AU 121 - Mopar CAP Automotive Brake Systems Lab

Credit Hours: 2

The operation and diagnosis of braking systems on Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles.

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

perform complete removal and replacement of all components related to the operation of the disc brake systems. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with a lab report for a grade of at least 65%;
perform complete removal and replacement of all components related to the operation of drum brake systems. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with a lab report for a grade of at least 65%;
perform proper measuring techniques for the measurement of rotor thickness, drum diameter and wheel hub run out with the usage of a dial indicator, drum micrometer and an outside micrometer. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with a lab report for a grade of at least 65%;
perform proper machining techniques for both brake Drums and rotors giving both before and after measurements. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with a lab report for a grade of at 65%;
perform complete removal and replacement of all components related to anti-lock and/or traction control system on a given vehicle. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with lab reports for a grade of at least 65%; and
using the MDS, DRB III and the proper service manual: Diagnose the anti-lock brake system on a given vehicle. Competency will be based on work quality in the lab, combined with lab reports stating your results for a grade of at least 65%.

Concurrent Registration: AU 120
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