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Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems

Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AURHTD103
State Code
OCJ71
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension systems. The unit involves preparing for the task, sourcing a diagnostic testing strategy, diagnosing the cause of the fault, carrying out the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems include those in heavy commercial vehicles. This unit does not apply to agricultural machinery or mobile plant machinery.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to diagnose and repair heavy vehicle suspension system
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Identify required information for diagnosis activity
  • 1.3 Analyse diagnostic options and source testing strategy to identify cause of fault using workplace and manufacturer procedures
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and environmental issues associated with diagnose and repair activity, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Identify tools and equipment required for testing strategy and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures
2. Diagnose heavy vehicle suspension system
  • 2.1 Implement diagnostic tests set out in testing strategy according to manufacturer and workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Identify cause of fault through analysis of diagnostic test results
  • 2.3 Confirm and report cause of fault according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Develop and report recommendations for necessary repairs according to workplace procedures
3. Repair heavy vehicle suspension system
  • 3.1 Identify required information for repair activity
  • 3.2 Identify tools, equipment and materials required for repair activity and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Carry out repairs according to workplace and manufacturer procedures, manufacturer specifications, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.4 Carry out post-repair testing according to workplace procedures, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXD40 AURHTD003 Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems Unit of competency