VOA 748 - Introduction to Preventative Maintenance for Diesel Mechanics- Part 3

9 Continuing Education Units (CEU). This course is not for Credit(s).

This course is designed to enable the diesel mechanic student to learn the basics of preventative maintenance for diesel vehicles. Topics to be covered include determining proper lubricant and performing oil and filter changes; testing engine oil pressure and checking the operation of the pressure sensor, inspect cooling system, perform air intake system; inspecting and testing power and ground circuits and connections for the fuel management system; performing battery load test, test instrument panel mounted vole meters; inspecting and testing the brake system; inspecting steering shaft U-joint(s); flushing and refilling power steering system; inspecting front axles and shock absorbers; and inspecting tires for wear.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1. perform oil and filter change;
2. test engine oil pressure;
3. inspect vehicle cooling system;
4. perform air intake system test;
5. inspect and test fuel management components;
6. test battery load;
7. test installed voltmeters;
8. inspect and test the brake, steering and suspension system;
9. inspect front axles and shock absorbers, and
10. inspect tires.