Motorcycle Mechanic Trade Skills

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Occupational Skills

Uses tools and equipment.

Uses hand tools.

knowledge of types of hand tools
knowledge of hand tool operating procedures
ability to select hand tools
ability to organize hand tools
ability to maintain hand tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective hand tools
ability to store hand tools

Uses power tools.

knowledge of types of power tools
knowledge of power tool operating procedures
ability to select power tools
ability to organize power tools
ability to maintain power tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective power tools
ability to store power tools

Uses pneumatic tools.

knowledge of types of pneumatic tools
knowledge of pneumatic tool operating procedures
ability to select pneumatic tools
ability to organize pneumatic tools
ability to maintain pneumatic tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective pneumatic tools
ability to store pneumatic tools

Uses cutting and heating tools and equipment.

knowledge of types of cutting and heating tools and equipment such as gas and electric
knowledge of materials to be cut or heated
knowledge of cutting and heating consumable materials such as propane, oxygen and acetylene
knowledge of cutting and heating tools and equipment operating procedures
knowledge of ventilation requirements
ability to select cutting and heating tools and equipment
ability to perform cutting and heating procedures
ability to maintain cutting and heating tools and equipment
ability to recognize flammable materials
ability to identify unsafe cutting and heating equipment
ability to store cutting and heating equipment

Uses measuring tools.

knowledge of types of measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, telescopic gauges and feeler gauges
knowledge of operating procedures
knowledge of types of measurements such as volume, diameter, linear and pressure
ability to select measuring tools
ability to calibrate measuring tools
ability to interpret readings
ability to organize measuring tools
ability to maintain measuring tools
ability to perform calculations
ability to convert between imperial and metric
ability to store measuring tools

Uses shop equipment.

knowledge of types of shop equipment such as lifts, presses, pedestal grinders and drill presses
knowledge of operating procedures
ability to select shop equipment
ability to organize shop equipment
ability to recognize safe lifting locations or points
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective shop equipment
ability to maintain shop equipment
ability to store shop equipment

Uses diagnostic and testing tools.

knowledge of types of diagnostic and testing tools such as multimeters, compression gauges, vacuum gauges and computers
knowledge of operating procedures
ability to select diagnostic and testing tools
ability to calibrate diagnostic and testing tools
ability to interpret readings
ability to perform calculations
ability to convert between imperial and metric
ability to maintain diagnostic and testing tools
ability to store diagnostic and testing tools

Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.

knowledge of types of PPE such as masks, glasses, coveralls and hearing protection
knowledge of types of safety equipment such as fire extinguisher, eye wash station and workplace mats
knowledge of PPE and safety equipment operations
knowledge of location of PPE and safety equipment
knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations
ability to select PPE and safety equipment
ability to inspect and maintain PPE and safety equipment
ability to store PPE and safety equipment

Organizes work.

Communicates with others.

knowledge of trade terminology
knowledge of verbal and written communication
ability to explain technical information in layperson’s terms
ability to acquire information through questioning
ability to use communication equipment
ability to communicate with customers
ability to communicate with manufacturers and suppliers
ability to communicate with supervisors
ability to consult with colleagues
ability to communicate with other tradespeople such as welders, machinists and motor vehicle body repairers
ability to consult with authorities such as insurance appraisers and safety inspectors

Uses documentation and reference tools.

knowledge of types of documentation such as service manuals, parts manuals, service bulletins and work orders
knowledge of formats of documentation and reference tools such as print, Internet, microfiche and CD-ROM
knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) documentation and symbols
ability to interpret and extract specific information
ability to draw technical sketches such as the routing of hoses, wires and cables
ability to complete work-related records such as work orders and service reports

Maintains safe work environment.

knowledge of WHMIS
knowledge of workers’ rights and responsibilities
knowledge of company safety policies and procedures
knowledge of safety training requirements
knowledge of jurisdictional health and safety acts and regulations
knowledge of emergency procedures
knowledge of on-site first aid stations
knowledge of disposal and recycling procedures
ability to apply WHMIS procedures
ability to interpret safety and environmental regulations
ability to recognize and prevent personal injury hazards

Performs routine work practices.

Uses trade-related consumables.

knowledge of trade-related consumables such as glues, paint, fasteners, sandpaper, electrical supplies and bonding agents
knowledge of WHMIS
ability to select trade-related consumables
ability to store trade-related consumables
ability to dispose of trade-related consumables
ability to apply WHMIS procedures

Performs periodic maintenance.

knowledge of manufacturers’ maintenance schedules and procedures
ability to check settings such as tire pressure, brake freeplay, fastener torques and suspension preload
ability to change fluids and components such as oil, filters, sparkplugs, tires and brakes
ability to adjust and lubricate components such as chains, belts, cables and levers
ability to test ride motorcycle

Performs storage procedures.

knowledge of manufacturers’ recommended storage procedures
knowledge of duration of storage
ability to add fuel stabilizer
ability to drain fuel system
ability to unhook and remove battery
ability to apply protective coatings such as cylinder fogging, metal protectant and paint protectant
ability to bring motorcycle back into service after storage

