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How to Use this Module ………………………………………….. i

Introduction……………………………………………………………. ii

Learning Outcome 1 ………………………………………………… 1

Learning Experiences/ Activities ……………………….. 2
Information Sheet 1 ……………………………………….. 3
Self Check 1.1 ………………………………………………. 7
Operation Sheet 1... ……………………………………….. 8
Learning Outcome 2….……………………………………………… 9
Learning Activity ……………………………………………. 9
Information Sheet 1 ……………………………………….. 10
Self Check 1.1 ………………………………………………. 11
Operation Sheet 1... ……………………………………….. 12
Assessment Performance …………………………………… 14
Assessment Performance …………………………………… 15
Answer Key ………………………………………………… 16

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 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module “Testing and Repairing Wiring/Electrical

System”. This module contains training materials and activities for you to
complete.
The unit of competency “Test and Repair Electrical Wiring/Lighting
System” contains the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for
Automotive Servicing course required to obtain the National Certificate
(NC) level & II.
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,, Operation Sheets and Activity
Sheets. Do 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 teacher for assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You have already some basic knowledge and skills covered in this module
because you have been working for some time; and already completed
training in this area.
If you can demonstrate competence to your teacher in a particular skill,
talk to your teacher so you don’t have to undergo the same training again. If
you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous trainings
show it to him/her. If the skills you acquired are consistent with and
relevant to this module, they become part of the evidence. You can present
these for RPL. If you are not sure about your competence skills, discuss this
with your teacher.
After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your
competence. 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.
In this module, you will find the activities for you to complete and
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 Testing and
Repairing Wiring/Lighting System independently at your own pace with
minimum supervision from your teacher.

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Program/Course: AUTOMOTIVE SERVICING NC 1

Unit of Competency: Test and Repair Wiring/Lighting System

Module Title: Testing and Repairing Wiring/Lighting System

INTRODUCTION:

This module contains information and suggested learning activities on

testing and repairing electrical system. It includes instructions and
procedure on how to use hand tools and electrical instruments in
accordance to manual instructions and specification.

Completion of this module will help you understand the succeeding

module on Test and Repair Wiring/Lighting System.

This module consists of four (2) learning outcomes. Each learning

outcome contains learning activities with instruction sheets. Before you
follow the instruction, read the information sheets and answer the self-
check and activities provided to assess your competence by your teacher.
He/she will check if you have acquired the knowledge necessary to perform
the skill portion of the particular learning outcome.

Upon completing this module, report to your teacher for assessment. If

you pass the assessment, you will be given a certificate of completion.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the module the trainees/students should be able to:

LO1 Test electrical system for open and short circuits to determine
faults.
LO2 Repair electrical system

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Refer to assessment criteria of learning outcomes 1-2 of this module.

PREREQUISITES

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 The learner should be able to read electrical diagram

TECHNICAL TERMS

AMMETER- a test meter to measure current draw

BACK UP LIGHTS- a light that illuminates the back of the car when the
transmission is shifted in reverse.

CONTINUITY- refers to the circuit being continuous with no open.

DIMMER SWITCH- a two position switch operated by the driver to select

High or low head light beam.

FUSE- a replaceable circuit protection device that will melt. Should the
Current passing through it exceeds its rating.

OHMMETER- a test meter resistance and continuity in a circuit.

PARKING LIGHTS- a light that marks the front of a parked vehicle and to
mark the front of a vehicle if a headlamp fails.

TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS- a lights when indicates an intended change in

directions by flashing lights on the side towards
which the turn will be made.

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Program/Course: Automotive Servicing
Unit of Competency: Test and Repair Wiring/Lighting System
Module Title: Testing and Repairing Wiring/Lighting
System

Learning Outcome 1: Test electrical system of open and short circuit to

determine faults.

Assessment Criteria

 Correct information is assessed and interpreted from appropriate

manufacturer’s specifications.

 Tests are to determine faults using appropriate tools and techniques.

 Faults are administered, interpreted and applied

 Tests are completed without causing damage to the workplace property or

vehicle.

Resources

 Basic Automotive Electricity

By: Felizardo Francisco & Orvil Molina

 Automotive Electricity, Electronics and Computer Controls

By: Barry Hollembeak

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 1: Test Electrical System

Learning Activities Special Instructions

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 1. Read the attached information  Try to answer self-check
sheet no. 1. Purpose of wiring without looking at the information
lighting circuit and components. sheet.

2. Answer self-check no.1 to test your

knowledge on the purpose or
importance of wiring lighting
circuit and components.  Try to answer the self-
check with in the least possible time
3. Compare your answer to answer allotment.
key LO 1.

4. After completion, read the

operation sheet no. 1.  Try to answer assessment
criteria base on operation sheet no.1.
5. Perform test wiring/lighting circuit
on wiring mock-up.
 Return Demo

INFORMATION SHEET No. 1

Automotive Lighting System and Components

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 The automobile uses electric lighting to provide the illumination
or light needed to safely operate the vehicle especially night time, the various
lights provide vision and information to the driver to other drivers and
pedestrians. The automotive lighting system consists of the components. A
wire, switches, relays that operate the interior and exterior lights on car.

