3 1/2 days (28 hours)
$589 U.S.
2.8 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) awarded
This workshop is designed to provide information on the operation and diagnostics of late-model electronic steering and suspension systems that have become popular in the marketplace. Advanced diagnostic alignment and the service and alignment of modified vehicles are part of this workshop. Service tips and alignment precautions are reviewed. The workshop also explores the current trend of modified vehicles, tire/wheel plus sizing and the impact on handling, tire life and wheel alignment. Concerns related to service and custom alignment within this popular market are addressed. The workshop is designed for the veteran chassis/driveline technician. Prerequisites for this course are either attendance of the TEC101 or a minimum of five years as an under-car technician with Automotive Service Excellence-4 (ASE-4) certification.
After completing this workshop, the student will be able to:
- Identify the operation of electronic stability systems currently in use by major vehicle manufacturers (Stabilitrac, EPS, ESC)
- Understand automatic (distance-based) cruise control
- Define the function of electronic steering systems (E steer), four-wheel steering systems (including Quadrasteer), variable-assist power steering, MagneSteer and MagnaRide
- Comprehend the operating characteristics and resetting procedures of popular tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS)
- Utilize an alignment machine to diagnose damaged or worn components by understanding SAI, Included Angle, Scrub Radius and Toe Out On Turns
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