Assembles new motorcycle.

knowledge of manufacturers’ uncrating and assembly procedures
knowledge of all motorcycle components
ability to check for shipping damage
ability to uncrate motorcycle
ability to verify serial numbers and model type
ability to determine extent of assembly required
ability to install and adjust required components
ability to remove protective coatings

Conducts pre-delivery inspection (PDI).

knowledge of manufacturers’ recommended procedures
ability to identify quality control problems and service bulletins
ability to perform duties on factory PDI checklist such as filling and checking fluids, servicing batteries and checking fastener torque settings
ability to test ride motorcycle

Conducts safety inspection.

knowledge of jurisdictional safety inspection requirements
knowledge of company safety inspection requirements
knowledge of licensing requirements to perform safety inspection
ability to perform duties on safety inspection checklist such as checking component integrity and function
ability to test ride motorcycle

Chassis And Suspension

Task 4 Diagnoses chassis.

Diagnoses frame.

knowledge of types of frames and structures such as cradle, backbone, stamped and perimeter frames
knowledge of frame materials such as aluminum and steel
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component condition
ability to perform checks and measurements such as visual checks, alignment checks and pressure tests
ability to determine causes of failure such as impact and stress

Diagnoses steering head.

knowledge of types of steering heads such as telelever, triple clamp and springer type
knowledge of steering head system components such as bearings, seals and races
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as notched bearings
ability to check adjustment and measure preload
ability to determine causes of failure such as stress, water damage and shock load

Diagnoses steering dampers.

knowledge of types of steering dampers such as rotary, friction and hydraulic
knowledge of steering damper components such as discs, seals, fluids and valves
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as seal leakage, excessive play and binding
ability to perform checks and measurements such as bore diameter, clearances, thickness and tension
ability to determine the causes of failure such as leakage and physical damage

Diagnoses handle bars and controls.

knowledge of types of handle bars such as beams, tubular and clip-on
knowledge of control system components such as clutch lever, brake lever, switchgear, twist grip and thumb lever
knowledge of materials such as aluminum, plastic and rubber
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as broken cables, and bent/broken handlebars and levers
ability to perform checks and measurements for misalignment, excessive play and binding
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses foot rest and controls.

knowledge of types of control systems such as foot rests, shifter and brake pedal
knowledge of system components such as bushings, linkages and springs
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to perform checks and measurements for excessive play, misalignment, wear and tear, and seizure
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses ancillary and accessory components.

knowledge of ancillary components such as centre/side stands, battery box and engine guards
knowledge of accessory components such as saddlebags, back rests and side cars
knowledge of system materials such as aluminum, plastic and steel
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions for rust, seizure and misalignment
ability to perform checks and measurements such as side car alignment and attachment
ability to determine the causes of failure

Services chassis and components.

Services frame.

knowledge of types of frames and structures such as cradle, backbone, stamped and perimeter frames
knowledge of frame materials such as aluminum and steel
knowledge of steering geometry
ability to remove and replace bearings, races, bushings and seals
ability to grease bearings, races, bushings and seals
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services steering head.

knowledge of types of steering heads such as telelever, triple clamp and springer type
knowledge of steering head system components such as bearings, seals and races
knowledge of materials such as brass, steel and aluminum
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace bearing, races and seals
ability to grease bearings, races, bushings and seals
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services steering dampers.

knowledge of types of steering dampers such as rotary, friction and hydraulic
knowledge of steering damper components such as discs, seals, fluids and valves
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to rebuild steering dampers
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services handle bars and controls.

knowledge of types of handle bars such as beams, tubular and clip-on
knowledge of control system components such as clutch lever, brake lever, switchgear, twist grip and thumb lever
knowledge of materials such as aluminum, plastic and rubber
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as levers, cables, grips and clamps
ability to perform reconditioning such as lubricating cables and pivots, repairing threads and bonding grips
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services foot rests and controls.

knowledge of types of control systems such as foot rests, shifter and brake pedal
knowledge of system components such as bushings, linkages and springs
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as pivots, threads and pins
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services ancillary and accessory components.

knowledge of ancillary components such as centre/side stands, battery box and engine guards
knowledge of accessory components such as saddlebags, back rests and side cars
knowledge of system materials such as aluminum, plastic and steel
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as threads, bushings, rubber mounts and latchings
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Diagnoses suspension.

