In this class, John Thornton delivers a variety of diagnostic techniques used to solve a mix of difficult driveability problems on Asian vehicles. Key points include scan data interpretation, service information usage, and solid engine testing techniques for ignition, fuel and engine mechanical.
Topics covered:
• 2019 Nissan Maxima Air:Fuel Sensor Issue
• 2008 Mazda CX-7 Hard to Start Warm
• 2015 Honda CR-V No Start
• 2008 Subaru Tribeca Bank 1 Misfires
• 2012 Acura MDX Fuel Injector Misfire
• 2016 Kia Soul 1.6L Mechanical Misfire
• 2007 Prius Gateway Issue
• Nissan ECM J2534 Programming Overview
John uses case studies as teaching tools to explain system theory, testing techniques and data interpretation in real-world examples. Each case study in this class has three steps:
1. How to choose your best diagnostic starting point using scan data.
2. Brief discussion of how your problem system works.
3. Describe the steps taken to diagnose with a variety of tools.
John encourages technicians to use these three steps to create their own diagnostic process and testing procedures.
Instructor John Thornton
Class Length approx 4 hrs
PDF Class Manual included, to be downloaded after logging in to watch the video
Streaming Delivery
Watch whenever you want! Login credentials for the ASI site will be emailed to you from AESwave.
About John Thornton
For the past 20 years, John has provided the automotive aftermarket with hands-on and classroom training on a wide variety of topics, including: engine and transmission driveability, module programming, bus communication issues, and electrical diagnosis, lab scopes and scan tools. In the process he has become the foremost trainer in the nation for professional technicians, school instructors, and technical trainers.
The information and techniques John presents have been gleaned over 30 years in the Chicago area as a diagnostic technician, working in the bay and now as mobile tech. He is a mechanical engineer and has an extensive electronics background.
"If you go to just one class, ya'gotta go to John's class, no matter what the topic is." Bob in IL.
"John is the trainer that other trainers are measured by." Harvey in BC.
