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K–12 Standards

Automotive Service I (2016): Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

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Understand Engine Service1.00

  • I-A-3.

    Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant, and other leaks; determine necessary action.I-A-3

  • I-C-2.

    Inspect, replace, and adjust drive belts, tensioners, and pulleys; check pulley and belt alignmentI-C-2

  • I-C-4.

    Inspect and test coolant; drain and recover coolant; flush and refill cooling system with recommended coolant; bleed air as required.I-C-4

  • ASE-A-11.

    Inspect and replace accessory belt driven water pumps.ASE-A-11

  • ASE-A-3.

    Check for abnormal engine noises.ASE-A-3

Understand Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service2.00

  • II-B-4.

    Drain and replace fluid and filter(s).II-B-4

Understand Manual Drive Train & Axle Service3.00

  • III-A-2.

    Drain and refill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit.III-A-2

  • III-E-1.

    Clean and inspect differential housing; check for leaks; inspect housing vent.III-E-1

  • III-E-3.

    Drain and refill differential housing.III-E-3

Understand Suspension & Steering Service4.00

  • IV-B-1.

    Inspect rack and pinion steering gear inner tie rod ends (sockets) and bellows boots.IV-B-1

  • IV-B-3.

    Flush, fill, and bleed power steering system.IV-B-3

  • IV-B-4.

    Inspect for power steering fluid leakage; determine necessary action.IV-B-4

  • IV-B-5.

    Remove, inspect, replace, and adjust power steering pump drive belt.IV-B-5

  • IV-B-7.

    Inspect pitman arm, relay (centerlink/intermediate) rod, idler arm and mountings, and steering linkage damper.IV-B-7

  • IV-B-8.

    Inspect tie rod ends (sockets), tie rod sleeves, and clamps.IV-B-8

  • IV-B-9.

    Inspect upper and lower control arms, bushings, and shafts.IV-B-9

  • IV-B-10.

    Inspect and replace rebound and jounce bumpers.IV-B-10

  • IV-B-11.

    Inspect track bar, strut rods/radius arms, and related mounts and bushings.IV-B-11

  • IV-B-12.

    Inspect upper and lower ball joints (with or without wear indicators).IV-B-12

  • IV-B-13.

    Inspect suspension system coil springs and spring insulators (silencers).IV-B-13

  • IV-B-14.

    Inspect suspension system torsion bars and mounts.IV-B-14

  • IV-B-15.

    Inspect and replace front stabilizer bar (sway bar) bushings, brackets, and links.IV-B-15

  • IV-B-16.

    Inspect strut cartridge or assembly.IV-B-16

  • IV-B-17.

    Inspect front strut bearing and mount.IV-B-17

  • IV-B-18.

    Inspect rear suspension system lateral links/arms (track bars), control (trailing) arms.IV-B-18

  • IV-B-19.

    Inspect rear suspension system leaf spring(s), spring insulators (silencers), shackles, brackets, bushings, center pins/bolts, and mounts.IV-B-19

  • ASE-D-51.

    Diagnose wheel/tire vibration, shimmy, and noise concerns; determine needed repairs.ASE-D-51

  • ASE-D-4.

    Identify power steering pump noises, vibration, and fluid leakage.ASE-D-4

Understand Brake Service5.00

  • V-B-3.

    Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, bulging, wear, loose fittings and supports; determine necessary action.V-B-3

  • V-B-5.

    Identify components of brake warning light system.V-B-5

  • V-B-7.

    Test brake fluid for contamination.V-B-7

  • V-D-10.

    Check brake pad wear indicator; determine necessary action.V-D-10

  • V-F-3.

    Check parking brake operation and parking brake indicator light system operation; determine necessary action.V-F-3

Understand Electrical/Electronic System Service6.00

  • VI-A-2.

    Demonstrate knowledge of electrical/electronic series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits using principles of electricity (Ohm's Law).VI-A-2

  • VI-A-3.

