Republic of the Philippines
Commission on Higher Education
LIBON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LIBON, ALBAY
AY 2020- 2021
First Semester
Course: AT 111 – Introduction to Automotive Technology
Module No.: 5
Module Title: Reading, Interpreting and Applying
Specifications and Manual
Instructor:
Jeffrey Segarra Nicomedes
Name of Student:
Year & Section:
Schedule:
AT I – A/B
HOW TO USE THIS MODULE
Welcome to the Module “Reading, Interpreting and Applying
Specifications and Manual”. This module contains training materials and
activities for you to complete.
The unit of competency “read, interpret and apply specifications
and manuals” contains the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for an
Introduction to Automotive Technology course.
You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order
to complete each of the learning outcomes of the module. In each learning
outcome there are Information Sheets, Job Sheets, Operation Sheets
and Activity Sheets. Follow these activities on your own and answer the
Self-Check at the end of each learning activity.
If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for
assistance.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You may already have some or most of the knowledge and skills
covered in this module because you have:
been working for some time
already completed training in this area.
If you can demonstrate to your teacher that you are competent in a
particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them formally
recognized so you don’t have to do the same training again. If you have a
qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous trainings show it
to your trainer. If the skills you acquired are still current and relevant to
this module, they may become part of the evidence you can present for
RPL. If you are not sure about the currency of your skills, discuss this with
your trainer.
After completing this module ask your teacher to assess your
competency. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your
competency profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to
complete at your own pace.
Inside this module you will find the activities for you to complete
followed by relevant information sheets for each learning outcome. Each
learning outcome may have more than one learning activity.
This module is prepared to help you achieve the required
competency, in receiving and relaying information. This will be the source
of information that will enable you to acquire the knowledge and skills in
Reading, Interpreting Manual Specification independently at your own
pace or with minimum supervision or help from your teacher.
Course
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Unit of Competency
Read, Interpret, and Apply Specification and Manuals
Module Title
Reading, Interpreting and Applying Specification
and manuals
INTRODUCTION:
This module contains information and suggested learning
activities on Reading, Interpreting and Applying Specification and
Manuals. It includes instructions and procedure on how module on
Completion of this module will help you better understand the
succeeding module Applying appropriate sealant/adhesive..
This module consists of four learning outcomes. Each learning outcome contains
learning activities supported by instruction sheets. Before you perform the instructions, read
the information sheets and answer the self-check and activities provided to ascertain to
yourself and your instructor that you have acquired the knowledge necessary to perform the
skill portion of the particular learning outcome.
Upon completing this module, report to your instructor for assessment to check your
achievement of knowledge and skills requirements of this module. If you pass the
assessment, you will be given a certificate of completion.
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of the module, you should be able
to:
LO 1. identify and apply specifications found in manuals;
LO 2. interpret manuals;
LO 3. apply specified information taken from manual; and
Technical Terms
Owner’s Manual this manual supplies routine information about operating
and servicing your vehicle.
Service Manual it list every conceivable detail of maintenance and repair, from the
smallest engine part to the exact torque needed to tighten every nut and bolt.
VIN
Vehicle Identification Number
VECI
Vehicle Emission Control Information
TSBs
Technical Service Bulletins
Course:
Introduction to Automotive Technology
Unit of Competency:
READ, INTERPRET, AND APPLY SPECIFICATION
AND MANUALS
Module Title:
Reading,
Interpreting
Specification and Manual
and
Applying
Learning Outcome 1: Identify and Apply Specifications/Manuals
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Appropriate manuals to be used are identified and assessed as per job
requirement.
2. Version and date of manual are checked to ensure correct
specification and procedures.
Resources

