Topics include familiarization with components along with identification and proper use of various automotive hand and power tools. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information.
Emphasis is placed on manual and automatic transmissions, transaxles, and final drive components.
Upon completion, students should be able to describe, diagnose, and determine needed service and repairs. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair various steering and suspension components, check and adjust various alignment angles, and balance wheels. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive braking systems. Topics include diagnosis and repair of battery, starting, charging, lighting, and basic accessory systems problems.