Diagnoses front suspension components.

knowledge of front suspension systems such as springer, telelever, telescopic (conventional and cartridge) and leading link types
knowledge of front suspension system components such as air fittings, bushings, seals, springs and valves
knowledge of materials such as copper, brass and plastic
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as bent, seized, leaking and binding
ability to perform checks and measurements such as fluid levels, spring sag, excessive play and steering geometry (rake, trail, offset)
ability to determine the causes of failure

Diagnoses rear suspension components.

knowledge of types of rear suspension systems such as single shock, twin shock, air shock, gas charged and hydraulic
knowledge of rear suspension system components such as linkages, seals, bladders and springs
knowledge of materials such as copper, brass, bronze, steel and plastic
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as bent, seized, leaking and binding
ability to perform checks and measurements such as excessive play, fluid levels and pressure
ability to determine the causes of failure

Diagnoses swing arm.

knowledge of types of systems such as single sided, double sided and paralever
knowledge of system components such as shock mounts, linkages and bearings
knowledge of materials such as bronze, brass, steel and plastic
knowledge of swing arm geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions for seizure, leaking and misalignment
ability to perform checks and measurements such as preload, clearance and pressure
ability to determine the causes of failure

Services suspension system.

Services front suspension components.

knowledge of front suspension systems such as springer, telelever, telescopic (conventional and cartridge) and leading link types
knowledge of front suspension system components such as air fittings, bushings, seals, springs and valves
knowledge of materials such as copper, brass and plastic
knowledge of steering geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as wheel, fender, seals and bushings
ability to recondition components
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services rear suspension components.

knowledge of types of rear suspension systems such as single shock, twin shock, air shock, gas charged and hydraulic
knowledge of rear suspension system components such as linkages, seals, bladders and springs
knowledge of materials such as copper, brass, bronze, steel and plastic
knowledge of swing arm geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as bushings, shafts and bladders
ability to recharge shocks
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services swing arm.

knowledge of types of systems such as single sided, double sided and paralever
knowledge of system components such as shock mounts, linkages and bearings
knowledge of materials such as bronze, brass, steel and plastic
knowledge of swing arm geometry
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as mounts, spacers and bushings
ability to recondition components such as threads, linkages and fittings

Wheels And Tires

Inspects wheels and tires.

Inspects tires.

knowledge of types of tires such as bias ply, bias belted, radial, tube and tubeless
knowledge of components such as tire, tube and rim band
knowledge of materials such as rubber, nylon and aramid
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications such as speed ratings, load limits and recommended pressures
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to inspect component conditions such as cracking, delaminating and cupping
ability to perform checks and measurements such as tread depth, pressure, balance and bead seal
ability to determine causes of failure such as overloading, over/under inflation and heavy torque/braking

Inspects spoked wheels.

knowledge of types of spoked wheels such as tube and tubeless
knowledge of system components such as hub, rims, rim locks, spokes and spoke nipples
knowledge of materials such as aluminum and steel
knowledge of structure of spoked wheels
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of inspection procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as rusted, cracked, bent, loose/broken spokes and rims
ability to perform checks and measurements such as radial and lateral run out, preload and end play
ability to determine causes of failure such as impact, lack of maintenance and stress

Inspects solid wheels.

knowledge of types of solid wheels such as cast, forged and machined
knowledge of components such as bearings, spacers, speedometer drive and cush drive
knowledge of materials such as alloys, steel and aluminum
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of inspection procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as damage, corrosion and blistering
ability to perform checks and measurements such as radial and lateral run out
ability to determine causes of failure

Inspects two-piece wheels.

knowledge of two-piece wheel components such as rim halves, o-rings and valve stems
knowledge of stamped steel rims
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of inspection procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as rusted, bent and leaking
ability to perform checks and measurements such as pressure tests, and radial and lateral run out
ability to determine causes of failure such as deterioration of o-ring

Services wheels and tires.

Services tires.

knowledge of types of tires such as bias ply, bias belted, radial, tube and tubeless
knowledge of components such as tire, tube and rim band
knowledge of materials such as rubber, nylon and aramid
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
knowledge of jurisdictional regulations for reconditioning tires
ability to remove and replace tires, tube and rim band
ability to recondition tires such as plugging and patching
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to correct causes of failure

Services spoked wheels.

knowledge of types of spoked wheels such as tube and tubeless
knowledge of system components such as hubs, rims, rim locks, spokes and spoke nipples
knowledge of materials such as aluminum and steel
knowledge of structure of spoked wheels
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as spokes, rim locks, spoke nipples and valve stems
ability to recondition components such as bearings and seals
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications such as wheel truing
ability to correct causes of failure

Services solid wheels.

knowledge of types of solid wheels such as cast, forged and machined
knowledge of components such as bearings, spacers, speedometer drive and cush drive
knowledge of materials such as alloys, steel and aluminum
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as bearings, races, valve stems and cush drives
ability to perform reconditioning such as balancing and repacking bearings
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications such as preload and end play
ability to correct causes of failure

Services two-piece wheels.

knowledge of two-piece wheel components such as rim halves, o-rings and valve stems
knowledge of stamped steel rims
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace o-rings, bearings and seals
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications such as run out and torque
ability to correct causes of failure

Brakes

Diagnoses braking systems.

