Automobile Mechanics - Advanced
Requirements
1. Have the Automobile Mechanics Honor
2. Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble an automobile or light truck engine. Replace any defective or worn parts. Rebuild, start, and operate the vehicle. Keep a complete log of events during the overhaul.
3. Remove and replace a standard or automatic transmission assembly.
4. Rebuild the brake assembly on an automobile or light truck, following proper safety procedures. Demonstrate proper brake bleeding and adjustment. Properly repack a wheel bearing.
5. Perform a minor tune-up, including the replacement of spark plugs and visually checking the electrical system.
1. Have the Automobile Mechanics honor.
2. Briefly explain the following concepts:
- a. The difference between a supercharger and a turbo
- b. The difference between staggered wheels and non-staggered wheels
- c. The difference between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
- d. The difference between horsepower and torque
3. Describe how an anti-lock braking system (ABS) operates.
4. Briefly explain how to do each of the following:
- a. Read the manufacture date on a tire.
- b. Determine the tire size and pressure as recommended by the manufacturer for a selected vehicle.
- c. Measure tire wear and determine the remaining life of a tire.
5. Describe how a rear axle differential functions.
6. Briefly explain the differences between the following types of brake rotors:
- a. Smooth brake rotors
- b. Slotted brake rotors
- c. Cross-drilled brake rotors
- d. Cross-drilled & slotted brake rotors
7. Briefly explain the difference between a wheel alignment and tire balancing.
8. Briefly describe the following types of engines:
- a. Straight
- b. V-engine
- c. W-engine
- d. Rotary engine
- e. Boxer engine
9. Know how to replace the brake assembly at the wheel, following proper safety procedures. Demonstrate proper brake bleeding and adjustment.
10. Perform a minor tune-up, including the replacement of spark plugs and visually checking the electrical system.
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