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In Automotive Technology Training? Exploring Cybersecurity in an Ultra-Connected Automotive Landscape

Automotive Training Centre

Preventive Maintenance and Service Wheels, Tires, Hubs, and Bearings Preventive maintenance traditionally focuses on a vehicle’s mechanical aspects, ensuring everything from the engine to the suspension is in optimal condition. Modern vehicle maintenance ensures protection against hacking after automotive training.

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Diagnosing Active Roll Bars

Brake & Front End

Where It Started: Hydraulic ARBs ARBs were introduced in the mid-to-late 1990s in some European vehicles. Hydraulic ARBs use hydraulic fluid to apply torsional force against the roll bar ( Figure 2 ). This is similar in principle to how hydraulic power steering systems apply force to the steering gear to provide steering assist.

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3 Best Practices For Servicing Suspension Systems After Auto Mechanic Training

Automotive Training Centre

Carry Out Regular Inspections and Preventative Maintenance A best practice is regular inspection of suspension components. One key lesson from auto mechanic school is that: preventative maintenance is crucial. Here are three essential practices to keep in mind.

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The heroics of anti-lock braking systems

Tire Review Magazine

During normal braking, the pressure from the master cylinder passes through the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) unaltered. If the ABS system detects that a wheel is on the verge of locking up, it enters an active state to prevent wheel lock-up and maintain vehicle stability. This allows the wheel to rotate freely, preventing lock-up.

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How To Succeed During Your Apprenticeship After Diesel Mechanic Training

CATI

As a diesel mechanic apprentice, gaining a deeper understanding of diesel engine components, electronic systems, and hydraulics is paramount. Mastering Technical Proficiency and Adapting to Industry Advancements After Diesel Mechanic Training Central to a successful apprenticeship is the relentless pursuit of technical excellence.

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ATI Establishes Co-op Partnership with Liebherr USA

Advanced Technology Institute

LUS is also sponsoring ATI’s hydraulics program, which includes lending the campus use of a brand new L526 Wheel Loader to be used in school’s Heavy Vehicle Technology program. This type of loader is used extensively in construction, mining, waste management industries and more,” says ATI Campus Director of Training Robert Metzger.

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Replacing Master Cylinders

Brake & Front End

Anyone who works on brakes should be familiar with basic hydraulics and the various components that make up the hydraulic portion of the brake system. It converts the force exerted on the brake pedal by the vehicle’s driver into hydraulic pressure to apply the brakes. The cure is to replace the master cylinder.