AUT 113 - Suspension/ Steering/ Brakes

Institution:

Northern Maine Community College

Subject:

Description:

3 class hours, 9 lab hours Under-car Chassis: Tires, tire changing, wheel balancing, suspension systems (conventional and McPerson strut); basic steering systems (conventional and rack and pinion), diagnosis of steering problems and frontend inspection; brake systems service, inspection and reconditioning of rotors, pads, drums, shoes, master cylinders, hydraulic lines and other related parts; complete brake repair process covered in detail. Wheel Alignment: Diagnosing suspension and steering problems; theory of front-end geometry including purpose of caster, camber, steering-axis inclination, turning radius and toe-in toe-out; techniques of performing two and four wheel alignments; actual alignment is done on operational vehicles.

Credits:

6.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 768-2700

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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