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A3 Manual DriveTrain and Axles

Automotive TechnologySchool of Trades

Start Term

2026-2027

Course Title

A3 Manual DriveTrain and Axles

Course Code

AUTO1114

Course Hours

120

Course Credits

4

Description

This course provides the student with knowledge and practice in inspecting, diagnosing and repairing manual drivetrain and axle systems in automobiles and four-wheel/ all-wheel drive vehicles.

Upon course completion, students will be able to:

  • Identify drive train and axle components, and identify drive train concerns and action

  • Check and adjust clutch master cylinder fluid level, check for leaks, and use proper fluids

  • Diagnose clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation and chatter to determine needed action; bleed clutch hydraulic system

  • Inspect flywheel and ring gear for wear and determine needed action

  • Disassemble, inspect, clean and reassemble internal transmission/transaxle components.

  • Inspect and service/replace bearings, hubs and seals, and shafts, yokes boots, and universal/CV joints

  • Inspect and repair differential housings, pinion and ring gear, drive axles

  • Diagnose, test, adjust and/or replace electrical components of four-wheel or all-wheel drive systems

  • Disassemble, service and reassemble transfer case components.