TMC – Quality – Engine Bolt

I had just arrived for the day and was tasked with carrying out a spanner check on the Ma7da, as it had completed testing the previous day.

Having carried out spanner checks on the Ma7da for several months, I had developed a routine.

My routine typically involved dividing the car into sections, checking each section individually, and then taking a photograph of each section. I would highlight the checks I had completed on the photographs to provide photographic evidence of my work.

However, while checking the engine mounting bolts, I noticed that two were missing and the third, which was the only remaining bolt holding the engine in place, was very loose.

I immediately informed my boss, Matt, about the situation, explaining that two engine mounting bolts were missing and the remaining bolt was very loose.

We then decided to order replacement bolts to rectify the issue.

Replacement Bolts ordered to rectify issue

Finding this issue filled me with pride, as I had identified a potential reliability problem before it could develop into a failure.

I was also congratulated by others for identifying the issue, which was rewarding as it showed that my work had been noticed.

This experience also demonstrated that the inspection methods I had developed were effective.