Diagnoses hydraulic braking systems.

knowledge of hydraulic principles
knowledge of types of hydraulic braking systems such as disc and drum
knowledge of components such as master cylinder, brake line, caliper (slave cylinder), brake pads and fluids
knowledge of materials such as carbon, ceramics, aramid, metal sinter and organic compounds
knowledge of types of brake fluids
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as fluid pressure, leakage, wear of brake pad and fluid quality
ability to perform checks and measurements such as run out, thickness and diameter
ability to determine causes of failure such as contaminants, abuse and inactivity
ability to test ride motorcycle

Diagnoses mechanical braking systems.

knowledge of types of mechanical braking systems such as disc and drum
knowledge of components such as levers, cables, linkages, pivots and springs
knowledge of materials such as carbon, ceramics, aramid, metal sinter and organic compounds
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as seizure and corrosion
ability to perform checks and measurements such as thickness, diameter and free play
ability to determine causes of failure such as contaminants and abuse
ability to test ride motorcycle

Diagnoses braking control systems.

knowledge of types of braking control systems such as ABS, integrated, linked and anti-dive
knowledge of components such as sensors, proportioning valves and pumps
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as corrosion and faulty sensors
ability to perform checks and measurements such as leakage check and system function check
ability to determine causes of failure such as electrical failure and contaminants
ability to test ride motorcycle

Services braking systems.

Services hydraulic braking systems.

knowledge of hydraulic principles
knowledge of hydraulic braking system such as disc and drum
knowledge of components such as master cylinder, brake line, caliper (slave cylinder) and brake pads
knowledge of types of brake fluids
knowledge of materials such as carbon, ceramics, aramid, metal sinter and organic compounds
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as friction materials, rotors, drums and springs
ability to recondition components such as master cylinder and slave cylinder
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to test ride motorcycle

Services mechanical braking systems.

knowledge of types of mechanical braking systems such as disc and drum
knowledge of components such as levers, cables, linkages, pivots and springs
knowledge of materials such as carbon, ceramics, aramid, metal sinter and organic compounds
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as pads, cables, pivots and drums
ability to recondition components such as pivots and cables
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to test ride motorcycle

Services braking control systems.

knowledge of types of braking control systems such as ABS, integrated, linked and anti-dive
knowledge of components such as sensors, proportioning valves and pumps
knowledge of types of brake fluids
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components such as sensors, control valves and relays
ability to recondition components such as secondary master cylinder, pistons and fittings
ability to set tolerances to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to test ride motorcycle

Engines

Diagnoses cylinder heads on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinder heads such as air or liquid cooled, and single or multi-valve
knowledge of cylinder head components such as valves, guides and seals
knowledge of cylinder head operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as cracking, warpage and leaks
ability to perform checks and measurements such as spring pressure, valve stem wear and valve sealing
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses valve train on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of valve trains such as overhead cam, push rod and desmodromic
knowledge of valve train components such as sprockets, gears, cams, rockers, chains and belts
knowledge of valve train operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions
ability to perform checks and measurements such as valve timing, valve lash, chain wear, gear wear and clearances
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses cylinders and pistons on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinders such as air and liquid cooled
knowledge of piston components such as wrist pins, circlips and rings
knowledge of types of cylinder materials such as cast iron and plated
knowledge of types of pistons such as cast and forged
knowledge of cylinder and piston operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as leaks and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements such as out-of-round, ring end gap and piston-to-cylinder clearance
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses crankshaft assembly on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of crankshaft assemblies such as roller, plain bearing (shell bearing), forged and pressed
knowledge of crankshaft assembly components such as connecting rods, flywheels and thrust washers
knowledge of crankshaft assembly operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions
ability to perform checks and measurements such as crankshaft run out, bearing clearances and end play
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses counterbalance assemblies on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of counterbalance assemblies such as gear or chain driven, and single or multi-counterweights
knowledge of counterbalance assembly components such as gears, chains and bearings
knowledge of counterbalance operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions
ability to perform checks and measurements such as timing, lash, chain wear and bearing clearances
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses engine cases on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of engine cases such as single or multi-cylinder and vertical or horizontal split
knowledge of engine case components such as bearing bosses, covers and fasteners
knowledge of engine case operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as structural integrity, leaks and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements such as bearing clearances and fitment, mating surfaces, distortion and pressure testing
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses lubrication system on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of lubrication systems such as wet sump and dry sump
knowledge of lubrication system components such as pumps, reservoirs, filters, oil coolers and lines
knowledge of lubrication system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as faulty oil pump, and worn gears and chains
ability to perform checks and measurements such as oil pressure, pump clearances and leakage
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses cooling system on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cooling systems such as air and liquid (oil, coolant) cooled
knowledge of cooling system components such as pumps, lines, radiators, cooling fins and thermostats
knowledge of cooling system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as deterioration and leaks
ability to perform checks and measurements such as coolant circulation and condition, pressure testing, and fan and thermostat operation
ability to determine causes of failure

Services four-stroke engines.

