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Job Description

Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 49-3023.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Automotive Specialty Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Body Wirer”

Conduct visual inspections of compressed natural gas fuel systems to identify cracks, gouges, abrasions, discoloration, broken fibers, loose brackets, damaged gaskets, or other problems.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Convert vehicle fuel systems from gasoline to butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other alternative or biofuel systems.
Inspect propane or natural gas high-pressure tanks, piping, or pressure regulators.
Service internal combustion engine systems for hybrid electric vehicles.
Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding algaecides.
Install, adjust, or repair hydraulic or electromagnetic automatic lift mechanisms used to raise and lower automobile windows, seats, and tops.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings.
Rebuild, repair, or test automotive fuel injection units.
Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
Repair or rebuild clutch systems.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.
Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
Service or repair butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other alternative or biofuel systems.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Change spark plugs, fuel filters, air filters, and batteries in hybrid electric vehicles.
Replace hydraulically assisted systems with electric-powered systems, such as power steering pumps or air conditioning compressors, to improve fuel economy.
Align wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automobiles, using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Retrofit vehicle fuel systems with aftermarket products, such as vapor transfer devices, evaporation control devices, swirlers, lean burn devices, or friction reduction devices, to enhance combustion and fuel efficiency.
Diagnose and replace or repair engine management systems or related sensors for flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) with ignition timing, fuel rate, alcohol concentration, or air-to-fuel ratio malfunctions.
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
Replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.

Related Technology & Tools

Laser photo tachometers
Feeler gauges
Continuity testers
Oil injectors
Chain hoists
Allen wrenches
Dwell meters
Workshop presses
Torque wrenches
Spark plug gapping tools
Air chisels
Sandblasters
Pneumatic chassis lubriguns
Hydraulic shop presses
Exhaust analyzers
Reamers
Socket wrench sets
Paint sprayers
Power pullers
Catalytic combustion analyzers
Wheel alignment machines
Scrapers
Slide hammers
Non-contact thermometers
Nibblers
Auto body dollies
Punches
Radiator hose pinchoff pliers
Pneumatic drills
External snap ring pliers
Polishers
Filter wrenches
Leak detection smoke machines
Shoe retaining spring tools
Ball joint separators
Impact wrenches
Scribers
Laser levels
Desktop computers
Laser printers
Wheel weight hammers
Dynamometers
Rotor/drum brake lathes
Pneumatic fluid evacuators
Ignition testers
Screw extractor sets
Mechanics' stethoscopes
Hand pullers
Pry bars
Battery jump starters
Drill presses
Dial indicators
Tube cutters
Multimeters
Vises
Strap wrenches
Personal computers
Infrared digital thermometers
Circuit testers
Buffers
Ratcheting box wrenches
Engine stands
Combustion leak detectors
Crescent wrenches
Steam cleaning equipment
Open end wrenches
Gear pullers
Shielded arc welding tools
Plasma cutters
Bore gauges
Flaring tools
Alternator testers
Pneumatic wrenches
Test lights
Power sanders
Power grinders
Metal cutting dies
Oxygen sensors
Brake cylinder hones
Lug wrenches
Winches
Compression analyzers
Single-cut mill saw files
Internal retaining ring pliers
Frame racks
Pressure brake bleeders
Hose cutters
Battery hydrometers
Utility knives
Refrigerant identifiers
Clutch holding tools
Rivet guns
Bolt cutters
Revolutions per minute RPM gauges
Tubing benders
Awls
Air hammers
Combination wrenches
Dent pullers
Voltmeters
Stickleback rasps
Computerized suspension analyzers
Tape measures
Leak detectors
Ohmmeters
Phillips head screwdrivers
Calipers
Hoists
Vacuum gauges
Wire strippers
Needlenose pliers
Diagonal cutting pliers
In-line ignition spark testers
Pipe wrenches
Steering wheel column pivot pin pullers
Strobe wheel balancing systems for heavy vehicles
Refrigerant leak detectors
Dial calipers
Inspection mirrors
Borescopes
Torx keys
Diesel modulator shift testers
Deburring tools
Safety glasses
Jacks
Exhaust/tail pipe cutters
Brake shoe tools
Light emitting diode LED leak detector lights
Engine oil pressure testers
Scan tools
Nut drivers
Wire brushes
Wheel balancers
Tachometers
Workshop cranes
Straight blade screwdrivers
Soldering irons
Welding masks
Angle drills
Air compressors
Disc brake pad spreaders
Personal digital assistants PDA
Hacksaws
Wire cutters
Butterfly air wrenches
Grease guns
Magnetic pickup tools
Air conditioner chargers
Brake drum lathes
Anvils
Spark plug testers
Brake bleeders
Air wrenches
Metal cutting taps
Hydraulic bleed tools
Hammers
Fuel injection cleaners
Oil filter wrenches
Jack stands
Ratcheting gear wrenches
Manifold gauge sets
Ammeters
Oscilloscopes
Tire pressure gauges
Shears
Breaker bars
Antenna socket sets
Reciprocating saws
Spot welding kits
Vacuum pumps
Spark plug sockets
Tire changing machines
Offset brake wrenches
Valve seating equipment
Channel lock pliers
Metal inert gas MIG welders
Code readers
Clutch wrenches
Heat guns
Transmission jacks
Pneumatic orbital sanders
Ratchets
Clamp-on multimeters

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