Checking and Maintaining Car Wheels and Tyres

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
F/505/0092
Credits:
1
Guided learning hours:
9 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know how to use relevant tools and equipment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify relevant tools for the job.
  • 1.2
    State the purpose of each tool.
  • 1.3
    Use tools safely.
2

Be able to maintain road wheels and tyres on a motor vehicle.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Check condition of tyres.
  • 2.2
    Record results in an approved format.
  • 2.3
    State legal tyre tread depth.
  • 2.4
    Record tread depths of all tyres.
  • 2.5
    Check wheel condition.
  • 2.6
    Identify correct front and rear tyre pressures for the specified vehicle from a tyre pressure chart.
  • 2.7
    Check all tyre pressures and increase or decrease to correct value using an air-line pressure gauge and inflator.