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Auto & Light Truck Training with Mike Cleary in Kelowna, BC in early May
Join Mike Cleary for a series of four classes on May 3-5 in Kelowna, BC to learn about diagnostics and Ford Powerstroke 6.4 and 6.7 diesel diagnostics.
There are many misconceptions about some of the systems operations and diagnostics procedures and specifications on the various Ford Powerstroke Diesel
Electronic Engine Control Systems produced to date: 7.3L, 6.0L, 6.4L, and 6.7L. This interactive class will both inform you and either dispel or support
some of the more commonly held “myths” regarding these engine systems. Come to class and be challenged!
ELECTRICAL - 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM on Friday, , May 3, 2019.
• Inside your multi-meter and how it applies to diagnosis
• How to simplify complex wiring diagrams
• Why fuses don’t always blow
• Applying Kirchoff’s Electrical Laws to diagnostics
• What the “real world” voltage drop specs are
• Pinpoint test shortcuts
• Common diagnostic mistakes and how to avoid them
• What a negative resistance value really means
• What not to do!
PSD FACT OR FICTION - 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM on Friday, , May 3, 2019.
• EGR and EBP System Operation, Wastegate Function, and Fuel Calculations
• “Real World” Diagnostics—Which Specs/Procedures Don’t Work!
• “Growing” Oil
• Fuel System Check Valves and Pressure Regulators
• Oil Coolers—What Is the Real Cause of the “Sand” in the Coolant?
• Power Balance and Relative Compression Testing
• Glow Plug Control Monitoring
• Fan Speed Sensors—How Do They Really Work?
6.7L PSD - 8:30 AM – 5 PM on Saturday, May 4, 2019.
• Powerstroke systems and subsystems operation and strategies
• No Start, Hard Start, and Performance Diagnostics
• How to diagnose and repair the most common fault codes
• Troubleshooting shortcuts to increase your efficiency
• Discuss actual case studies in order to become more effective with your diagnostic skills
• Technical Tips, Technical Service Bulletin Info, and other “Need To Know” Info
6.4L PSD - 8:30 AM – 5 PM on Sunday, May 5, 2019.
• Powerstroke systems and subsystems operation and strategies
• No Start, Hard Start, and Performance Diagnostics
• How to diagnose and repair the most common fault codes
• Troubleshooting shortcuts to increase your efficiency
• Discuss actual case studies in order to become more effective with your diagnostic skills
• Technical Tips, Technical Service Bulletin Info, and other “Need To Know” Info
LOCATION: Kelowna, BC.
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