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Remove and replace engine cylinder heads

Remove and replace engine cylinder heads

Unit of competency
National Code
AURTTE009
State Code
WI944
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/01/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/06/2015
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
26/06/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to remove and replace an engine cylinder head. It requires the learner to plan and prepare the task; remove and dismantle the cylinder head, inspect the components, and reassemble and replace the cylinder head; check the engine operation; and maintain the work area, tools and equipment.It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry.The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to remove and replace an engine cylinder head
  • 1.1 Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted
  • 1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and engine assembly to be worked on is identified
  • 1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for engine cylinder head removal and replacement are sourced and interpreted
  • 1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor
  • 1.5 Tools and equipment required for removing and replacing an engine cylinder head are identified according to manufacturer specifications
2. Remove engine cylinder head
  • 2.1 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked according to manufacturer procedures
  • 2.2 Engine cylinder head is removed according to safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
  • 2.3 Removal procedures are recorded
3. Clean, dismantle and inspect engine cylinder head
  • 3.1 Cleaning methods and materials are selected and checked according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Engine cylinder head is cleaned according to safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.3 Engine cylinder head is dismantled without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
  • 3.4 Engine cylinder head and components are cleaned and arranged for identification
  • 3.5 Engine cylinder head and components are measured and results compared against manufacturer specifications
  • 3.6 Engine cylinder head and components inspection results are recorded
4. Reassemble and replace engine cylinder head
  • 4.1 Engine cylinder head and components are prepared for assembly according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements
  • 4.2 Engine cylinder head is assembled according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
  • 4.3 Engine cylinder head is replaced onto engine assembly according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment
  • 4.4 Engine is tested for correct assembly and operation
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and engine is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored in a condition ready for use according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary
  • 5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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