Vehicle Maintenance

Duration: 0.25 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady

Brakes are mechanical devices used to slow or stop a moving object, or to prevent the movement of a stationary object. This course discusses the hydraulic braking systems typically installed in modern automobiles and light duty trucks. Similar systems can be used on rotating equipment and machinery. Brake pedal design, vacuum-assisted brake boosters, “master” and “slave” cylinders, emergency brakes, anti-lock brake systems, and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance are all covered.

Learning Objectives

• Define “friction,” “force,” “hydraulics” and “pressure”
• Discuss how “leverage” and the “pedal ratio” increase braking force
• Discuss how “brake assist” or “power brakes” increase braking force
• Identify and describe disc brakes and drum brakes in vehicle brake systems
• List important characteristics for brake fluids
• List the brake system components which should be regularly inspected
• Describe the functions of emergency brakes, anti-lock brake systems, and wear indicators on brake linings

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady

Many businesses depend heavily on their fleet of vehicles. In some businesses, such as package or propane delivery, or taxis, the fleet really is the business. In other cases, such as trades like electricians and plumbers, the vehicle is somewhat secondary to the actual job being performed, but no less important. In order for businesses which rely on vehicles to thrive, those vehicles which make up the fleet need to be able to operate safely and properly as close to 100% of the time as possible.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the difference between “reactive maintenance” and “preventive maintenance”
• List the benefits of preventive truck maintenance
• Describe how preventive maintenance can save money
• List the major elements of preventive maintenance systems
• List the responsibilities of a driver in a preventive maintenance system
• List some safety related inspection items for a delivery truck
• List some scheduled mechanical maintenance items for a delivery truck