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Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions

Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM27014
State Code
OAT24
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
72
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assess converter/transmission operation, and repair or replace faulty components.Testing and assessment of performance would typically require operation of the plant or equipment. A licence may be required and users should check with the relevant authorities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 8
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Assess converter/ transmission operation
  • 2.1 Apply principles of torque converter, simple and compound planetary gearing, and hydraulic control operating principles to assess converter/transmission operation
  • 2.2 Obtain and interpret relevant information prior to any testing
  • 2.3 Undertake preliminary checks safely to prescribed procedures
  • 2.4 Isolate faults to component level and determine appropriate corrective action
  • 2.5 Assess component parts and determine the need for repair or replacement
  • 2.6 Use test equipment in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.7 Assess component parts for reuse or replacement
3 Repair/replace faulty components
  • 3.1 Determine component wear and clearances using appropriate test equipment and manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.2 Select replacement components using manufacturers' data
  • 3.3 Remove and refit components to converter/transmission assembly using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
  • 3.4 Make adjustments using appropriate tooling/equipment and manufacturers' data
  • 3.5 Verify converter/transmission assembly is free of excessive noise and operates to specification after repair work is carried out
  • 3.6 Record all test and rectification activities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5588 MEM18043C Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions Unit of competency