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Light Vehicle Motor Mechanic
Alternative Titles:
Motor Mechanic, Vehicle Mechanic
Motor mechanics service, repair and overhaul the mechanical
parts of motor vehicles such as the engine, the transmission
(clutch, gear box and differential), and the suspension
systems (springs, steering, brakes, wheels and tyres).
Motor mechanics may perform the following tasks:
- discuss problems with car drivers or vehicle operators
to discover faults, listen to engines, fit and operate
special test equipment and test drive vehicles
- repair or replace worn and faulty parts by removing
assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or
steering gear; dismantle them and check parts, referring to
manuals as necessary
- reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced
parts or assemblies, use various instruments to make sure
they are working properly and put them back into the vehicle
- tune engines using special electronic equipment and make
fine adjustments, e.g. to carburettors for smoother running
- carry out minor body repairs and minor trim repairs
- diagnose, repair and replace engine management/fuel
injection components
- use oxy, electric, TIG and MIG welders
- test and repair electrical systems such as lighting,
instrumentation, ignition and electronic fuel injection
- inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates
or list the work required before a certificate can be
issued.
Motor mechanics may specialise as Automotive
Airconditioning Fitters and Brake Mechanics. For more details,
see separate entries for these occupations. They may also
specialise as breakdown service patrol officers who give
emergency mechanical assistance to members of an automobile
association.
Motor mechanics work mainly in workshops and wear
protective clothing. They need to keep up with changes in
motor industry technology.
With the changes in automotive technology, there are now
more electronic controls and computers fitted to vehicles. As
a result, motor mechanics are becoming more specialised in
their areas of work.
Motor mechanics may progress to positions such as service
manager, service advisers, technical sales representative,
technical officer or diagnostic specialist.
Required Skills - Light Vehicle Motor Mechanic
- enjoy practical and manual work
- able to work with hand tools
- technical aptitude
- problem-solving skills
- physically fit
- normal eyesight and hearing
- driver's licence essential
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