Automotive Mechanics, 10th edition
By: Crouse/ Anglin

Modern Automotive Technology
By: James E. Duffy

Manufacturer’s Manual
Toyota Corporation
LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES
Learning Outcome 1: Identify and Assess Manual Specification
Learning Activities
1. Enumerate the importance of
manual specification
2. Enumerate the types of
information manual
Special Instructions
 Read Information Sheet and
Information Manual and answer Self
Check 1 & 2.
INFORMATION SHEET No. 1
IDENTIFY AND ASSESS MANUAL SPECIFICATION
IMPORTANCE OF MANUAL SPECIFICATION
TOPIC 1
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Objectives/Purpose (optional):
IMPORTANCE OF MANUAL SPECIFICATION
The manual describes the types of service information use by
mechanics. This information sheet explain how to use several
types of sources to locate service information, it begins by
showing you how to identify what vehicle you are working on.
This manual helps you understand the methods of operation and
the maintenance and repair procedures that apply specifically to
the vehicle.
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TYPES OF MANUALS
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Owner’s manual- this manual supplies all the necessary
routine information about operating and servicing your
vehicle among other things, it explains the proper way to start
the engine and change flat tire; how to operate the air
conditioning and radio and when to lubricate and change the
engine oil. This manual also provides minor trouble shooting
and lists such vital statistics as the capacity of the gas tank
and types of fuses require for the electrical systems.
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Service Manual – the size and thickness of a major
metropolitan telephone book, the service manual for your
vehicle is packed with technical information that will
fascinate anyone with a mechanical flair. It lists every
conceivable detail of maintenance and repair from the
smallest engine part to the exact torque needed to tighten
every nut and bolt. It describes the parts and the operation of
all the vital components and explains complex procedures.
Types of Service Manuals
There are various type of service manuals, such as
manufacturer’s manuals. It is important for you to
understand their differences.
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Manufacturer’s Manual- are published by the various
auto makers. Also called factory manuals each covers
vehicles produced by that company, usually for a oneyear period.
Specialized Service Manual- cover only specified
repair areas. They usually come in several volumes,
each covering one section of the vehicle. One may
cover engines, another body components, or electrical
systems. Specialized manuals are published by auto
maker and also after market companies.
General Repair Manuals- are sold by companies other
than the major auto makers. These volumes are like
manufacturer’s manuals, but are not as detailed.
This format provides the experienced technician with a FAST TRACK to the
information needed. The upper case task heading can be read at a glance
when necessary, and the text below it provides detailed information.
Important specifications and warnings always stand out I bold type
References
References have been kept to a minimum. However, when they are required
you are given the page to refer to.
Specifications
Specifications presented I bold type throughout the text where needed. You
never have to leave the procedure to look up your specifications. They are
also found at the end of each section for quick reference.
Cautions, Notices, Hints:
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CAUTIONS are presented in bold type, and indicate there is a
possibility of injury to you or other people.
NOTICES are also presented in bold type, and indicates the possibility
of damage to the components being repaired.
HINTS are separated from the text but do not appear in bold. They
provide additional information to help efficiency perform the repair.
SI Unit
The unit given in this manual are primarily expressed with the SI UNIT
(International System of Unit), and alternately expressed in the metric system
and in the yard/pound system.
Example:
Torque:
30 N.m (310 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf)
Course:
Introduction to Automotive Technology
Unit of Competency:
READ, INTERPRET, AND APPLY SPECIFICATION
AND MANUALS
Module Title:
Reading,
Interpreting
Specification and Manual
and
Applying
Learning Outcome 3. Apply Salient Information Taken from Manual
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Manual is interpreted according to job requirement.
2. Work procedures are correctly identified in accordance with
manufacturer’s specification.
3. Manual data are applied according to the given task.
4. Sequencing and adjustment are interpreted in accordance with
information contained on the manual or specification.
Resources

Automotive Mechanics, 10th edition
By: Crouse/ Anglin

Modern Automotive Technology
By: James E. Duffy

Manufacturer’s Manual
Toyota Corporation
LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES
Learning Outcome 3: Apply Salient Information Taken From Manual
Learning Activities
1. Students are asked to read and
interpret specific information in the
manual.
Special Instructions
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
Read specific information in the
manual.
Perform the specific information in
the manual which was read.
ACTIVITY SHEET NO. 1
LO 3: Applying Salient information taken from Manual
Title: Reading and interpreting in applying information from manuals.
Materials
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Record book
Ballpen/pencil
Learning Materials
• Manual
• Module
Instructions:
Read specific information in the manual and perform the information
that was read.
ASSESSMENT PERFORMANCE
LO
:
POINTS
WORKMANSHIP/PERFORMANCE
A. QUALITY OF WORK WITH APPLICATION OF SAFETY MEASURES
35 - EXEMPLARY
25 - ADEQUATE
10 - NEED IMPROVEMENT
B. ACCURARY OF PERFORMANCE UNDER SPECIFIED TIME LIMIT
30 - ALL WORK IS COMPLETE AND CORRECT
20 - MINOR MISTAKE OR ERROR
10 - SOME OF THE WORK MAYBE INCOMPLETE/MISDIRECTED
C. PROPER USE OF TOOLS/EQUIPMENT WITH SAFETY MEASURES
35 - SELECT/USE PROPERLY OF TOOLS/EQUIPMENT
25 - WRONG HANDLING OF TOOLS
10 - TOOLS IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THE JOB
TOTAL SCORES
SELF- CHECK No. 1
Directions:
A. Identify the following: Write your answers on a separate sheet.
_________1. It refers to the list of every conceivable detail of maintenance and
repair, from the smallest engine part to the exact torque needed to tighten every
nut and bolt.
_________2. It refers to the manual which supplies all the necessary routine information about
operating and servicing your vehicle among other things.
_________3. . It refers to a manual which cover only specified repair areas.
_________4. It refers to a manual that published by the various auto makers.
_________5. It refers to a manual which are like manufacturer’s manuals, but are not as detailed.
B. Enumeration
1. Give the importance of manual specification
Answer keys:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Service Manual
Owner’s manual
Specialized Service Manual
Manufacturer’s Manual
Genersl Repair Manual
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IMPORTANCE OF MANUAL SPECIFICATION
-describes the types of service information use by mechanics.
- explain how to use several types of sources to locate service
information
- helps to understand the methods of operation and the
maintenance and repair procedures that apply specifically to the
vehicle.