Unit Specs tab

The Specs Tab keeps track of the specifications of a unit by component code. This is where you can set up information about large components (such as the engine and transmission) and small components (such as brakes or alternators). Remember that when you set up specs for the same component code, you must also select a position code, or you will be unable to post the specification.

You can add custom specification fields to a component with the Component Specifications page. You open the page by going to Menu > Setup > Component Specifications.

The Specs tab includes the Unit Specifications by Component Code section.

Field Definition

Component

Component codes are based on the ATA standard component codes for Systems, Assemblies, and Parts on a unit. The codes are developed in three sets of three digits. They are separated by dashes:

  • XXX: Three digits represent a System on a unit. This is the highest level of a component. For example, 013 is the component code for Brakes.

  • XXX-XXX: Three digits dash three digits represent an Assembly on a unit. For example, 013-001 is the component code for the Front Brakes and Drums.

  • XXX-XXX-XXX: Three digits dash three digits dash three digits represent a Part on a unit. For example, 013-001-014 is a Front Brake Shoe.

For details about component codes, see Component code overview.

Description

Component code description

Position

Meter location on the unit (applies to physical meters only)

Make

Specification manufacturer’s ID

Note: The system uses the standard ATA codes for the manufacturer’s ID.

Model

Manufacturer’s model number for the specification

Part

Part number specified by the manufacturer

Capacity

Load or volume capacity for the selected component

Serial Number

Serial number for the selected component

Part Type

Part type classifies the part.

Valid part types include:

  • Accessory: an accessory (such as engines, transmissions, GPS systems) is a major component on equipment. It is commonly a serialized part.

  • Casing: a casing is a tire that needs to be re-capped. This part type is commonly used when the Tire Module has been purchased.

  • Fluids: you use fluids on fuel tickets and repair orders. When setting up a fluid, the Fluid Type field appears. An entry in the field is required.

  • Kit: a kit contains multiple parts. When you charge a kit part ID on an order, the system charges the parts that make up the kit on the order, automatically.

  • Spare: this is a Spare tire on a unit. It is commonly used when the Tire Module has been purchased.

  • Standard: use this type for all parts that do not fit into the special categories above

  • Supplies: supplies are items that you do not normally charge on a repair order, such as shop towels

  • Tire: special designation for tires tracked in inventory