Exterior Lights

Typically include the headlights, signal lights, stoplights,

parking lights, back up lights and side marker lights.

Interior Lights

Normally include the dome light, instrument light, in the dash

board, trunk light.

Head Lamp System

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 The head lamp system includes the battery, head lamp-related
wiring fuse panel, light switch, dimmer switch, head lamps, tail lights,
and instrument light.

Head Lamp Switch- is an on/off switch and rheostat in the dash

panel or on the steering column.

Dimmer Switch- controls the high and low head lamp beam function.
This switch may be mounted on the steering column or flow board.

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 Turn Light System

The turn light system basically consists of a fuse, switch,

flasher, unit, turn light bulbs, indicator bulbs and related wiring. The
turn signal light permit the driver to signal as intention to turn right
or left.

Emergency Light System

The emergency light system also tamed hazard warning system,

the emergency light switch is normally mounted on the steering
column, it is usually a push-pull switch.

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 Stop Light

The stop light system is commonly made up of a fuse, brake

light switch, two rear lamps, and wiring. The brake light switch is
normally mounted on the brake pedal.

Back-up Light System

A back-up is typically has a fuse, transmission mounted switch,

two back-up lamp and wiring to connect these component.

The back lamp switch closes the light circuit when the
transmission is shifted into reverse, the illuminate the area behind the
car.

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 SELF CHECK No. 1

LO 1. TEST ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Direction: On your answer sheet, write the letter of your answer

_______ 1. The exterior lights consists of several components except

one
a. signal light c. parking light
b. stop light d. dome light

_______ 2. The type of switch that control the high and low head
lamp beam function
a. signal switch c. dimmer switch
b. hazard switch d. stop light switch

_______ 3. The components of exterior light which is mounted on the

the brake pedal
a. back-up light c. emergency light
b. stoplight d. signal light

_______ 4. The back-p light switch is mounted on the side of the..

a. transmission c. differential
b. engine d. brake pedal

_______ 5. Type of lighting system that permit the driver to turn

the vehicle to the left or right.
a. stop light system c. back-up light system
b. signal light system d. head lamp system

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 OPERATION SHEET No. 1

Connecting Back up Light Circuit

CONDITIONS:

Supplies and Materials

 Automotive wires

Tools

 Electrical Pliers
 Long nose plier
 Test light
 Screw Driver

Equipment

 Battery 12 volts
 Electrical mock-up/Vehicle

Plan/Working Drawing

PROCEDURE

1. Prepare the necessary tools and materials/equipment

2. Connect a wire to the lamp specified as the back-up light to the back-
up switch found on the transmission.

3. Connect the other terminal to one terminal of the fuse box.

4. Connect a wire from the fuse box to the ACC terminal of the ignition
switch
.
5. Connect a wire from the fuse box to the AM terminal of the ignition
switch.

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 6. Connect a wire from AM terminal to the positive terminal of the
amphere, and a wire from negative terminal to the positive terminal of
the battery.

7. Connect the negative terminal of the battery to the ground a part of

the vehicle.
Program/Course: Automotive Servicing
Unit of Competency: Test and Repair Wiring/Lighting System
Module Title: Testing and Repairing Wiring/Lighting
System

Learning Outcome 2. Repair Electrical Systems

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Correct information is assessed and interpreted using appropriate
tools and equipment
2. Necessary repairs are carried out using appropriate tools, techniques
and materials
3. Electrical system is repaired without causing damage to the work
place, property or vehicle

Resources

 Basic Automotive Electricity

By: Felizardo Francisco & Orvil Molina

 Automotive Electricity, Electronics and Computer Controls

By: Barry Hollembeak

LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 2: Repair Electrical System

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read the attached information  Refer to manufacturer’s

sheet no.1 Safety Measures in service manuals on repairing
Repairing Electrical Circuits. electrical circuit.
2. Answer self check LO 2-1 to test  Answer the self check

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 your knowledge. without looking at the information
3. Compare your answer to answer sheet.
key LO2-1.  Try to answer the self
4. Read and perform operation sheet check with in the least possible time
no. 1 on repair/replace of electrical allotted.
system  Refer to operation sheet
5. Call your teacher for evaluation. no.1.

INFORMATION SHEET No. 2

SAFETY MEASURE’S IN REPAIRING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Safety is an inherent responsibility the teacher, he further outlined

that assignment of safety responsibility in all students is a basic
requirement. Most accidents can be prevented if all students cooperate in
eliminating unsafe condition and acts. To this end, each individual is
responsible for understanding and applying safety rules, standards, and
regulations in all activities safety consciousness will help prevent personal
injury and damage to property.

The lighting system of the vehicle should be check whenever the

vehicle is brought into the shop for repairs. Often a costumer may not be
aware of a light failure. If a lighting circuit is not operating properly there is
a potential danger to the driver and other people.

The electrical circuit of the vehicle is becoming very complex, there

maybe over 50 light bulbs and hundreds of feet of wiring in the lighting
circuits. The circuits include protectors, switches, lamps, and connectors.

