 Below you will find copies of the worksheets used in
the Mechanics badge evening as well as useful links to help you
complete your revision sheet.
| Mechanic Badge Evenings |
| Date |
Description |
| 26th & 27th January 2004 |
Internal combustion engine,
Clutch, Gear box, Brake, Differential and Carburettor. |
| 23rd & 24th February 2004 |
Under
the bonnet (Windscreen wash, radiator, battery)
Tyres
(Tyre pressures, Replace road wheel, types of tyres and legal
requirements of tyres) |
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Know the principles of operation of an internal combustion
engine and understand the function of the clutch, gearbox and rear
axle differential of a motor car.
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Show how to check and refill the windscreen wash bottle.
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Show how to disconnect and remove an old car battery and to
safely install and connect a new one.
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Show how to check the level of water in the radiator, how to
top up the radiator, and know the importance of anti-freeze.
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Show how to check tyre pressures and inflate a tyre.
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Remove and replace a road wheel.
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Explain what to look for when checking that a tyre conforms to
the legal requirement.
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Understand the reason why cross- and radial-ply tyres should
not be mixed on the same axle.
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