Manual and Automatic Drive Train Axles WVEIS 1635

This course will introduce students to the manual/automatic drive train and axle systems of the automobile. Areas of study include; clutch diagnosis and repair, manual transmission diagnosis and repair, manual transaxle diagnosis and repair, diagnosis and repair of universal and constant-velocity (CV) joint, ring and pinion gears and differential case assembly, limited slip differential diagnosis and repair, four-wheel drive/all wheel drive component diagnosis and repair, automatic transmission/transaxle diagnosis, maintenance and adjustment, oil pump and converter diagnosis and repair, inspect and repair manual gear train, shafts, bushings and case, and inspect and repair automatic gear train, shafts, bushings and case. Group and individual activities engage students in problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing industry related activities. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of SkillsUSA, the national student organization for those enrolled in Automotive Technology. SkillsUSA is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components: 21st Century Content Standards and 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

Grade 10-Adult

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Manual and Automatic Drive Train Axles

Standard: 1 / Clutch Diagnosis and Repair
ET.S.MADT.1 / Students will:
  • summarize the elements of the clutch system.
  • examine and analyze systems.
  • evaluate the proper operation of the system.
  • demonstrate proper repair/replacement techniques.

Objectives / Students will
ET.O.MADT.1.1 / diagnose clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation, and chatter problems; determine needed repairs.
ET.O.MADT.1.2 / inspect, adjust, or replace clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets, bushings, pivots, springs, hydraulic clutch slave and master cylinders, lines, and hoses.
ET.O.MADT.1.3 / inspect, adjust or replace release (throw-out) bearing, lever and pivot, crankshaft pilot bearing or bushing (as applicable), clutch pressure plate assembly and clutch disc.
ET.O.MADT.1.4 / inspect, repair, and service or replace flywheel and ring gear, and measure flywheel-to-block runout and crankshaft end play; determine needed repairs.
ET.O.MADT.1.5 / inspect engine block, clutch (bell) housing, and transmission case mating surfaces; measure clutch (bell) housing bore-to-crankshaft runout and face squareness; determine needed repairs.
Performance Descriptors (ET.PD.MADT.1)
Above Mastery / Mastery / Partial Mastery
The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed the standard in clutch diagnosis and repair. The student caneffectively perform the following: diagnose clutch noise and chatter problems; inspect, adjust, or replace clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets, bushings, pivots, springs, hydraulic clutch slave, master cylinders, lines, and hoses; inspect, adjust, or replace release (throw-out) bearing, lever, and pivot, crankshaft pilot bearing or bushing (as applicable), clutch pressure plate assembly and clutch disc; service or replace flywheel and ring gear; measure flywheel-to-block runout and crankshaft end play; inspect engine block, clutch (bell) housing, and transmission case mating surfaces; and measure clutch (bell) housing bore-to-crankshaft runout and face squareness and determine needed repairs. The student can evaluate and submit recommendations for the repair procedure(s). The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed. / The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet the standard in clutch diagnosis and repair. The student can adequately perform the following: diagnose clutch noise and chatter problems; inspect, adjust, or replace clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets, bushings, pivots, springs, hydraulic clutch slave, master cylinders, lines, and hoses; inspect, adjust, or replace release (throw-out) bearing, lever and pivot, crankshaft pilot bearing or bushing (as applicable), clutch pressure plate assembly and clutch disc; service or replace flywheel and ring gear; measure flywheel-to-block runout and crankshaft end play; inspect engine block, clutch (bell) housing, and transmission case mating surfaces; and measure clutch (bell) housing bore-to-crankshaft runout and face squareness and determine needed repairs. Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective, and the student can work independently. / The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions in clutch diagnosis and repair. The student needs further development and supervision in the following: diagnose clutch noise and chatter problems; inspect, adjust, or replace clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets, bushings, pivots, springs, hydraulic clutch slave, master cylinders, lines, and hoses; inspect, adjust, or replace release (throw-out) bearing, lever and pivot, crankshaft pilot bearing or bushing (as applicable), clutch pressure plate assembly and clutch disc; service or replace flywheel and ring gear; measure flywheel-to-block runout and crankshaft end play; inspect engine block, clutch (bell) housing, and transmission case mating surfaces; and measure clutch (bell) housing bore-to-crankshaft runout and face squareness and determine needed repairs. Performance needs further development and supervision.
Standard: 2 / Manual Transmission Diagnosis and Repair
ET.S.MADT.2 / Students will:
  • summarize the elements of the manual transmission system.
  • examine and analyze systems.
  • evaluate the proper operation of the system.
  • demonstrate proper repair/replacement techniques.

