In this class, John Thornton discusses Variable Cam Timing issues that will be in your shop, with correlation codes and/or performance codes. This is a practical class that will include a diagnostic process with case study examples for Domestic, Asian & European vehicles.
Topics covered
• How to diagnose both correlation and performance codes with scan data that is sometimes limited
• Be able to clearly define the actual problems before disassembly
• How to separate mechanical vs hydraulic VCT problems
• How to find out in which direction (advanced/retarded) and how much the cam is off. Knowing this will help techs eliminate possibilities of what is wrong.
• Testing techniques will include using scan data, scopes & more
• Cam crank correlation screen captures
• Verifying VCT issues or repairs by going in-cylinder
At times, VCT problems are straightforward and easy to find; other times you need a process to diagnose. This class delivers a toolbox of knowledge and testing techniques for VCT systems.
John uses case studies as teaching tools to explain system theory, testing techniques and data interpretation. 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 4 hours approx
PDF Class Manual included, to be downloaded after logging in to watch the video.
Streaming Delivery
Watch it live on the dates listed above; you will receive invite emails from Zoom.
On Demand Delivery
About a week after the livestream, watch the recording whenever you want at the ASI site! 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.