Services cylinder heads on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinder heads such as air or liquid cooled, and single or multi-valve
knowledge of cylinder head components such as valves, guides and seals
knowledge of cylinder head operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as valves, seats and guides
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services valve train on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of valve trains such as overhead cam, push rod and desmodromic
knowledge of valve train components such as sprockets, gears, cams, rockers, chains and belts
knowledge of valve train operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as rocker arms and valves
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services cylinders and pistons on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinders such as air and liquid cooled
knowledge of piston components such as wrist pins, circlips and rings
knowledge of types of cylinder materials such as cast iron and plated
knowledge of types of pistons such as cast and forged
knowledge of cylinder and piston operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as reboring, sleeving and honing
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services crankshaft assembly on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of crankshaft assemblies such as roller, plain bearing (shell bearing), forged and pressed
knowledge of crankshaft assembly components such as connecting rods, flywheels and thrust washers
knowledge of crankshaft assembly operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as crankshaft truing and aligning
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services counterbalance assemblies on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of counterbalance assemblies such as gear or chain driven, and single or multi-counterweights
knowledge of counterbalance assembly components such as gears, chains and bearings
knowledge of counterbalance operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services engine cases on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of engine cases such as single or multi-cylinder and vertical or horizontal split
knowledge of engine case components such as bearing bosses, covers and fasteners
knowledge of engine case operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as refinishing mating surfaces and repairing threads
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services lubrication system on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of lubrication systems such as wet sump and dry sump
knowledge of lubrication system components such as pumps, reservoirs, filters, oil coolers and lines
knowledge of lubrication system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as check valves and oil galleries
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services cooling system on four-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cooling systems such as air and liquid-cooled
knowledge of cooling system components such as pumps, lines, radiators, cooling fins and thermostat
knowledge of cooling system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as soldering radiator and repairing threads
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Diagnoses two-stroke engines.

Diagnoses cylinder heads on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinder heads such as air and liquid-cooled
knowledge of cylinder head components such as decompressor and spark plugs
knowledge of cylinder head operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as carbon build-up, broken fasteners, failed gaskets and cracks
ability to perform checks such as checking for warpage and pressure
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses valve system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of valve systems such as reed valve, rotary valve and piston port
knowledge of valve system components such as reeds, rotary valves and power valve actuators
knowledge of valve system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as wear, damage and carbon build-up
ability to perform checks and measurements such as valve timing, valve operation and port timing
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses cylinders (barrels) and pistons on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinders such as air and liquid-cooled
knowledge of types of cylinder materials such as cast iron and plated
knowledge of types of pistons such as cast and forged
knowledge of cylinder and piston components such as wrist pins, circlips and rings
knowledge of cylinder and piston operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as leaks and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements such as out-of-round, ring end gap, piston-to-cylinder clearance, port chamfers and ring index
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses crankshaft assembly on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of crankshaft assemblies such as single and multi-cylinder
knowledge of crankshaft assembly components such as connecting rods, labyrinth seals, flywheels, thrust washers and wrist pin bearings
knowledge of function of multi-cylinder crank seals
knowledge of crankshaft assembly operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as air leaks and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements such as indexing of multi-throw crank, pressure check, end play and bearing clearances
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses engine cases on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of engine cases such as single or multi-cylinder, and vertical or horizontal split
knowledge of engine case components such as bearing bosses, covers, case seals and fasteners
knowledge of engine case operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as structural integrity, leaks, warped mating surfaces and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements such as pressure and vacuum testing, bearing clearance and fitment, and distortion
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses lubrication system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of lubrication systems such as pre-mix, intake injection and positive bearing injection
knowledge of lubrication system components such as oil injection pump, oil tank and lines
knowledge of lubrication system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as faulty oil pump, clogged lines and incorrect oil/fuel ratio
ability to perform checks and measurements such as synchronization and volume check
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses cooling system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cooling systems such as liquid and air-cooled
knowledge of cooling system components such as pumps, lines, radiators, cooling fins and thermostats
knowledge of cooling system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as deterioration and leaks
ability to perform checks and measurements such as coolant circulation and condition, pressure testing, and fan and thermostat operation
ability to determine causes of failure

Services two-stroke engines.

Services cylinder heads on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinder heads such as air or liquid-cooled
knowledge of cylinder head components such as decompressor and spark plugs
knowledge of cylinder head operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as decarbonization and machining
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services valve system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of valve systems such as reed valve, rotary valve and piston port
knowledge of valve system components such as reeds, rotary valves and power valve actuators
knowledge of valve system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as decarbonization and rethreading
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services cylinders and pistons on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cylinders such as air and liquid-cooled
knowledge of types of cylinder materials such as cast iron and plated
knowledge of types of pistons such as cast and forged
knowledge of cylinder and piston operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as boring, honing and chamfering
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services crankshaft assembly on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of crankshaft assemblies such as single and multi-cylinder
knowledge of crankshaft assembly components such as connecting rods, labyrinth seals, flywheels, thrust washers and wrist pin bearings
knowledge of crankshaft operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as truing and aligning
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services engine cases on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of engine cases such as single or multi-cylinder, and vertical or horizontal split
knowledge of engine case components such as bearing bosses, covers, case seals and fasteners
knowledge of engine case operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as sleeving and lapping mating surfaces
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services lubrication system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of lubrication systems such as pre-mix, intake injection and positive bearing injection
knowledge of lubrication system components such as oil injection pump, oil tank and lines
knowledge of lubrication system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services cooling system on two-stroke engine.

