DSL 855 - Truck Repair

1. Demonstrate safe use of the following shop tools
   1. Safely operate a jack and jack stands
   2. Safely operate a vehicle hoist
   3. Safely operate an overhead hoist
   4. Safely operate battery chargers
   5. Safely operate a parts washer
   6. Safely operate a sand blasting cabinet
2. Demonstrate good shop practices
   1. Be on time for scheduled shift
   2. Be on task in the shop
   3. Maintain a clean and organized work space
   4. Demonstrate safe practices
   5. Work with a team
   6. Show the ability to follow directions and recommended procedures
   7. Describe the environment of service facility
   8. Discuss understanding of mandated regulations
   9. Discuss understanding of hazard identification and prevention
3. Perform safety and operational checks on the electrical system
   1. Inspect battery condition and connections
   2. Perform battery load test
   3. Measure voltage drop at starter
   4. Perform alternator output test
4. Service air brake systems- change this comp to air brakes
   1. Inspect brake chambers, shoes, disc and parking brakes (visual inspection)
   2. Check for air leaks
   3. Repair all air leaks
   4. Replace worn shoes or discs
   5. Adjust all brakes (wheel and parking)
5. Service steering system
   1. Identify steering system components
   2. Inspect for wear
   3. Remove king-pin
   4. Assemble and adjust clearances
   5. Perform steering gear tests
6. Inspect suspension systems   
   1. Identify suspension types
   2. Identify wear points
   3. Measure air ride height
   4. Adjust ride height
7. Examine a drive line
   1. Inspect u-joints
   2. Inspect slip-shaft
   3. Inspect center support bearings
   4. Measure driveline angles
8. Describe components of a vehicle chassis frame
   1. Discuss basic frame terminology and theory
   2. Identify different types of frame damage
   3. Discuss different types of frame repair
9. Inspect fifth wheels and coupling devices
   1. Discuss design and operation of different fifth wheels             
   2. Perform fifth wheel adjustment
   3. Inspect pintle hook and drawbar eye for wear.
10. Discuss different heavy-duty trailer systems
    1. Identify different kinds of trailers
    2. Explain trailer air and electrical system tests
    3. Discuss different tractor/ trailer combinations and trains
11. Perform HVAC system service
    1. Identify HVAC system components
    2. Diagnose poor air flow issues
    3. Complete an A/C system service using appropriate recovery unit