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Automotive Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
Chapter 9: Reset service reminders
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Connect the vehicle’s OBD-II port to the VCI and computer correctly, following the manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Access the cluster or meter controller safely and correctly using the computer and software.
  • Update the service reminders accurately according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • Perform updates on service counters correctly, ensuring all steps meet manufacturer recommendations.

Mastering these skills helps you keep vehicles maintained on schedule, ensuring safety and reliability on the road.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Reset Service Reminders Using Vehicle Onboard Diagnostics

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Connect the OBD II diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port and reset the service reminder system as per the vehicle service manual.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
OBD II Scan ToolCleaning cotton waste
Service Manual for the VehiclePersonal Protective Equipment (overall, gloves, safety boots)
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1OBD II Scan Tool1 Pc per Candidate
2Vehicle with operational OBD port1 Pc per 5 Candidates
3Service Manual for the Vehicle1 Copy per Candidate
4Personal Protective Equipment (overall, gloves, safety boots)1 Set per Candidate
5Cleaning cotton wasteSufficient per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Access and Reset Vehicle Service Reminders
Wore personal protective equipment: overall, gloves, safety boots
(Award 1 mark each or zero x 3 = 3 marks)		3
Parked vehicle on flat surface and chocked wheels
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Opened vehicle hood and located the OBD II port
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Connected the OBD II scan tool correctly to the OBD port
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Turned ignition switch ON without starting engine
(Award 1 mark or zero)		1
Powered on diagnostic scan tool and input vehicle identification details as per manual
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Accessed service reminder menu and reset the service reminder indicator
(Award 4 marks or zero)		4
Cleared any previous error codes from the system
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Recorded or printed confirmation of reset and cleared codes
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Turned off ignition, disconnected scan tool safely and closed vehicle hood
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Sub-Total26
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Service reminder indicator successfully reset and confirmed via scan tool or dashboard display
(Award 4 marks or zero)		4
Proper connection and disconnection of diagnostic tool without damage to vehicle or tool
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Accurate recording or printing of reset confirmation and error code clearance
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL36
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Reset Vehicle Service Reminder via Dashboard Menu

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 3 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Navigate the vehicle dashboard menu to locate and reset the service reminder notification as per the vehicle user manual.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Multifunction dashboard control buttons or rotary dialOperational vehicle with electronic dashboard and service reminder system
Vehicle user/service manual
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Operational vehicle with electronic dashboard and service reminder system1 Pc per Candidate
2Vehicle user/service manual1 Copy per Candidate
3Multifunction dashboard control buttons or rotary dial1 Set per Candidate
4Personal protective equipment (overall, safety boots, gloves)1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Reset Service Reminder
Wore personal protective equipment: overall, gloves, safety boots
(Award 1 mark each or zero)		3
Parked vehicle on flat surface and applied handbrake
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Turned ignition to ON position without starting the engine
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Accessed vehicle dashboard menu using control buttons or rotary dial
(Award 3 marks for correct operation or zero)		3
Navigated to the service reminder or maintenance menu
(Award 4 marks for correct and timely navigation or zero)		4
Selected and confirmed the option to reset the service reminder
(Award 4 marks for correct selection and confirmation or zero)		4
Verified that the service reminder notification was reset or cleared
(Award 4 marks for successful reset or zero)		4
Sub-Total22
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Service reminder notification reset successfully with no error messages displayed
(Award 8 marks for complete and accurate reset or zero)		8
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • Connect the vehicle’s OBD-II port to the VCI and computer correctly, following the manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Access the cluster or meter controller safely and correctly using the computer and software.
  • Update the service reminders accurately according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • Perform updates on service counters correctly, ensuring all steps meet manufacturer recommendations.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

So, are you there yet?

You're competent when you can confidently do 50% or more of what this chapter promised.

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