knowledge of types of cooling systems such as liquid and air-cooled
knowledge of cooling system components such as pumps, lines, radiators, cooling fins and thermostats
knowledge of cooling system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as soldering radiator and repairing threads
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Power Transfer

Diagnoses clutches and primary drive.

Diagnoses primary drive gears.

knowledge of types of primary gear systems such as straight cut, helical cut and zero lash gear
knowledge of components such as drive gear and driven gear
knowledge of primary gear system operation
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspections
ability to evaluate component conditions such as cracks, pits and burrs
ability to perform checks and measurements
ability to identify causes of failure

Diagnoses primary drive chains and sprockets.

knowledge of types of primary drive chain and sprocket systems such as roller and hy-vo (silent chain)
knowledge of primary drive chain and sprocket system operation
knowledge of components such as chain tensioners and sliders
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspections
ability to evaluate component conditions such as sprocket wear, stretched chains and roller defects
ability to identify causes of failure

Diagnoses primary drive belts and pulleys.

knowledge of belt handling procedures
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as belt separation and cracking, and worn pulleys

Diagnoses manual clutches.

knowledge of types of manual clutches such as wet and dry
knowledge of manual clutch components such as springs, fibre plates and metal plates
knowledge of types of release mechanisms such as hydraulic, ramp and cable lever
knowledge of manual clutch operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as burnt, broken and worn
ability to perform checks and measurements such as plate thickness and warpage
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses automatic clutches.

knowledge of types of automatic clutches such as centrifugal, fluid and movable sheave
knowledge of automatic clutch components such as shoes, drums and springs
knowledge of automatic clutch operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as burnt materials, broken springs and wear
ability to perform checks and measurements
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses kick start.

knowledge of components such as kick shaft, ratcheting gear and spring
knowledge of kick start operation
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions
ability to check damage to components such as shaft, bushings and gears
ability to determine causes of failure

Services clutches and primary drives.

Services primary drive gears.

knowledge of types of primary drive gears such as straight cut, helical cut and zero lash
knowledge of components such as drive gear and driven gear
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct the causes of failure

Services primary drive chains and sprockets.

knowledge of types of primary drive chain and sprocket systems such as roller and hy-vo (silent chains)
knowledge of components such as chain tensioners and sliders
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
knowledge of component failures such as breakage and damage
ability to remove, replace and adjust components such as chains, tensioners and sprockets within manufacturers’ specifications
ability to correct causes of failure such as lack of lubrication and incorrect adjustment

Services primary drive belts and pulleys.

knowledge of belt handling procedures
knowledge of components such as tensioners, belts and pulleys
knowledge of belt conditions requiring replacement such as separation, contamination and cracking
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure such as spline wear on pulleys and shafts, misalignment and oil seal failure

Services manual clutches.

knowledge of types of manual clutches such as wet and dry
knowledge of manual clutch components such as springs, fibre plates and metal plates
knowledge of types of release mechanisms such as hydraulic, ramp and cable lever
knowledge of manual clutch operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to measure thickness of clutch plates
ability to correct causes of failure

Services automatic clutches.

knowledge of types of automatic clutches such as centrifugal, fluid and movable sheave
knowledge of automatic clutch components such as shoes, drums and springs
knowledge of automatic clutch operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure such as lack of lubrication and incorrect adjustment

Services kick start.

knowledge of kick start components such as shaft, ratcheting gear and spring
knowledge of kick start operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform adjustments such as spring tension and decompression cable adjustment
ability to correct causes of failure

Diagnoses transmissions.

Diagnoses constant mesh transmissions.

knowledge of constant mesh transmission components such as shifter mechanisms, gears and shafts
knowledge of operation of constant mesh transmissions
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as worn gears and bearings, and damaged shift forks
ability to perform measurements such as shaft end play, gear shimming and fork clearance
ability to determine causes of component or function failure

Diagnoses variable ratio belt transmissions.

knowledge of variable ratio belt transmission components such as v-belt, springs, rollers and sheaves
knowledge of variable ratio belt transmission operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as sticking sheaves, belt wear and sheave face grooving
ability to perform measurements such as belt width and spring free length
ability to determine causes of failure such as lack of maintenance and oil seal leak

Diagnoses automatic transmissions.

knowledge of types of automatic transmissions such as fluid drive and torque converter
knowledge of automatic transmission components such as drive pump, driven motor and pistons
knowledge of types of fluids used
knowledge of operation of automatic transmissions
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as pump wear and fluid deterioration
ability to perform measurements such as oil pressure and flow
ability to determine causes of failure such as lack of maintenance and contamination

Services transmissions.

