AUTO 283 - Engine Performance III

(R only) CE

An advanced course focusing on emission controls and driveability. Class discusses current OBD formats in detail including interpretation of DTCs, freeze-frame data, serial data, and readiness monitors. Exhaust gas analysis is covered. Laboratory exercises emphasize current service and diagnostic procedures. May be taken with AUTO 282. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in AUTO 180. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory, one hour discussion each week.

4 semester hours

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

Verify drivability complaints using the diagnostic process.
Retrieve, interpret, and diagnose scanner data, freeze frame data, and DTCs.
Interpret readiness monitors using scanner.
Diagnose rich/lean poor fuel economy and drivability concerns.
Diagnose no start complaints.
Diagnose misfire/cut-out complaints.
Diagnose knock/backfire complaints.
Diagnose pre and post catalyst complaints.
Diagnose evaporative emissions complaints.

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