AUT 652 - Adv Automotive Electricity

1. Perform electrical checks using test equipment during electrical system diagnosis
   1. Demonstrate voltmeter use
   2. Measure current with an ammeter
   3. Check resistance with an ohmmeter
   4. Check electrical circuits with a test lamp
   5. Use fused jumper wires
   6. Inspect and test fuses, fusible links, and circuit breakers
   7. Inspect and test switches, connectors, and solid state devices
   8. Locate shorts, opens, and hi resistance in circuits
   9. Determine needed action
2. Research vehicle service information during electrical system diagnosis
   1. Locate vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins
   2. Perform a system functional check
   3. Use principles of electricity to develop a diagnostic strategy
   4. Use wiring diagrams during the diagnosis (troubleshooting) of electrical/electronic circuit problems
   5. Use component locator charts
   6. Locate connector end views, identity connector terminals, and connector cavities
   7. Interpret circuit description and operation
   8. Locate power distribution schematics
   9. Locate ground distribution schematics
   10. Follow diagnostic flow charts
3. Perform diagnosis and service of vehicle lighting systems
   1. Diagnose the cause of improper lighting system operation
   2. Inspect interior and exterior lighting system components including lamps and sockets
   3. Replace and aim headlamp assemblies
   4. Identify system voltage and safety precautions associated with high-intensity discharge headlights
   5. Determine needed action
4. Diagnose vehicle motor-driven circuits
   1. Diagnose the cause of improper wiper/washer operation
   2. Inspect and test blower motors and controls
   3. Inspect and test electric cooling fan circuits
   4. Troubleshoot power window faults
   5. Diagnose power door lock faults
   6. Remove and reinstall an inner door panel
   7. Use a scan tool during body systems diagnosis
   8. Determine needed action
5. Analyze assorted circuits
   1. Inspect and test instrument panel gauge and warning indicator circuits
   2. Inspect and test gauge and warning indicator sending units and related wiring circuits
   3. Inspect and test driver information systems and circuits
   4. Diagnose incorrect horn operation.
   5. Disarm and enable the airbag system for vehicle service
   6. Determine needed action
6. Evaluate charging systems
   1. Diagnose the cause of no charge, under charge, and over charge conditions
   2. Determine needed action
7. Test starting systems.
   1. Inspect and test starting system components and circuits
   2. Determine needed action
8. Identify microprocessor controlled systems
   1. Examine processor controlled charging systems
   2. Identify processor controlled starter circuits
   3. Identify processor controlled lighting circuits
   4. Examine processor controlled power accessory circuits
9. Analyze microprocessor operation
   1. List types of memory
   2. Explain digital signals
   3. Describe multiple processor communication protocols
   4. Recognize analog inputs
   5. Summarize digital outputs
   6. Identify sources of EMI/RFI
10. Examine Network data communication systems
    1. Identify communication protocols used
    2. Examine module to module communication
    3. Identify electronic modules, security systems, radios, and other accessories that require re-initialization or code entry after reconnecting vehicle battery
    4. Describe the process for software transfers, software updates, or flash reprogramming on electronic modules