Services constant mesh transmissions.

knowledge of constant mesh transmission components such as shifter mechanism, gears and shafts
knowledge of operation of constant mesh transmissions
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform measurements such as shift fork clearance and shifter pawl adjustment
ability to correct causes of failure such as improper clutch adjustment, lack of lubrication and improper adjustment of final drive

Services variable ratio belt transmissions.

knowledge of variable ratio belt transmission components such as v-belt, springs, rollers and sheaves
knowledge of variable ratio belt transmission operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to deglaze sheave faces
ability to adjust sheave plate spacing
ability to correct causes of failure

Services automatic transmissions.

knowledge of automatic transmission components such as shifter mechanisms, gears and shafts
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to maintain a dust-free work environment
ability to correct causes of failure such as oil contamination and improper fluids

Diagnoses final drive.

Diagnoses final drive chains and sprockets.

knowledge of types of chains such as roller chain with seals and roller chain without seals
knowledge of operation of final drive chains and sprockets
knowledge of final drive ratio
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as sprocket wear, worn rollers and chain damage
ability to check chain deflection
ability to determine causes of failure such as overtightening, lack of lubrication and misalignment

Diagnoses final drive shaft and gears.

knowledge of final drive shaft and gear components such as universal joints, bearings and seals
knowledge of operation of final drive shaft and gears
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as worn oil seal, chipped or cracked gears and worn bearings
ability to measure backlash of gear
ability to determine causes of failure such as leaking oil seal and incorrect lubricant

Diagnoses final drive belts and sprockets/pulleys.

knowledge of components such as belts and sprockets/pulleys
knowledge of final drive sprocket/pulley ratios
knowledge of operation of final drive belts and sprockets/pulleys
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as wear of sprockets/pulleys and wear of belts
ability to determine causes of failure

Services final drive.

Services final drive chains and sprockets.

knowledge of types of chains such as roller chain with seals and roller chain without seals
knowledge of operation of final drive chains and sprockets
knowledge of final drive ratio
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform chain adjustment
ability to correct causes of failure such as overtightening, lack of lubrication and misalignment

Services final drive shaft and gears.

knowledge of final drive shaft and gear components such as universal joints, bearings and seals
knowledge of operation of final drive shaft and gears
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to shim gear lash
ability to correct causes of failure such as leaking oil seal and incorrect lubricant

Services belts and sprockets/pulleys.

knowledge of components such as belts and sprockets/pulleys
knowledge of operation of belt and sprocket/pulley drive
knowledge of drive sprocket/pulley ratios
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to adjust belt tension
ability to check alignment of sprockets/pulleys
ability to correct causes of failure

Electrical Systems

Diagnoses electrical systems.

Diagnoses battery and charging system.

knowledge of types of batteries such as absorbed glass mat (AGM), lead acid and gel cell
knowledge of types of charging systems such as alternator and generator
knowledge of components of charging systems such as rotors, stators and regulator/rectifiers
knowledge of charging system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as melted connectors and battery plate sulphation
ability to perform checks and measurements such as resistance, load testing and voltage output
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses ignition system.

knowledge of types of ignition systems such as CDI and TCI
knowledge of ignition system components such as pulsers, coils and CDI units
knowledge of ignition system operation
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to perform checks and measurements such as coil resistance, pulse voltage, air gap and source voltage
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses starting system.

knowledge of starting system components such as solenoids, starter drives/clutches and field coils
knowledge of starting system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as burnt brushes, galled bearing surfaces and damaged starter gears
ability to perform checks and measurements
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses ancillary and accessory components.

knowledge of ancillary components such as lights, horns and signal systems
knowledge of accessory components such as audio system, cruise control and security systems
knowledge of operation of ancillary and accessory components
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications such as operating voltage and resistance
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as corrosion and damaged wiring connectors
ability to determine causes of failure

Services electrical systems.

Services battery and charging system.

knowledge of types of batteries such as AGM, lead acid and gel cell
knowledge of types of charging systems such as alternator and generator
knowledge of components of charging systems such as rotors, stators and regulators/rectifiers
knowledge of charging system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
knowledge of battery initialization, charging and maintenance procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure

Services ignition system.

knowledge of types of ignition systems such as CDI and TCI
knowledge of ignition system components such as pulsers, coils and CDI units
knowledge of ignition system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform adjustments such as spark plug gap, dwell and pulse coil air gap
ability to correct causes of failure such as improper installation of battery and short circuit of wiring

Services starting system.

knowledge of starting system components such as solenoids, starter drives/clutches and field coils
knowledge of starting system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition armatures
ability to perform measurements
ability to correct causes of failure

Services ancillary and accessory components.

knowledge of ancillary components such as lights, horns and signal systems
knowledge of accessory components such as audio systems, cruise control and security systems
knowledge of operation of ancillary and accessory components
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as switches, contacts and connectors
ability to adjust components such as horn and antenna
ability to correct causes of failure

Vehicle Management Systems

Diagnoses vehicle management systems.

