AMT 250 - Manual Drive Train & Axles

6 credits

This course provides basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. Instructional focus includes: clutch operation, clutch diagnosis, clutch maintenance, clutch service, basic gear theory transmission/transaxle design, shift mechanisms, synchronizer theory, power flow, gear ratios, system electrical, fluid service, disassembly and reassembly procedures, four-wheel drive theory, transfer case theory, four-wheel drive operation, all-wheel drive theory, all-wheel drive components and systems, diagnostic procedures, disassembly and reassembly procedures, CV Joint identification, CV Joint service, U-Joint identification, U-Joint operation, RWD differentials, differential service, diagnosis and inspection. Students develop trouble-shooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems based upon contemporary procedures. Emphasis is placed upon modern repair practices. Prerequisite: Credit in AMT 101, AMT 110, AMT 130, AMT 141, AMT 143, AMT 145 or instructor approval. Corequisite: Verifiable registration/attempted testing of ASE area A3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. [F]