2.

Without causing any damage:

 Always be careful while lifting the vehicle on a lift or hoist. Place the hoist plates at the lifting
points only.
 Make sure the under body of the vehicle is not damaged while lifting.
 Always use the appropriate jack to lift the vehicle and place the jack at the jacking points
only.
 Never hold the vehicle on the jack for longer time. Always use safety stands to rest for a
longer time.
 Apply the parking brake and shift the gear to Parking, before the vehicle is lifted on the
Hoist.
 Lock the wheels using the wheel stoppers and wheel chokes.

3.1

Basic inspection:

1. Perform the Visual inspection.

2. Check for ATF level in the Automatic transmission.
3. Inspect for any automatic transmission fluid leaks.
4. Inspect for throttle cable and gear shift cable for looseness or any damages.
5. Make sure starter operates only in N or P positions. (this is an important safety feature.
6. Make sure all transmissions fluid pan bolts are tightened to the specified torque.
7. Route the cables around the transmission without rubbing or touching any hot components.
8. Check if the vehicle is responding to acceleration

4.1

Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures:

Before condemning a transmission

• Check for diagnostic trouble codes

• Check condition of engine
• Quadrant indicator might not be properly aligned
• Perform a visual check of electrical connections
• Talk to customer before test-driving
• Check if there is any leak in the transmission.
• After all procedures, visual inspection is must.
o How transmission operates when cold
o Check fluid levels
o Use a road test checklist
After condemning a transmission

• Check engine light coming on in meter cluster.

• Check for any noise coming from transmission.

• Check for fuel leak, if any.

• Finally, road test is mandatory for all inspection.

Electrical connections

To check the connectors release locking tabs and disconnect them, one at a time, from the
transmission.

Carefully examine them for signs of corrosion, distortion, moisture, and transmission fluid. Carefully
check the weather seals on all connectors. A connector or wiring harness may deteriorate if ATF
reaches it.

Also, check the connector at the transmission using a small mirror and flashlight to get a good look
at the inside of the connectors. Inspect the entire transmission wiring harness for tears and other
damage. Road debris can damage the wiring and connectors mounted underneath the vehicle.

4.2

Cleaning work area

Once the automotive systems are inspected and repaired, the follow the below points:

• Ensure the work area is cleaned and there is no repair waste on the floor.

• Clean and wipe all the oil spills on the floor to avoid the slip and fall.

• Do not leave the tools on the workshop floor.

• Clean the tools and equipment after completion of the task.

• Inspect the tools for the physical damages and tagout the tools if found faulty and report to the
supervisor.

Tools and equipment

Tagout: the tagout is a safety practice to reduce the risk of technicians using tools and equipment
which are found unsafe or that are in the process of being serviced. The tagged-out tool avoids the
accidental usage of faulty tools.

• The tools must be stored back to the designated place.

• Some accuracy equipment like dial gauges, vernier callipers, screw gauges, etc. And
electronic diagnosing tools such as scan tools and multimeters are stored in the moisture
free manufacturer-issued containers following the manufacturer procedure.
• Adhere to the safe environmental procedures for cleaning and disposing of nonrecyclable
materials.
• The recyclable materials must be disposed to the authorized dealer.
o Make sure the work area is clean after diagnosis and ready for the repairs.
o Keep the diagnostic tools away in the safe area until the repairs are done and use
accordingly for verification of the faults.
4.3

Workplace documentation

Diagnosis report

The diagnosis report is a report of diagnosis generated or manually prepared by the technicians
which consist of the following information:

• Complete vehicle information

• The service history of the vehicle
• Concern being diagnosed
• The diagnosis tool and equipment used
• The diagnosed fault codes generated
• The live data, the freeze frame data for the diagnosis done
• The technician’s observations
• The procedure involved to resolve the generated concern.
• The conclusion and summary of the diagnosis
This data helps the technician in understanding and registering the diagnosis, making the customer
understand the repairs and diagnosis done on the vehicle. This also helps as a quick reference for the
workshop if any complaint arises. And as per the law, the reports have to be procured in the
workshop for further assistance.

Importance of documenting diagnostic process

• The technician can keep track of the process e.g. tests were done and their results.

• The technician can see the build-up of information which will help them eventually recognize the
fault.

• The business can communicate accurately with the customer from the start of the diagnostic
procedure until the repair is completed and paid for.

• The business can obtain authority to repair at the appropriate stages as the procedure is worked
through.

• There is an accurate record if there is any dispute over the work done.

• There is a service record that helps as a reference for future jobs.