Demonstrate self-grounding procedures (anti-static) for handling electronic components.
Check for module communication errors using a scan tool.
Use wiring diagrams, component location, and diagnostic flowcharts during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems.
Identify safe disabling techniques of high voltage systems on hybrid/electric vehicles.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Apply literacy, mathematical, and scientific principles and precision measurements when diagnosing problems and making repairs.
Work independently, collaboratively, and in teams to explore concerns, find causes, and take appropriate action by applying principles of STEM.
Inspect brake lines (double flare and ISO types), hoses, and fittings for damage or wear and replace as needed to ensure tight fittings and support.
Bleed manual, pressure, or vacuum hydraulic brake system.
Pressure test brake hydraulic system to determine necessary action.
Remove and reinstall brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and adjust brake shoes or pads.
Remove, clean, inspect, and reinstall caliper and rotor assembly and mountings for wear and damage.
Inspect parking brake system operation, repair or adjust as necessary, and verify that brakes are operating correctly.
Compare and contrast various types of advanced braking systems.
Examples: ABS, electronic parking brake, hydraulic, electronic, traction and stability control
Verify correct operation of certified refrigerant recovery and recharging equipment.
Locate and identify A/C system service ports.
Recover, label, and recycle refrigerant from an A/C system.
Select refrigerant, evacuate, and recharge the A/C system.
Inspect, adjust, repair and replace A/C compressor drive belts, pulley alignment, compressor mount, mufflers, hoses, lines, fittings, orifice tube, expansion valve, seals, condenser, accumulator/drier (receiver/drier), and component wiring.
Summarize safe handling procedures associated with high voltage A/C compressors and wiring.
Inspect and protect open A/C system components from contaminants during repairs.
Check engine cooling and heater system hoses and belts, and remove, inspect and replace fan (both electrical and mechanical), fan sensors, fan pulley, fan clutch, and fan shroud; check operation.
Inspect, test, remove, and replace radiator, pressure cap, coolant system components, and water pump, replace auxiliary oil/fluid coolers, and check oil levels.
Recover, refill, and bleed system with proper coolant and check for leaks and level of protection.
Describe the differences between hybrid and electric cooling systems.
Remove, replace, and adjust shift or clutch linkage, electronic sensors, wires, and connectors.
Remove, replace, and reinstall powertrain assembly, powertrain mounts, drive axle assembly, half shafts, axle constant velocity (CV) joints/driveshafts, and universal joints.
Follow safe handling procedures when handling high voltage powertrain components.
Inspect, remove, and replace exhaust pipes, mufflers, converters, resonators, tail pipes, and heat shields.
Inspect, remove, and replace fuel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tanks, tank filter, cap, filler hose, pump/sending unit and inertia switch, and inspect and replace fuel lines and hoses.
Inspect, remove, and replace engine components of air intake systems, canister, filter, vent, and purge lines of fuel vapor (EVAP) control systems.
