Quarter 4

• Adjusting


  An activity or task done to arrange parts in relation to position or regulate a clearance in relation to accuracy
• Air cleaner


  A paper or cellulose element that filters the air before entering the engine
• Assembling


  An activity or task of putting together of parts or mechanism in correct and complete position
• Bolt


  A round rod metal with external threads. The external thread can be screwed in an internally threaded stock or but it usually has square or hexagonal head where a wrench can be inserted to loosen or tighten
• Checking


  A process of verifying and conforming the condition of parts by observation or inspection
• Fault


  A condition of flay or imperfection
• Hand tools


  Portable devices that are guided and operated by hands
• Hose


  A flexible and heat resistant rubber that serves as a passage of coolant in the cooling system
• Inspection


  Examining or looking closely as a course of action
• Loosen


  Release from tightness or free from restraint
• Major task


  A work which is reasonably great in scope
• Malfunction


  A condition where a part of a system does not function normally
• Measuring


  The activity or task of getting the amount, size or quantity of a certain thing or stock/parts
• Nuts


  Usually square or hexagonal shape block of metal with internal threaded hole where an externally threaded bolt can be screwed
• Overhauling


  A process of examining and repairing of condition if necessary
• Principle


  A fundamental truth or law as the basis of reasoning or action
• Repairing


  Restoring a faulty condition after damage or wear
• Safety


  Freedom from danger or risk
• Standard procedure


  An established, prescribed way of doing a task or series of action
• Technique


  A method of skillful manipulation of activity for efficient and time saving tasks
• Testing


  A process of determining the working condition of a system or mechanism to verify
• Tighten


  To give additional twisting force to make it tighter
• Tune-up


  An orderly process of inspection, diagnosis, testing and adjustment that is periodically necessary to maintain peak engine performance
• Under chassis


  The underpart of a vehicle. It is composed of different systems such as the power trains, steering, suspension, wheels, and tires. It aids the vehicle in performing its duties
• Plan and prepare for the tasks to be undertaken
• Your ability to plan is part and parcel of achieving a successful task as a plan will enable you to attain your purpose
• Many successful automotive entrepreneurs have realized their success through proper and careful planning
• Aside from planning, you should also give importance to preparation. Good preparation will boost your confidence, because it means that you are ready to do the task because you have sufficient knowledge about it
• Factors to be considered when planning and preparing for tasks

  • Place
  • Materials
  • Waste disposal
  • Tools/equipment
  • Safety
  • Service procedure/task
• Service procedures/tasks

  • Adjusting
  • Checking
  • Inspecting
  • Measuring
  • Assembling
  • Installing
  • Cleaning
  • Disassembling
  • Removing
  • Reconditioning
  • Repairing
  • Testing
• Tools needed for service procedures/tasks

  • Cutting tools
  • Loosening and tightening tools
  • Measuring tools
  • Marking tools
  • Cleaning tools
• Preparing hand tools to use is easy but requires a lot of practice
• The extent of work will give you information to identify and select the size, shape and type of tools needed to accomplish the task
• Tools for specific procedures/tasks

  • Cleaning tools
  • Cutting tools
  • Driving tools
  • Bending/Holding/Twisting/Crimping tools
• Scraper


  A flat thin sheet of metal with wooden or plastic handle. It is used to scrape hard to remove dirt or stubborn grime or plastic sticker
• Steel/Wire brush


  Thin strips of metal inserted in a wooden or plastic stock. It is used to remove rust, hard to remove dirt and grime with sweeping actions
• Utility rag


  A fibrous cloth used in cleaning and wiping dirt and dust
• Pliers


  Generally used as all-round tools. They have the capability for bending, crimping, cutting, holding, stripping and twisting. They are available in various shapes and sizes
• Side cutting pliers


  Tools having a broad flat, and rough jaw. They have a pair of ripper like blades used for cutting and bending wires
• Combination pliers


  Equipped with adjustable opening by means of a slip joint. It is used for gripping objects because of its inner notch and also used for cutting and bending small wires