Objectives / Students will
ET.O.MADT.2.1 / diagnose transmission noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; determine needed repairs.
ET.O.MADT.2.2 / inspect, adjust, and replace transmission shift linkages, brackets, bushings, cables, pivots, and levers; and inspect, replace, and align power train mounts.
ET.O.MADT.2.3 / inspect and replace transmission gaskets, seals, and sealants; inspect sealing surfaces.
ET.O.MADT.2.4 / remove, disassemble, clean, reassemble transmission components, and reinstall transmission.
ET.O.MADT.2.5 / inspect, adjust, and reinstall transmission shift cover, forks, grommets, levers, shafts, sleeves, detent mechanisms, interlocks, and springs; and nspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers).
ET.O.MADT.2.6 / inspect and replace speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers.
ET.O.MADT.2.7 / inspect, repair, and replace extension housing and transmission case mating surfaces, bores, bushings, and vents.
Performance Descriptors (ET.PD.MADT.2)
Above Mastery / Mastery / Partial Mastery
The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed the standard in manual transmission diagnosis and repair. The student caneffectively perform the following: diagnose transmission noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and replace transmission shift linkages and components; align power train mounts; replace transmission gaskets, seals, and sealants;disassemble and reassemble transmission components;reinstall transmission;inspect lubrication devices;replace speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; and inspect and replace extension housing and transmission case mating surfaces, bores, bushings, and vents. The student can evaluate and submit recommendations for the repair procedure(s). The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed. / The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet the standard in manual transmission diagnosis and repair. The student can adequately perform the following: diagnose transmission noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and replace transmission shift linkages and components; align power train mounts; replace transmission gaskets, seals, and sealants; disassemble and reassemble transmission components; reinstall transmission; inspect lubrication devices; replace speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; and inspect and replace extension housing and transmission case mating surfaces, bores, bushings, and vents. Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective, and the student can work independently. / The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions in manual transmission diagnosis and repair. The student needs further development and supervision in the following: diagnose transmission noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and replace transmission shift linkages and components; align power train mounts; replace transmission gaskets, seals, and sealants; disassemble and reassemble transmission components; reinstall transmission; inspect lubrication devices; replace speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; and inspect and replace extension housing and transmission case mating surfaces, bores, bushings, and vents. Performance needs further development and supervision.
Standard: 3 / Manual Transaxle Diagnosis and Repair
ET.S.MADT.3 / Students will:
  • summarize the elements of the manual transaxle system.
  • examine and analyze systems.
  • evaluate the proper operation of the system.
  • demonstrate proper repair/replacement techniques.

