Automatic Transmission andTransaxle Systems

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This course will cover the theoretical understanding of the principles,maintenance, diagnostics and adjustments required by today's electronicallycontrolled automatic transmissions and transaxles. Laboratory procedures willinclude an in-depth study of the removal, disassembly, inspection, reassembly,installation, adjustment and the diagnosis of automatic transmissions/transaxleassemblies. Topics to include: hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, andelectrical/electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions and transaxles.The use of appropriate service information, tools and equipment will beemphasized. This course provides basic theory and experience required forsuccessful completion of ASE area A2: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle.(offered spring semester only) (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite:AUT112 and AUT113.