ACRP 1005 Syllabus
Subject Code
ACRP
Course Number
1005
Course Title
Automobile Component Repair and Replacement
Prerequisites
Corequisites
ACRP 1000
Terms Offered
Offered Fall and Spring
Credit Hours
(2-5-4)
Course Description
This course provides instruction in removal and replacement methods of a variety of non-structural cosmetic and safety features of the automobile as well as bolt-on body panels.
Course Outcomes
Interior and Exterior Trim
Order Description
1
Identify various types of interior and exterior trim.
2
Remove and install interior and exterior trim properly.
3
Demonstrate the ability to repair interior and exterior trim.
Mirrors
Order Description
1
Identify various types of exterior and interior mirrors.
2
Demonstrate the ability to repair various types of exterior and interior mirrors.
3
Demonstrate the ability to properly adjust and remove exterior and interior mirrors.
4
Demonstrate the ability to properly replace components or complete mirror units.
Weather Stripping
Order Description
1
Identify types of
weather-stripping, where weather stripping is used, and why it is used.
2
Demonstrate ability to properly remove and install different types of weather stripping.
Stationary and Non-Stationary Glass
Order Description
1
Identify different types of glass and their applications.
2
Describe glass replacement procedures.
3
Demonstrate ability to properly remove and replace stationary glass.
4
Demonstrate ability to properly remove and replace non-stationary glass.
5
Demonstrate the ability to locate and repair wind noises and water leaks.
Interior Components and Fasteners
Order Description
1 Demonstrate ability to remove interior components, such as seats, carpets, steering wheel, dash pads and instrument panels.
2
Identify types of
fasteners used in
automotive manufacture.
3 Identify special tools used in removal and replacement of fasteners used in auto body construction.
4
Explain sizing applications used in nuts, bolts, and screws.
Hood, Closure Panels, and Header Panels Removal and Replacement
Order Description
1
Inspect misaligned hood or deck panel.
2
Locate adjustment points.
3
Select proper tools.
4
Make adjustments necessary to secure alignment with adjacent panels.
Fender Removal and Installation
Order Description
1
Inspect damage.
2
Check
for related damage.
3
Select hand tools.
4
Decide on the method of replacing panel.
5
Remove damaged fender.
6
Check
for hidden damage.
7
Straighten and align inner fender of skirt.
8
Transfer moldings and accessories.
9
Install replacement fender.
10
Adjust and align fender.
Door Removal and Installation
Order Description
1
Inspect damaged door to determine proper selection of tools.
2
Remove damaged door.
3
Remove inside hardware and trim from
damaged door.
4
Remove door glass, regulators, and guides.
5
Remove all door lock mechanisms.
6
Remove outside door handle and lock cylinder.
7
Remove all weather stripping.
8
Install all hardware, weather stripping, trim, and accessories on new door shell.
9
Soundproof new door with undercoating.
10
Install and align new door.
Headlamp and Filler Panels Removal and Replacement
Order Description
1 Inspect vehicle for sagged springs, car riding height, tire pressure, and clean head light lens, etc.
2
Select required tools.
3
Remove head lamp doors.
Grill Removal and Replacement
Order Description
1
Inspect damaged grill.
2
Select proper tools.
3
Remove damaged grill.
4
Straighten necessary brackets or mountings.
5
Install grill.
6
Align for fit.
Headlamp Adjustment
Order Description
1
Adjust head lamp to proper aim using necessary head light aiming equipment.
2 Replace head lamp doors.