Any failure requires a systematic approach to diagnose, locate and

repair or correct the fault in the minimum of time. When performing repairs
on the lighting or electrical circuits/systems, the repairs must assure
vehicle safety and meet all the applicable laws, be sure to use the correct
lamp type and size for the application.

Before performing any lighting systems test or repair, check the

battery connections, also be sure all cable connections are remove visually
check the wires for damage and insulation, loose connections and improper
routing.

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 SELF-CHECK No. 2

REPAIR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

DIRECTION: On your answer sheet, write the letter of your answer.

____________1. Before performing any lighting system repairs or tests check

the following except one.
a.) battery b.) tire c.) cable connection d.) wires for damage

____________2. All are the circuits include in the vehicle except.

a.) protectors b.) switches c.) lamps d.) battery

____________3. The lighting systems of the vehicle should be checked to

avoid.
a.) danger to the driver and other people
b.) improper functioning of the lighting circuits
c.) prevent injury and damaged to property
d.) all of the above.

____________4. In repairing the lighting system of the vehicle the following

must be observed.
a.) be sure to use the correct lamp types
b.) size of the wire to be use
c.) assure safety at all times
d.) all of the above

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____________5. How many light bulbs and feet of wiring in the lighting
circuits.
a.) 10 bulbs and 2 feet of wire
b.) 15 bulbs and 3 feet of wire
c.) 50 bulbs and hundreds of feet of wiring
d.) 20 bulbs and 5 feet of wires

OPERATION SHEET NO. 2

HEAD LIGHT REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT

CONDITIONS:
Supplies and Materials:
 Headlamp
 Test lamp
 Soldering iron
 Electrical tapes
 Wire terminal
Tools:
 Philip screw drivers
 Standard screw drivers
 Electrical pliers
 Wrenches(Box and Open)

Equipment:
 Battery (12 volts)
 Electrical mock-up/Vehicle

PROCEDURE:

The teacher will discuss the procedure with the students with the aid
of diagram and pictures demonstration. Then the students will do the
procedure themselves.

1. Place fender covers around the work area

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 2. This type of replacement usually requires the removal of the bezel.
( The bezel is the retaining trim around a component)

3. Remove the retaining ring screws and the retaining trim. Do not turn
the two headlight aiming adjustment screw.
4. Remove the headlight from the shell assembly
5. Disconnect the wire connector from the back of the lamp
6. check the wire connector for corrosion or other foreign materials.
Clean as needed.

7. Coat the connector terminals and the prongs of the new headlight
with the dielectric grease to prevent corrosion.
8. Install the wire connector to the headlight prongs and place the
headlight into the shell assembly. When positioning the headlight, be
sure the embossed number is at the top.
9. Install the retainer trim and fasteners.
10. Check the operation of the headlight.
11. Check headlight aiming as described.
12. Install the headlight bezel.

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 ASSESSMENT PERFORMANCE

LO 2. Test Automotive battery

Workmanship/Performance Points

A. Quality of Work with Application of Safety Measures

35 - Exemplary

25 - Adequate

10 – Need improvement

B. Accuracy 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

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 25 – Wrong handling of tools

10 – Tools is not suitable for the job

TOTAL SCORES

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Workmanship/Performance

Quality of Work with application of safety measures

35 – Functional

25 – Not Functional

10 – None Functional

Accuracy of Performance under specified time limit

30 – All procedures are followed

20 – 3-5 procedures are followed

10 – more than 5 procedures are not followed

Proper use of tools/equipment with safety measures

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 35 – select/use properly of tool/equipment

25 – wrong handling of tools

10 – tools is not suitable for the job.

ANSWER KEY

No. 1

1. d – dome light

2. c – dimmer switch

3. b – stoplight

4. a – transmission

5. b – signal light system

No. 2

1. B
2. D

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 3. D
4. D
5. C

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2008

First Published JUNE 2008

This draft was prepared at the Competency-Based Learning Materials

Development Workshop conducted at the Development Academy of the
Phils, Tagaytay City on May 5-10, 2008.

This learning instrument was developed by the following personnel:

Technology Teacher:

George C. Callanta
Don Alejandro Roces, Sr. Science-Technology High School
Quezon City

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 John M. Diego
Isabela School of Arts and Trades
Isabela

Robert S. Domingo
AFG Bernardino Malolos Trade School
Malolos, Bulacan

Lino A. Olit
Calapan Community Vocational HS
Calapan Mindoro

Romeo DQ. Ibloguin

E. Rodriguez Vocational HS
Sta. Mesa, Manila

Nelson C. Señedo
Tagum National High School
Tagum, Davao del Norte

English:

Belen L. Tado
Tagum National High School
Tagum, Davao del Norte
Facilitators:

Ms. Beatrice A. Adriano

Encoder:

Rowena S. Fonacier

This work was produced with funding provided by the Department of

Education.

REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING

1. Modern Automotive Service and System

By: James E. Duffy

2. Basic Automotive Service and System

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 By: Jay Webster

3. Automotive Mechanics, 10th Edition

By: William Crouse and Donald Anglin

4. Manufacturer’s Manual
By: Toyota Corporation

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