Principles of Light Vehicle Steering and Suspension Systems

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
L/502/4661
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
20 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to work safely

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment and methods when working on steering and suspension systems
2

Know about steering systems

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    State the function of the steering system
  • 2.2
    State in simple terms how the driver converts effort into force to turn the wheels
  • 2.3
    Identify the main components of a light vehicle steering system to include:
    a steering wheel
    b steering column
    c steering gear
    d track rods
3

Be able to carry out simple checks to steering systems

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Demonstrate how to check a steering rack bellows for damage
  • 3.2
    Demonstrate how to check and top-up power assisted steering fluid level
  • 3.3
    Demonstrate how to check the front wheel alignment of a light vehicle using simple equipment
4

Know about suspension systems

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State the function of suspension systems
  • 4.2
    Identify the main components of light vehicle suspension systems
5

Be able to carry out simple checks on suspension systems

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Demonstrate how to check suspension dampers for leakage
  • 5.2
    Demonstrate how to carry out a bump test to check the dampers condition