TE21869 – Road Wheels
Module code
TE21869
Module title
Road Wheels
Prescription
This unit standard is for people who are at pre-employment level or who have recently started work in the motor industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to remove vehicle wheels, and replace vehicle wheels.
Programmes
- BT0101
- TE0807
- TE1005
- VP0001
- YP1503
NZQA Level
Level 1
NZQA Credits
1
Delivery method
- Not Web enabled
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 10
Resources required
- Assessment Criteria
- Element 1 Remove vehicle wheels.
Performance criteria
1.1 Types of wheels are identified.
Range alloy, steel; car, light and/or heavy commercial vehicle.
1.2 Tools and equipment are selected to enable the wheels to be removed according to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications and company policy.
Range may include but is not limited to - wheel brace, jack, axle stands, puzzle nut, keys, air tools.
1.3 Wheel nuts are loosened and vehicle is raised and supported in the position specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
Range jack, hoist, stands.
1.4 Wheels are removed without damage to the vehicle, wheels, and threads of the nuts or studs; relocation positions are marked; the wheels are checked for damage, and any damage found is reported to the supervisor according to company policy.
1.5 Safe working practices are carried out throughout the tasks according to legislative requirements.
Range personal safety, safety to others; vehicle, tools, and equipment safety.
1.6 Tools and equipment are returned to their designated places in the workshop according to company policy.
Element 2 Replace vehicle wheels.
Performance criteria
2.1 Wheels are fitted in the same position from which they came off according to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.
2.2 Vehicle is lowered with no injury to self or other people or damage to vehicle.
2.3 Wheels are tightened to the torque specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
2.4 Tools and equipment are put away in their designated places in the workshop according to company policy.
2.5 Safe working practices are carried out throughout the task according to legislative requirements.
Range personal safety, safety to others; vehicle, tools, and equipment safety.