Understanding Automotive Technology and Repair Volume 4
Interactive Training Series

Audience:		Anyone interested in pursuing a career or furthering their career as an Automotive Technician.
Average Training Time:		2 to 3 hours per volume NOTE
Format/ Product Code:		CD-ROM (MPEG Video)/ DLMRATR
Produced by:		Delmar Thompson Learning

TOPICS
This volume presents interactive instruction covering the following topical areas:

Understanding Automotive Braking Systems

• Brake Linings
• Disc Brakes
• Drum Brakes
• Hydraulic Systems
• Brake Fluid
• Combination Valve
• Vacuum Booster
• Review of Understanding Automotive Braking Systems

How to Diagnose Automotive Braking Systems

• Brake Linings
• Leaks
• Brake Pull
• Low Pedal
• Pulsation
• Engine Noise
• Brake Noise
• Illuminated ABS Light
• Review of How to Diagnose Braking Problems

Understanding Automotive Steering Systems

• Suspension System
• Steering System
• Alignment
• Camber
• Caster
• Toe
• Review of Understanding Automotive Steering Systems

How to Diagnose Auto Steering and Suspension Problems

• Visual Inspection
• Dry Park Check
• Ride Height
• Suspension Inspection
• Alignment
• Review of Diagnosing Auto Steering and Suspension Problems

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
This course will measure mastery on each of the following performance objectives. Upon completion, workers will be able to...

Know how braking systems work

1. Explain how brakes work.
2. List the types of brake linings.
3. Recall the ratio of front to rear braking force on a rear wheel drive car.
4. Recall when drum brakes experience pedal fade.
5. Identify components of a disk brake assembly.

Know how hydraulic systems work

1. Recall the fundamental principle of hydraulics.
2. Explain how the master cylinder pistons work.
3. Explain the force applied by a piston.
4. Describe the attributes of brake fluids.
5. Identify when a metering valve is used.
6. Explain how a metering valve works.
7. Describe weight transfer when brakes are applied.
8. Describe how a vacuum booster works.

Recall causes of brake system failure

1. Identify brake pull as a common brake problem.
2. Recognize the importance of leaks.
3. Explain how a split system works.
4. Explain "master cylinder bypassing".
5. Identify causes of brake pull.
6. Identify causes of low pedal.
7. Identify causes of pulsation.
8. Recall rotor thickness variations.
9. Identify causes of brake pull.

Know how the suspension system works

1. Identify the different suspension systems.
2. Explain the purpose of shock absorbers.

Know how the steering system works

1. Explain how a recirculating ball steering system works.
2. Explain how a rack-and-pinion steering system works.
3. Explain how camber affects steering.
4. Explain how caster affects steering.
5. Identify when all wheels are in alignment.
6. Explain how toe affects tire wear.

Understand how to diagnose a steering complaint

1. Recall the first steps of the diagnosis procedure.
2. Explain how to inspect tires.
3. Explain how a rack-and-pinion steering system works.
4. Explain how a recirculating ball steering system works.
5. Recall ride height must be within specifications.
6. Identify incorrect wheel alignment.

Understand how to diagnose a suspension complaint

1. Recall when to replace struts.
2. Identify suspension noises.
3. Explain how to read wear indicators.
4. Explain how to do a visual suspension inspection.

More information on the Automotive Technology and Repair series

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