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DG 1110-3-126
August 1976
a. Automatize repair is an authorized activity within the
2-1 Automotive
Army Arts & Crafts program. Due to the nature of this
activity, a separate specialized facility is authorized for
Craft Activities
each installation.
b. Basic automotive service operations are performed in
Auto Crafts Centers. In addition, facilities are provided
for instructional programs, club meetings, administrative
tasks, tool issuance, and storage, and limited sales of parts.
c.
Repair and maintenance activities can be categorized
by work performed on the following components:
Engines
(1)
Fuel Systems
(2)
Electrical Systems
(3)
(4)
Suspension Systems
Braking Systems
(5)
Clutch/Drive Line Systems
(6)
Transmission
(7)
Differentials
(8)
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems
(9)
Bodies and Fenders
(lo)
d. Specifically, activities are oriented toward the con-
structive repair and maintenance of personal vehicles such
as cars, trucks, trailers, motorcycles and bicycles. Vehicle
owners must perform their own repairs with only guid-
ance from supervisors. Because of high demands on facili-
ties, priority is given to those activities which can be com-
pleted in a relatively short time. Shop supervisors are
required to limit the scope of a project to the ability of
the individual. Therefore, many highly specialized opera-
tions are not generally performed, and long term repairs
are authorized on a space available basis. Some storage
space must be provided for inoperative vehicles, but many
installations require disposition of abandoned vehicles,
supplies, and personal property left over 30 days.
e. Generally the larger Auto Crafts Centers have tools
and equipment available to accomplish the following:
Motor tune-up, engine overhaul and cleaning
(1)
Wheel balancing and tire repairs
(2)
Steering and front-end alignment
(3)
Brake repair and adjustments
(4)
Differential adjustment and repair
(5)
Fuel, cooling, exhaust, ignition and electrical sys-
(6)
tem work
Clutch and transmission repair
(7)
Oil changing and lubrication
(8)
Headlight adjustments
(9)
Body repair and spray painting
(lo)
Cutting and welding parts
(11)
Air conditioner repair
(12)
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