AUTO 241 Engine Performance

• Perform non-invasive engine mechanical tests related to diagnosing drivability problems
• Use manufacturer flow chart testing sequences and apply knowledge to diagnosing problems and repairing customer vehicles
• Identify fuel chemistry, types, additives, and refining process
• Identify the combustion process and the effect of air/fuel ratios on emission control
• Identify construction and operation of fuel delivery components and make proper test of electrical fuel pumps on fuel injection systems
• Remove and replace components on typical fuel systems
• Identify computerized fuel management systems by manufacturer and apply knowledge to the diagnosis and repair of fuel management systems
• Diagnose fuel injection related drivability problems and making repairs and adjustments as necessary
• Apply the knowledge of standard & tuned port induction systems to diagnose intake volumetric efficiency problems
• Identify exhaust system and volumetric efficiency problems
• Identify forced induction systems both turbocharger and supercharger systems including intercoolers and waste gates
• Use logical testing sequences and apply knowledge to diagnosing problems and repairing customer vehicles
• Identify vehicle emissions and their relationship to each other
• Identify manufactures typical computer control network systems
• Diagnose automotive computer systems