation of diagnostic results |
| G-21.03.03P |
determine servicing procedure |
servicing procedures are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- faults include: pinched, cut, broken, corroded, melted and rubbed through wires, loose connectors, short circuits, open circuits
- sensory inspections include: smelling for burnt odours, observing for burnt wires, observing for loose or broken connections
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, diagnostic software
- causes of failure include: broken wires, loose connectors, incorrect routing, accident damage
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of wiring harness systems and their components, characteristics and applications |
identify wiring harness systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify components of wiring harness systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-21.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose wiring harness systems |
identify diagnostic tools used to diagnose wiring harness systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to inspect wiring harness systems |
| describe procedures to diagnose wiring harness systems |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for wiring harness systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- components include: wires, diodes, resistors, terminals, connectors, insulators
- procedures to diagnose include: checking voltage drop, current draw, open and shorted circuits
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
G-21.04 Diagnoses ignition system
G-21.04 Diagnoses ignition system
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-21.04.01P |
inspect for faults |
ignition system is inspected for faults by performing sensory inspections and using diagnostic tools |
| G-21.04.02P |
perform checks and measurements |
checks and measurements are performed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-21.04.03P |
determine causes of failure |
causes of failure of ignition system are determined according to interpretation of diagnostic results |
| G-21.04.04P |
determine servicing procedure |
servicing procedures are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- faults include: loss of spark, intermittent spark, failure to advance
- sensory inspections include: listening for arcing, checking for spark
- diagnostic tools include: peak voltage meters, multimeters, spark checker, diagnostic software, timing light
- checks and measurements include: coil resistance, source coil, pulse coil output voltage
- causes of failure include: open and shorted circuits, corrosion, defective components
- servicing procedures include: adjust, repair or replace components
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ignition systems and their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of ignition systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify ignition system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe ignition system operation |
| G-21.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose ignition systems |
identify diagnostic tools used to diagnose ignition systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to inspect ignition systems |
| describe procedures to diagnose ignition systems |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for ignition systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- ignition system components include: source, pulse and ignition coils, capacitor discharge ignition (CDI) units, transistor control ignition (TCI) units, ECU, spark plugs
- types of ignition systems include: digital, CDI, alternating current (AC), direct current (DC), TCI
- diagnostic tools include: peak voltage meters, multimeters, spark checker, diagnostic software, timing light
- servicing procedures include: adjust, repair or replace components
G-21.05 Diagnoses electric starting system
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| G-21.05.01P |
inspect for faults |
starting system is inspected for faults by performing sensory inspections and using diagnostic tools |
| G-21.05.02P |
perform checks and measurements |
checks and measurements are performed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-21.05.03P |
determine causes of failure |
causes of failure of electric starting system are determined according to interpretation of diagnostic results |
| G-21.05.04P |
determine servicing procedure |
servicing procedures are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- faults include: slow or excessive starter motor revolution, excessive current draw, no function
- sensory inspections include: listening for abnormal sounds, smelling for abnormal odours, observing for loose connections
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, test light
- checks and measurements include: wire resistance, cold cranking amperage, voltage drop
- causes of failure include: open circuits, short circuits, corrosion, excessive draw, pinion misalignment, contamination due to leaking seals
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of electric starting systems and their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify electric starting system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe electric starting system operation |
| G-21.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose electric starting systems and components |
identify diagnostic tools used to diagnose electric starting systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to inspect electric starting systems |
| describe procedures to diagnose electric starting systems |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for electric starting systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- electric starting system components include: armature, solenoids, brushes, bearings, starter gears, sprag clutch, decompressors, battery cables, fasteners
- diagnostic tools include: multimeter, test light
- servicing procedures include: repair or replace components
Task G-22 Services electrical systems
Task descriptor
Electrical systems communicate all electrical controls and commands that are part of motorcycle operations. Motorcycle technicians require advanced Knowledge of electrical systems to efficiently service and repair a variety of electrical problems.