    Use wiring diagrams to trace electrical/electronic circuits.VI-A-3

  • VI-A-9.

    Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses; determine necessary action.VI-A-9

  • VI-B-1.

    Perform battery state-of-charge test; determine necessary action.VI-B-1

  • VI-B-2.

    Confirm proper battery capacity for vehicle application; perform battery capacity test; determine necessary action.VI-B-2

  • VI-B-5.

    Perform slow/fast battery charge according to manufacturer's recommendations.VI-B-5

  • VI-B-9.

    Identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary (12v) battery service, repair, and test procedures.VI-B-9

  • VI-D-1.

    Perform charging system output test; determine necessary action.VI-D-1

  • VI-D-2.

    Inspect, adjust, or replace generator (alternator) drive belts; check pulleys and tensioners for wear; check pulley and belt alignment.VI-D-2

  • VI-D-3.

    Remove, inspect, and re-install generator (alternator).VI-D-3

  • VI-E-2.

    Aim headlights.VI-E-2

Understand Heating & Air Conditioning Service7.00

  • VII-B-1.

    Inspect and replace A/C compressor drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners; determine necessary action.VII-B-1

  • VII-B-3.

    Inspect A/C condenser for airflow restrictions; determine necessary action.VII-B-3

  • VII-D-1.

    Inspect A/C-heater ducts, doors, hoses, cabin filters, and outlets; perform necessary action.VII-D-1

  • ASE-A-12.

    Confirm fan operation (both electrical and mechanical); inspect fan clutch, fan shroud, and air dams.ASE-A-12

Understand Engine Performance Service8.00

  • VIII-A-6.

    Verify engine operating temperature.VIII-A-6

  • VIII-C-1.

    Replace fuel filter(s).VIII-C-1

  • VIII-D-1.

    Inspect, test, and service positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather cap, valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses; perform necessary action.VIII-D-1

  • ASE-A-14.

    Perform air induction/throttle body service.ASE-A-14

  • ASE-A-3.

    Check for abnormal engine noises.ASE-A-3

Preparing Vehicle for Customer9.00

  • ST-D-1.

    Ensure vehicle is prepared to return to customer per school/company policy. (floor mats, steering wheel cover, etc.)ST-D-1

Personal Standards10.00

  • ST-E-1.

    Reports to work daily on time; able to take directions and motivated to accomplish the task at hand.ST-E-1

  • ST-E-2.

    Dresses appropriately and uses language and manners suitable for the workplace.ST-E-2

  • ST-E-3.

    Maintains appropriate personal hygiene.ST-E-3

  • ST-E-4.

    Meets and maintains employment eligibility criteria, such as drug/alcohol-free status, clean driving record, etc.ST-E-4

  • ST-E-5.

    Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and reliability.ST-E-5

Work Habits/Ethic11.00

  • ST-F-1.

    Complies with workplace policies/laws.ST-F-1

  • ST-F-2.

    Contributes to the success of the team, assists others and requests help when needed.ST-F-2

  • ST-F-3.

    Works well with all customers and coworkers.ST-F-3

  • ST-F-4.

    Negotiates solutions to interpersonal and workplace conflicts.ST-F-4

  • ST-F-5.

    Contributes ideas and initiative.ST-F-5

  • ST-F-6.

    Follows directionsST-F-6

  • ST-F-7.

    Communicates (written and verbal) effectively with customers and coworkers.ST-F-7

  • ST-F-8.

    Reads and interprets workplace documents; writes clearly and concisely.ST-F-8

  • ST-F-9.

    Analyzes and resolves problems that arise in completing assigned tasks.ST-F-9

  • ST-F-10.

    Organizes and implements a productive plan of work.ST-F-10

  • ST-F-11.

    Uses scientific, technical, engineering and mathematics principles and reasoning to accomplish assigned tasks.ST-F-11

  • ST-F-12.

    Identifies and address the needs of all customers, providing helpful, courteous and knowledgeable service and advice as needed.ST-F-12

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Automotive Service I

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