Unit Award Scheme

71121 MOTOR VEHICLE STUDIES: CHANGING A WHEEL

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1locate a safe jacking point on the vehicleSummary sheet
2position the jackSummary sheet
3slacken the wheel nutsSummary sheet
4jack up the vehicle and make it safe by placing it on axle standsSummary sheet
5remove the wheel nuts and the wheelSummary sheet
6refit the wheel and replace the nutsSummary sheet
7jack up the vehicle and remove the axle standsSummary sheet
8lower the vehicle gently and remove the jackSummary sheet
9find the correct torque settings for the wheel nutsSummary sheet
10tighten the wheel with the torque wrenchSummary sheet
11check the tyre pressure.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 11 November 2004Level - Entry Level