4.00 Credits
This course emphasizes the principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of clutches, manual transmissions and trans-axles, drivelines, differentials, and front-wheel drive units. Emphasis is placed on understanding the principles of torque multiplication and speed reductions through the use of gearing, location, and interpretation of specifications, and correct troubleshooting and repair procedures. The student will learn written communication with service writers and customers through proper repair order write-ups. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1500. (3 lect., 6 lab)