Automotive Maintenance



Speak with the Special Adviser to the safety of equipment, tools and clothing used while checking or repairing a car. Using the equipment, tools and / or clothing (when needed or requested) to meet the requirements of this badge of merit.General maintenance, security, and registration, do the following:Review the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual. Explain the requirements and deadlines.Explain how to check the following:Brake fluid, Engine Oil ,Chilled ,Power to the liquid ,Washer fluid windshield ,Transmission fluidMeans of the battery (if possible) and the state of the battery terminalsSelect the boxes for valves, and determine the size of the valves. Adequate alternative explanation of the blown fuse.Explain how to verify the state of tension, belts and hoses.Check the lighting in the car, including instrument, warning, and lamps of Foreign Affairs.Locate and check the air filter.Explain the purpose, and the restrictions imposed on the importance of safety belts and restraint systems, passive.Meet the requirements for state inspection in your state, including the frequency of way should be examined.Explain the importance of vehicle registration and find out the annual fee to renew the registration of the vehicle of your family.The dashboard. Do the following:Explain the functionality of a fuel gauge, speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, and measuring the temperature of the engine. Each point on the dashboard.Explain the symbols that light up on the plane and the difference between the symbols of the yellow and red. Explain each of the indicators on the dashboard, using the owner's manual, if necessary.Frames. Do the following:




 Explain the difference between tire manufacturer and the manufacturer's specifications for the car show where they are.Explain how to check pressure and properly inflated tires. Check the spare tire and make sure it is ready for use.Explain why wheel alignment is important for the life of a tire. Explain camber, wheels and toe in. Wheel alignment settingsExplains the purpose of the sidebar wear indicator.Explain how to get rid of old tires, according to the laws and regulations.The engine. Do the following:Explain how the internal combustion engine works. Tell the differences between gasoline and diesel.Explain how the car is powered by hybrid gasoline and electricity.Explain the purpose of engine oil. Explain the law in the service of the Institute, and the number of SAE, and viscosity.Explains where to find the type of oil recommended and the amount of oil for use in cars.Cooling system. Do the following:Explain the need for cooling in the cooling system.Explain how to clean and change the engine coolant in the car, and how to get rid of the coolant used.The fuel system. Do the following:
 Explain how air and fuel systems work together, and why it was necessary to have an air filter and fuel filter.
 Explain how to form in the fuel injection system, and how the computer works with the fuel injection system.
 Ignition and electrical systems. Do the following: Outline and explain the parts of the electrical system.
 Explain the sequence of the engine cylinders. Explains the purpose of the spark gap.
 Explain how to change spark plugs in any internal combustion engine (lawn mower, motorcycle, motorcycle).Explain how to connect cables crossing safely to the car battery. Driving the train. Do the following:Chart drive train and explain the different parts. Explain the difference between the transmission mechanism and standards.Explanation of types of automatic transmission fluid.Explains the types of lubricants used in the transfer level and differential.Explain the difference between the front wheels and rear wheel drive four wheels.The brake system. Do the following:Explanation of the brake system (including anti-lock systems) and how it works.Explain the differences between the disk and drum systems.Explain how to check the brake system of the car. After you verify that the recommendations of the repair (if necessary).Make two of the following:Determine the value of the different three vehicles that wish to purchase. One must be new, and should be used, and a third car can be new or used. Per vehicle, and meet the needs and the cost of auto insurance in the basic responsibility and options for collision, comprehensive, towing and car rental. The use of the three vehicles you chose, and with the help of the Special Adviser merit badge, and the completion schedule Operation / Maintenance included in the booklet merit badge. Use this information to determine the operating cost per mile per car, and discuss what you learn with your counselor.Choose a car cleaner and wax products for the car to be cleaned. A clear explanation of the coat of paint and the precautions necessary for care. Cleaning the car inside and out, and wax from the outside. The use of vinyl and rubber guard (on top of the vinyl, and rubber seals on the doors, the side walls, etc.) and explain the importance of this shield.Locate the manufacturer of the connector jack used to explain how to involve making the vehicle correctly, then change the tires correctly.Implementation of the oil filter and change the oil in the car. Explain how the proper disposal of used oil and filter.Knowledge of the three career opportunities in the automotive sector. Pick one and find out education, training and experience required for this profession. Talk to your counselor, and explain why this profession might interest you.