Inspect and replace light vehicle braking systems and components
Overview
This standard is about inspecting light vehicle braking systems and replacing and adjusting braking system components.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 select and use suitable personal protective equipment and vehicle coverings throughout all braking system testing and replacement activities
P2 work in a way which minimises the risk of damage to the vehicle and its systems
P3 carry out tests on braking systems relevant to the faults reported
P4 conduct all testing and replacement activities following:
P4.1 vehicle, equipment and component manufacturers’ recommendations
P4.2 your workplace procedures
P4.3 health and safety requirements
P5 ensure your testing techniques clearly identify the possible cause of the braking system fault(s)
P6 make clear and suitable recommendations for further action based upon the results of your inspection to the relevant person(s)
P7 carry out removal and replacement activities using:
P7.1 suitable tools and equipment
P7.2 the correct techniques
P7.3 the correct brake components for the vehicle
P8 ensure that the replacement braking system operates correctly and safely prior to releasing the vehicle to the customer
P9 ensure customers are advised of the bedding in procedures for new brakes prior to leaving your premises
P10 dispose of removed brake components safely to comply with your workplace procedures
P11 complete all brake inspection, adjustment and replacement activities within the agreed timescale
P12 promptly report any anticipated delays in completion to the relevant person(s)
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
Legislative and organisational requirements and procedures
K1 the current health and safety legislation and workplace procedures relevant to workshop practices and personal and vehicle protection
K2 the current legal requirements relating to vehicle braking systems
K3 your workplace procedures for:
K3.1 the referral of problems
K3.2 reporting of delays to the completion of work
K3.3 personal protection
K3.4 vehicle protection
K4 how to dispose of removed components in line with health and safety and legal requirements
K5 the importance of disposing of waste safely and the consequences of not doing so to others and the environment
K6 the importance of working to agreed timescales and keeping others informed of progress
K7 the importance of promptly reporting anticipated delays to the relevant person(s)
K8 the relationship between time and costs
Tools and equipment
K9 the tools and equipment used for inspection, testing and replacing braking system components and how to select and use them
K10 how to perform safety and operational checks on tools and equipment
Inspection, adjustment and replacement of braking systems and components
K11 the purpose, function and layout of typical braking systems
K12 the testing techniques and procedures associated with braking systems, including bedding in of braking system components
K13 the removal and replacement procedures associated with brake components, including health and safety requirements
K14 how to identify electronic braking systems, for example ABS, EBD, EBA, ESP
K15 how to check that replacement components are of the correct type and quality for the vehicle and conform to legal requirements where relevant i.e. Regulation 90
K16 how to make adjustments to braking systems
K17 how to reset the electronic/mechanical brake pad wear indicator
K18 how to check that components are functioning correctly and the importance of doing so before release to the customer
K19 how to work safely avoiding injury to yourself, to others and damage to vehicles
K20 the importance of checking and adjusting brake fluid level following repairs to braking system
Scope/range
- Braking system components include:
1.1. brake discs
1.2. brake pads
1.3. brake shoes
1.4. brake drums
1.5. hydraulic
1.6. parking brake
1.7. electronic
1.8. pad warning indicator (electronic/mechanical) - Testing techniques include:
2.1. sensory
2.2. measurement
2.3. functional
2.4. electronic - Tools and equipment include:
3.1. hand tools
3.2. lifting and supporting equipment
3.3. special purpose tools
3.4. brake bleeding equipment
3.5. measuring equipment
3.6. electronic equipment
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
This section contains examples and explanations of some of the terms used but does not form part of the standard.
Adjustments
Examples include handbrake movement, topping up brake fluid level, brake shoe adjustment, pad to disc resetting.
Agreed timescales
Examples include job times set by your company or agreed with a specific customer.
Brake discs
Examples include solid, vented, steel, carbon ceramic, aluminium
Electronic components
Examples include ABS sensors, modulator units, fluid level sensors
Hydraulic components
Examples include wheel cylinders, callipers, brake pipes, brakes hoses, master cylinder, load proportioning/load sensing valves, ABS components and fluid type
Measuring equipment
Examples include micrometers, Vernier Calipers, dial test indicators and manufacturers’ specialist measuring equipment
Parking brake
This can be mechanical, electronic, auto-hold.
Special purpose tools
Examples include piston retracting tools, wind back tools, brake shoe horn/lifter, brake shoe clip remover, brake fluid testers and electronic reset tools