Objectives / Students will
ET.O.MADT.3.1 / diagnose transaxle noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; determine needed repairs.
ET.O.MADT.3.2 / inspect, adjust, and reinstall transaxle shift linkages, brackets, bushings, cables, pivots, and levers; and inspect and reinstall power train mounts.
ET.O.MADT.3.3 / inspect and replace transaxle gaskets, seals, and sealants; inspect sealing surfaces.
ET.O.MADT.3.4 / remove and reinstall transaxle and replace final drive.
ET.O.MADT.3.5 / inspect, adjust, and reinstall transaxle shift cover, forks, levers, grommets, shafts, sleeves, detent mechanism, interlocks and springs, input (clutch) shaft and bearings, output shaft, gears, thrust washers, bearings, and retainers.
ET.O.MADT.3.6 / measure end play or preload (shim or spacer selection procedure) on transaxle shafts; adjust as needed.
ET.O.MADT.3.7 / inspect and reinstall synchronizer hub, sleeve, keys (inserts), springs, and blocking rings, reverse idler gear, shaft, bearings, thrust washers, and retainers.
ET.O.MADT.3.8 / inspect transaxle case, mating surfaces, bores, bushings, and vents.
ET.O.MADT.3.9 / inspect and reinstall speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; inspect, measure, adjust, and reinstall differential pinion gears (spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case assembly; and inspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers).
ET.O.MADT.3.10 / diagnose differential assembly noise and vibration problems; determine needed repairs.
Performance Descriptors (ET.PD.MADT.3)
Above Mastery / Mastery /
Partial Mastery
The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed the standard in manual transaxle diagnosis and repair. The student caneffectively perform the following: diagnose transaxle noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and reinstall transaxle shift linkages and supporting components;inspect and reinstall power train mounts; inspect and replace transaxle gaskets and seals;remove and reinstall transaxle and replace final drive; measure end play or preload (shim or spacer selection procedure) on transaxle shafts; inspect and reinstall synchronizer hub and related components; inspect and reinstall speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; reinstall differential pinion gears (spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case assembly; and inspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers). The student can evaluate and submit recommendations for the repair procedure(s). The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed. / The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet the standard in manual transaxle diagnosis and repair. The student can adequately perform the following: diagnose transaxle noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and reinstall transaxle shift linkages and supporting components; inspect and reinstall power train mounts; inspect and replace transaxle gaskets and seals; remove and reinstall transaxle and replace final drive; measure end play or preload (shim or spacer selection procedure) on transaxle shafts; inspect and reinstall synchronizer hub and related components; inspect and reinstall speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; reinstall differential pinion gears (spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case assembly; and inspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers). Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective, and the student can work independently. / The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions in manual transaxle diagnosis and repair. The student needs further development and supervision in the following: diagnose transaxle noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage problems; adjust and reinstall transaxle shift linkages and supporting components; inspect and reinstall power train mounts; inspect and replace transaxle gaskets and seals; remove and reinstall transaxle and replace final drive; measure end play or preload (shim or spacer selection procedure) on transaxle shafts; inspect and reinstall synchronizer hub and related components; inspect and reinstall speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor (VSS), and retainers; reinstall differential pinion gears (spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case assembly; and inspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers). Performance needs further development and supervision.
Standard: 4 / Diagnosis and Repair of Universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) Joint
ET.S.MADT.4 / Students will:
  • summarize the elements of the CV and U-joint system.
  • examine and analyze systems.
  • evaluate the proper operation of the system.
  • demonstrate proper repair/replacement techniques.

Objectives / Students will
ET.O.MADT.4.1 / diagnose constant-velocity (CV) joint/ universal joint noise and vibrations problems; determine needed repairs.
ET.O.MADT.4.2 / diagnose front wheel drive (FWD) front wheel bearing noise and vibration problems.
ET.O.MADT.4.3 / inspect, service, and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and shaft center support bearings.
ET.O.MADT.4.4 / examine and correct shaft balance; measure shaft runout; and measure and adjust driveline angles.
Performance Descriptors (ET.PD.MADT.4)
Above Mastery / Mastery / Partial Mastery
The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed the standard in diagnosis and repair of universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) joint. The student caneffectively perform the following: diagnose CV joint/ universal joint noise and vibrations problems; diagnose front wheel drive (FWD), front wheel bearing noise, and vibration problems;service and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and shaft center support bearings;correct shaft balance; measure shaft runout; and adjust driveline angles. The student can evaluate and submit recommendations for the repair procedure(s). The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed. / The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet the standard in diagnosis and repair of universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) joint. The student can adequately perform the following: diagnose CV joint/ universal joint noise and vibrations problems; diagnose front wheel drive (FWD), front wheel bearing noise, and vibration problems; service and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and shaft center support bearings; correct shaft balance; measure shaft runout; and adjust driveline angles. Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective, and the student can work independently. / The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions in diagnosis and repair of universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) joint. The student needs further development and supervision in the following: diagnose CV joint/ universal joint noise and vibrations problems; diagnose front wheel drive (FWD), front wheel bearing noise, and vibration problems; service and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and shaft center support bearings; correct shaft balance; measure shaft runout; and adjust driveline angles. Performance needs further development and supervision.