AUTO 262 - Battery/Starting/Charging

(R only) CE

Discusses purpose, parts, operation, and failure diagnosis of automotive batteries, cranking systems, and charging systems. Cruise control, remote keyless entry, theft deterrent, and remote start systems are also covered. Laboratory exercises emphasize on-vehicle use of common and specialized electrical service tools. May be taken with AUTO 263. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in AUTO 161. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Inspect, service, test, and replace the low voltage (12V) battery of a conventional, hybrid, or electric powered vehicle.
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair the starting system of a conventional vehicle.
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair the charging system of a conventional vehicle.

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