This course introduces technicians to all the essential skills necessary for DD engine diagnostics. Focusing on how to gather important service information stored on the DTNA network, such as, Power Service Literature, relating concepts of basic electricity to the DD engine sensor system and detailed usage of the DiagnosticLink electronic service tool. It will also cover how to program engine controllers using DiagnosticLink and an overview of using DDEC Reports.

Through this course, technicians will learn aspects of major repair with a focus on engine systems. As they are given the opportunity to disassemble and reassemble the engine, they will learn how to properly use Power Service Literature for tasks including how to set the gear train and gear lash, set valve lash and engine brake lash. This course covers component differences that the technicians will see between the different releases of DD engines and basic failure analysis of key components.

This course provides a detailed look at how the components of the fuel systems work. Technicians will learn how to use the latest electronic service routines and troubleshooting material to diagnose fault code or symptom based issues with the fuel system. This course will cover the evolution of the DD engine fuel system from its initial EPA07 release through to the newest GHG17 release.

This course focuses on DD engines and aftertreatment systems by taking an extensive look at the components, diagnostics and operation. Technicians will be taken through the advancement of the turbocharger and EGR system components. Technicians will be taught the proper operation and diagnostics of air system components, including symptom and electronic based concerns. Along with the log file analysis and hands on exercises to study ATS diagnostics and repair.

This course is designed to give technicians an in-depth understanding of the internal engine components by taking the time to look at how the components interact with one another. This course also discusses diagnostic information pertaining to DD Medium Duty engines.

As the foundation of the vehicle training program, this course provides technicians with complete coverage of DTNA and vendor service literature that supports all troubleshooting and repair efforts. Covering systems such as: main & cab air suspension systems and adjustment, clutch & linkage operation and adjustment, power steering systems, as well as air brake/ABS systems, technicians will learn the operation, trouble shooting and repair of mechanical systems on heavy duty vehicles.

This course focuses on the electrical fundamentals as they apply to circuitry. Technicians will learn how to diagnose common electrical issues across various Daimler vehicles as they build series, parallel and series parallel circuits. Technicians will also build multiple circuits with relays and multiple controls to provide a comprehensive understanding of electrical operation and problem conditions.

This course will familiarize technicians with state of the art control systems on medium and heavy duty trucks, including instruction on how ECU’s monitor sensors and control out-puts. Through this course, emphasis will be directed on how all sensors, temperature sensors, position sensors, pressure sensors and hall effect sensors work and how to detect faults.

This course is designed to give technicians an in-depth understanding of the components, operation, control and diagnostics of the heating system. Technicians will learn the fundamental laws of heat energy and heat transfer related to A/C systems, in order to provide a better understanding of refrigerant system operation, performance testing and diagnostics. Technicians will learn service procedures recovery, evacuation and charging. This course also includes the operating fundamentals and diagnostics of the Park Smart system.

Through this expert level course, technicians will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Business Class M2’s multiplexed electrical system. Using DiagnosticLink, VehicleInfo, PartsPro and EZWiring to detect and repair problems in all vehicle systems. Technicians will be familiarized with the functions, operation and troubleshooting for all of the electronically controlled systems including: lighting, instrumentation, HVAC, body builder interface, air management system, and the multiplexed electrical system.

Through this expert level course, technicians will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Cascadia’s multiplexed electrical system. Technicians will be trained on the functions, operation and troubleshooting for all of the electronically controlled systems including: lighting, instrumentation, HVAC, air management system, and the multiplexed electrical system. Using available resources such as: DiagnosticLink, VehicleInfo, PartsPro and EZWiring to detect and repair problems in all vehicle systems.

Technicians will be introduced to P4 model specific service information resources and gain hands-on experience troubleshooting New Cascadia systems. This course will cover troubleshooting new technology, power distribution, HVAC, and multiplexed control systems, using DiagnosticLink for troubleshooting.

Although not a transmission overhaul course, technicians will be provided with the knowledge of component identification and basic mechanical transmission operation while using special transmission service routines in DiagnosticLink as well as transmission diagnostics with an emphasis on log file analysis and basic parameter management.