Inspect, remove, and replace seat belt and shoulder harness assembly and components, inspect restraint system mounting areas for damage, and repair as needed.
Identify one-time use fasteners used with airbag and seat belt components.
Inspect the operation of the seat belt system.
Conduct pre-scan inspection to verify operation of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and use diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) to diagnose and determine repairs.
Inspect, protect, remove, replace, and identify components of the Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) sensors and wiring, ensure sensor orientation, and dispose of deployed and undeployed airbag(s) and pretensioners.
Describe the purposes and functions of advanced restraining and occupant classification systems (OCS).
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.
Locate OEM procedures to identify material composition and precautions for the vehicle being repaired.
Examples: mild steel, high strength steel, ultra-high strength steel, aluminum
Identify advanced vehicle system precautions and inspections, including recommended procedures before inspecting or replacing components.
Review damage report and analyze damage to determine appropriate methods for overall repair and develop and document a repair plan.
Inspect, remove, protect, label, store, inventory, and reinstall exterior and interior trim moldings and components.
Inspect, remove, inventory, and reinstall or protect body panels and components that may interfere with or be damaged during repair.
Locate direct, indirect, and hidden damage and determine the direction of impact.
Inspect, remove, and replace welded steel panels or panel assemblies.
Determine the extent of damage to aluminum body panels and repair or replace.
Inspect, remove, replace, and align bolts on panels and components.
Inspect, remove, replace, overhaul, and align bumpers, bumper covers, and components.
Restore corrosion protection, sound deadeners, and foam materials according to OEM procedures.
Replace door skins.
Perform panel bonding and weld bonding.
Identify one-time use fasteners, labels, and decals and replace as necessary.
Prepare a panel for body filler by abrading or removing the coatings.
Demonstrate hammer and dolly techniques and perform finishing techniques for metal, including aluminum.
Heat and cold-shrink stretched panel areas to proper contour.
Identify different types of body filler and defects.
Mix and apply body filler, shape body filler to contour, and finish sand.
Locate and repair surface irregularities and straighten contours on a damaged panel using weld-on and glue-pulling dent repair.
Inspect, adjust, overhaul, repair, or replace window regulators, run channels, glass, power mechanisms, and related controls.
Inspect, adjust, repair, remove, reinstall, or replace weather-stripping.
