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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to inspect and service automatic transmission
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Servicing information is sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Inspect automatic transmission
   • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
3. Service automatic transmission
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare to inspect and service automatic transmission
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Servicing information is sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
6. Inspect automatic transmission
   • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
7. Service automatic transmission
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Safety and environmental requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for handling transmission fluids environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from transmissions.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

inspect and service the automatic transmissions of two different vehicles or machinery, including:

replacing transmission fluid and filter

making transmission adjustments.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting and servicing automatic transmissions, including procedures for handling transmission fluids

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from transmissions

identification and function of automatic transmission components, including:

torque converter

control valve body

housings

gear trains

bands and clutch packs

servos

oil pumps

electronic controls

selector mechanisms

basic operation of automatic transmission, including:

torque converter

transaxle

longitudinal transmission

types and applications of transmission fluids

inspection procedures for automatic transmissions, including:

fluid levels and condition

fluid leaks

internal and external physical condition

transmission sensors and controls

service and adjustment procedures for automatic transmissions, including:

replacing transmission fluid and filter

checking transmission fluid levels

adjusting bands, linkages and sensors as required

post-service testing procedures for automatic transmissions.

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