Lesson Plan: Maintenance of Steering Systems II
(For Senior Secondary 3 Students)
**Lesson Duration:** 80 minutes
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### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the advanced components of a steering system.
2. Identify common steering system problems and their causes.
3. Perform routine maintenance checks and minor repairs on different types of steering systems.
4. Apply safety procedures when working on steering systems.
### Materials Needed:
- Interactive whiteboard or projector
- Handouts with steering system diagrams
- Steering system components (e.g., ball joints, tie rods, power steering pump)
- Basic automotive tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.)
- Safety gear (gloves, safety glasses)
### Lesson Outline:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Roll Call:** Take attendance and ensure all students are present and settled.
2. **Recap of Previous Lesson:** Quick review of steering system basics covered in "Maintenance of Steering Systems I".
3. **Lesson Objectives:** Briefly explain what will be covered in today’s lesson.
#### Instructional Delivery (30 minutes)
1. **Advanced Components of Steering Systems:**
- Briefly discuss the different types of steering systems (manual, power, and electric).
- Introduce advanced components such as power steering pump, rack and pinion, and electronic control units.
2. **Common Problems and Causes:**
- Discuss common issues such as steering wheel vibration, hard steering, and fluid leaks.
- Explain probable causes like worn-out ball joints, low power steering fluid, and misalignment.
3. **Routine Maintenance Checks:**
- Demonstrate how to check steering fluid levels.
- Show how to inspect and test ball joints and tie rods.
- Explain the importance of checking for wear and tear in hoses and belts.
4. **Minor Repairs:**
- Provide step-by-step instructions on replacing a worn-out tie rod end.
- Discuss how to top up or change power steering fluid.
- Show how to inspect and replace power steering belts if necessary.
#### Hands-On Activity (30 minutes)
1. **Safety Briefing:** Quick reminder of safety procedures and the importance of wearing safety gear.
2. **Group Activity:**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Assign each group a specific maintenance task on the steering system (e.g., fluid check, component inspection, minor repair).
- Monitor each group, providing guidance and ensuring safety procedures are followed.
#### Conclusion (10 minutes)
1. **Review and Recap:**
- Summarize the key points covered in the lesson.
- Encourage students to ask questions for clarification.
2. **Assessment:**
- Use a quick oral quiz or ask students to demonstrate a specific maintenance procedure to assess understanding.
3. **Homework Assignment:**
- Ask students to write a short report on the importance of regular steering system maintenance and list any potential hazards if not maintained properly.
4. **Closing:**
- Provide an overview of the next lesson topic.
- Dismiss the class with a positive message.
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### Additional Notes:
- Encourage students to share any experiences they have had with steering system issues.
- Provide extra resources for students who might need additional help, such as detailed manuals or online tutorials.
- Reinforce the importance of safety, not just in the classroom, but as a general practice in all mechanical work.