DEFINITIONS

ADD

To increase fluid or pressure to the correct level or amount.

ADJUST

To bring components to specified operational settings.

AIR TEST

To use air pressure to determine proper action of components.

ALIGN

To bring to precise alignment or relative position of components.

ANALYZE

To examine the relationship of components of an operation.

ASSEMBLE (REASSEMBLE)

To fit together the components of a device.

BALANCE

To establish correct linear, rotational or weight relationship.

BLEED

To allow air fluids to enter or exit a closed system.

CHARGE

To bring to "full" state, e.g., battery or air conditioning system.

CHECK

To verify condition by performing an operational or comparative examination.

CLEAN

To rid component of extraneous matter for the purpose of reconditioning, repairing, measuring or reassembling.

DETERMINE

To establish the procedure to be used to effect the necessary repair.

DIAGNOSE

To locate the cause or nature of a problem by using the specified procedure.

DISASSEMBLE

To separate a component's parts as a preparation for cleaning, inspection or service.

DISCHARGE

To empty a storage device or system.

DRAIN

To use gravity to empty a container.

EVACUATE

To remove air, fluid or vapor from a closed system by use of a vacuum pump.

FILL (REFILL)

To bring fluid level to specified point or volume.

FIND

To locate a particular problem, e.g., shorts, grounds or opens in an electrical circuit.

FLUSH

To use a fluid to clean an internal system.

HONE

To restore or resize or bore by using rotating cutting stones.

IDENTIFY

To establish the identity of a vehicle or component prior to service; to determine the nature or degree of a problem.

INSPECT

(SEE CHECK)

INSTALL (REINSTALL)

To place a component in its proper position in a system.

JUMP START

To use an auxiliary power supply, i.e., battery, battery charger, etc. to assist a battery to crank an engine.

LEAK TEST

To locate the source of leaks in a component or system.

LISTEN

To use audible clues in the diagnostic process; to hear the customer's description of a problem.

LUBRICATE

To employ the correct procedures and materials in performing the prescribed service.

MEASURE

To compare existing dimensions to specified dimensions by the use of calibrated instruments and gauges.

MOUNT

To attach or place tool or component in proper position.

PRESSURE TEST

To use air or fluid pressure to determine the condition or operation of a component or system.

PERFORM

To accomplish a procedure in accordance with established methods.

PURGE

To eliminate an undesired air or fluid from a closed system.

READY

To prepare a system or component for service, installation or operation.

REASSEMBLE

(SEE ASSEMBLE)

REFILL

(SEE FILL)

REINSTALL

(SEE INSTALL)

REMOVE

To disconnect and separate a component from a system.

REPAIR

To restore a malfunctioning component or system to operating condition.

REPLACE

To exchange an unserviceable component with a new or rebuilt component; to reinstall a component.

RESET (SET)

To adjust a variable component to a given, usually initial, specification.

SELECT

To choose the correct part or setting during assembly or adjustment.

SERVICE

To perform a specified procedure when called for in the owner's or service manual.

TEST

To verify condition through the use of meters, gauges or instruments.

TRIM

(SEE ADJUST)

TORQUE

To tighten a fastener to specified degree or tightness (in a given order or pattern if multiple fasteners are involved on a single component).

VACUUM TEST

To determine the integrity and operation of a vacuum operated component and/or system.

VERIFY

To establish that a problem exists after hearing the customer's complaint and performing a preliminary diagnosis.