G-22.01 Services battery and charging system
G-22.01 Services battery and charging system
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| G-22.01.01P |
replace battery and charging system components |
battery and charging system components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications and customer preference |
| G-22.01.02P |
clean posts, top up electrolyte |
posts are cleaned and electrolyte topped-up according to battery type |
| G-22.01.03P |
charge batteries |
batteries are charged according to battery type and manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.01.04P |
recondition components |
components are reconditioned by following procedures according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.01.05P |
reassemble charging system components |
charging system components are reassembled according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- charging system components include: rotor, stator, regulator/rectifier, battery, cables
- procedures (reconditioning) include: dressing armatures, lubricating bushings, cleaning brushes
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of battery and charging systems and their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify types of batteries, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of charging systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify charging system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe charging system operation |
| describe methods for safe handling and disposal of batteries |
| G-22.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to service battery and charging systems |
identify tools and equipment used to service battery and charging systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for battery and charging systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- charging system components include: rotor, stator, regulator/rectifier, battery, cables
- types of batteries include: AGM, lead acid, gel cell, lithium ion
- types of charging systems include: alternator, generator
- servicing procedures include: repair, recondition and replace components, charge batteries
G-22.02 Services electrical ancillary and accessory components
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-22.02.01P |
remove and replace electrical ancillary and accessory components |
electrical ancillary and accessory components are removed and replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.02.02P |
recondition electrical ancillary and accessory components |
electrical ancillary and accessory components are reconditioned by cleaning, sealing, insulating according to workplace practices and procedures |
| G-22.02.03P |
adjust electrical ancillary and accessory components |
electrical ancillary and accessory components are adjusted according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.02.04P |
set up and configure electrical ancillary and accessory components |
electrical ancillary and accessory components are set up and configured according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- ancillary components include: lights, horns, signal systems
- accessory components include: audio system, cruise control, security systems, heated hand grips, heated and inflatable seats, powered windshields, GPS
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ancillary and accessory components, and their characteristics, applications and operation |
identify ancillary components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify accessory components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operation of ancillary and accessory components |
| G-22.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to service ancillary and accessory components |
identify tools and equipment used to service ancillary and accessory components, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for ancillary and accessory components |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- ancillary components include: lights, horns, signal systems
- accessory components include: audio system, cruise control, security systems, heated hand grips, heated and inflatable seats, powered windshields, GPS
- tools and equipment include: multimeter, scan tool, hand tools
- servicing procedures include: recondition, adjust, configure, replace components
G-22.03 Services wiring harness systems
G-22.03 Services wiring harness systems
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-22.03.01P |
repair wiring harness systems |
wiring harness is repaired by soldering, crimping, splicing and insulating according to workplace practices and procedures |
| G-22.03.02P |
replace wiring harness system components |
wiring harness system components are replaced according to workplace practices and procedures, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.03.03P |
resolve causes of failure |
causes of failure are resolved by rerouting, sealing and insulating harness according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- wiring harness system components include: wires, diodes, resistors, terminals, connectors, insulators, fuses
- causes of failure include: broken wires, loose connectors, incorrect routing, accident damage
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of wiring harness systems and their components, characteristics and applications |
identify wiring harness systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify wiring harness system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-22.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to service wiring harness systems |
identify tools and equipment used to service wiring harness systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for wiring harness systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- wiring harness system components include: wires, diodes, resistors, terminals, connectors, insulators, fuses
- servicing procedures include: repair, replace, seal, crimp, insulate, solder
G-22.04 Services ignition system
G-22.04 Services ignition system
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-22.04.01P |
replace ignition system components |
ignition system components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.04.02P |
perform adjustments |
adjustments are performed according to manufacturers’ specifications and while monitoring results from scan tool |
| G-22.04.03P |
correct causes of failure |
causes of failure are corrected according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.04.04P |
verify repair |
repair is verified by monitoring results from scan tool |
Range of variables
- ignition system components include: source, pulse and ignition coils, CDI units, TCI units, ECU, spark plugs
- adjustments include: spark plugs gap, pulse coil air gap, throttle position sensor (TPS)
- causes of failure include: open or shorted circuits, corrosion, defective components
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ignition systems and their components, characteristics and applications |
identify types of ignition systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify ignition system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-22.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to service ignition systems |
identify tools and equipment used to service ignition systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for ignition systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- ignition system components include: source, pulse and ignition coils, CDI units, TCI units, ECU, spark plugs
- types of ignition systems include: digital, CDI, AC, DC, TCI
- tools and equipment include: multimeter, scan tool
- servicing procedures include: adjust, repair or replace components
G-22.05 Services electric starting system
G-22.05 Services electric starting system
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Evidence of Attainment |
| G-22.05.01P |
remove and replace electric starting system components |
electric starting system components are removed and replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-22.05.02P |
recondition components |
components are reconditioned by following procedures |
| G-22.05.03P |
perform measurements |
measurements are performed using a multimeter according to workplace practices and procedures |
| G-22.05.04P |
resolve causes of failure |
causes of failure is resolved according to manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- electric starting system components include: armature, solenoids, brushes, bearings, starter gears, sprag clutch, decompressors, battery cables, fasteners
- procedures (reconditioning) include: dressing armature, lubricating bushings, cleaning and replacing brushes
- measurements include: current draw, resistance
- causes of failure include: excessive draw, pinion misalignment, contamination due to leaking seals
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of electric starting systems and their components, characteristics, applications and operation |
identify electric starting system components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe electric starting system operation |
| G-22.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to service electric starting systems |
identify tools and equipment used to service electric starting systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe manufacturers’ servicing procedures for electric starting systems |
| describe workplace practices and procedures |
Range of variables
- electric starting system components include: armature, solenoids, brushes, bearings, starter gears, sprag clutch, decompressors, battery cables, fasteners
- tools and equipment include: multimeter, hand tools
- servicing procedures include: repair, recondition and replace components