Identification should include
- determining the contaminant: dirt, water, antifreeze, metal (e.g., steel, aluminum, brass), rubber
- analyzing the source of possible entry, based upon the contaminant
- determining any needed action.
ASE 2: VIII. Hydraulics: C. Filtration/Reservoirs (Tanks)
Process/Skill Questions:
- How does identifying the contaminant help determine the source of the problem?
- Why is flushing a system important after a failure in the hydraulic system?