Diagnoses emission systems.

knowledge of emission system components such as catalytic converter, charcoal canister, O2 sensor and air injection system
knowledge of emission system operation
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as deteriorated hoses and saturation of charcoal filter
ability to perform measurements such as HC and CO content of exhaust gases and O2 sensor voltage
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses electronic control unit (ECU).

knowledge of ECU components such as sensors, relays, fuel pumps and interlocks
knowledge of ECU operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ outputs and test procedures
ability to perform manufacturers’ test procedures
ability to evaluate component conditions such as loose wiring and plugged filters
ability to perform checks and measurements
ability to determine causes of failure

Services vehicle management systems.

Services emission systems.

knowledge of emission system components such as catalytic converter, charcoal canister, O2 sensor and air injection system
knowledge of emission system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to correct causes of failure such as adjusting fuel-to-air mixture

Services electronic control unit.

knowledge of ECU components such as sensors, relays, fuel pumps and interlocks
knowledge of ECU operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace ECU components
ability to perform initialization and adjustment of ECU
ability to correct causes of failure

Fuel And Exhaust Systems

Diagnoses fuel and exhaust systems.

Diagnoses fuel tanks and components.

knowledge of types of fuel tanks such as steel, aluminum and composite
knowledge of fuel tank components such as petcocks, pumps, valves, sending units and filler caps
knowledge of fuel tank operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as rust in tank, clogged filters and leaks
ability to perform checks and measurements such as pressure, volume, sending unit operation and vacuum operation
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses air delivery system.

knowledge of types of air delivery systems such as forced air induction and conventional air filtration
knowledge of air delivery system components such as air filter, air box and air sensors
knowledge of air delivery system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as contamination, leaks and restrictions
ability to perform checks and measurements such as vacuum test and air flow test
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses carburetor.

knowledge of types of carburetors such as butterfly, constant velocity and mechanical slide
knowledge of carburetor components such as float, needle, seat, venturi and jets
knowledge of carburetor operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as plugged jets and contaminated fuel
ability to perform checks and measurements such as calibration, synchronization and float height
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses fuel injection systems.

knowledge of types of fuel injection systems such as sequential and group
knowledge of fuel injection system components such as injectors, fuel rail, regulators and throttle body
knowledge of fuel injection system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as clogged injectors, leaks and contaminated fuel
ability to perform checks and measurements such as pressure test, volume test and injector test
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses exhaust system.

knowledge of types of exhaust systems such as two-stroke and four-stroke
knowledge of exhaust system components such as muffler, spark arrestor, header pipe, expansion chamber, exhaust variable valve, catalytic converter and O2 sensor
knowledge of air injection system operation
knowledge of exhaust system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as restricted pipe and cracks
ability to perform checks and measurements such as exhaust gas analysis and exhaust control valve check
ability to determine causes of failure

Diagnoses turbochargers.

knowledge of turbocharger components such as wastegate, impellers, seals and bushings
knowledge of turbocharger operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to evaluate component conditions such as wastegate seizure and seal leaking
ability to perform checks and measurements such as impeller clearance, pressure test and vacuum test
ability to determine causes of failure

Services fuel and exhaust systems.

Services fuel tanks and components.

knowledge of types of fuel tanks such as steel, aluminum and composite
knowledge of fuel tank components such as petcocks, pumps, valves, sending units and filler caps
knowledge of fuel tank operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as tanks, petcocks and filler caps
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services air delivery system.

knowledge of types of air delivery systems such as forced air induction and conventional air filtration
knowledge of air delivery system components such as air filter, air box and air sensors
knowledge of air delivery system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as air filter and seals
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services carburetor.

knowledge of types of carburetors such as butterfly, constant velocity and mechanical slide
knowledge of carburetor components such as float, needle, seat, venturi and jets
knowledge of carburetor operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition carburetor body
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services fuel injection systems.

knowledge of types of fuel injection systems such as sequential and group
knowledge of fuel injection system components such as injectors, fuel rail, regulators and throttle body
knowledge of fuel injection system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as injectors and throttle body
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services exhaust system.

knowledge of types of exhaust systems such as two-stroke and four-stroke
knowledge of exhaust system components such as muffler, spark arrestor, header pipe, expansion chamber, exhaust variable valve, catalytic converter and O2 sensor
knowledge of air injection system operation
knowledge of exhaust system operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to perform reconditioning such as repacking and decarbonizing
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

Services turbochargers.

knowledge of turbocharger components such as wastegate, impellers, seals and bushings
knowledge of turbocharger operation
knowledge of manufacturers’ service limits and procedures
ability to remove and replace components
ability to recondition components such as wastegate, bushings and seals
ability to correct causes of failure
ability to set tolerances within manufacturers’ specifications

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