Explores diagnosis and repair of major engine service, electrical/electronic systems, fuel/emission systems, ignition/engine control systems, ABS/traction control systems, active suspension systems, manual transmission, automatic transmission, driveline, and HVAC systems.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and traction control systems.
- Active steering and suspension system.
- Stability assist.
- A/C systems-CCOT and TXV.
- OBD2 monitors.
- Engine control and fuel injection.
- Engine rebuilding-replacement.
- Automobile transmission service.
- Explain the basic operation of an ABS system.
- Identify and compare the different types of ABS and traction systems used on various automobiles.
- Navigate the workshop electronic publication necessary to diagnose an ABS/traction control fault.
- Perform a PPT test and take the appropriate actions.
- Bleed the ABS system utilizing the NGS, WDS, IDS or Genysis service units.
- Identify traction control system components and differentiate from ABS function.
- Measure and/or test with meters and measuring instruments for English or metric measurements, then convert the results to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Write service and work order to include information regarding problem resolution and the result of the work performed.
- Perform diagnostic routines associated with electronic steering and suspension concerns.
- Use specialized tools and service equipment associated with electronic steering and suspension diagnosis and repair.
- Perform a wheel alignment, assess errors in geometry angles.
- Diagnose a HVAC concern and determine repair procedure.
- Diagnose an NVH concern associated with an engine, suspension, and brake or tire/wheel system.
- Diagnose a transmission concern and determine course of action.
Assessment and Requirements
Homework, quizzes, lab reports and a final examination. Measurable objectives will be evaluated by the instructor based on the accuracy and proficiency of objective completion.
Complete at least 95% of all the Priority 1 (P-1) items listed in the NATEF Task List for areas: Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Base Engine and Electrical/Electronics, Transmission and Driveline, HVAC and NVH.
Complete at least 80% of all the Priority 2 (P-2) items listed in the NATEF Task List for areas: Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Base Engine and Electrical/Electronics, Transmission and Driveline, HVAC and NVH.
Complete at least 50% of all the Priority 3 (P-3) items listed in the NATEF Task List for areas: Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Base Engine and Electrical/Electronics, Transmissions and Driveline, HVAC and NVH.