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2007 S60, MBE 900 and MBE 4000 Update (DDC8925) CEU01

Automated Transmission Interface (1301) CVE03

Brakes/ABS (1030) CVB01

Business Class M2 (1801) CVQ01

Cascadia: Service and Troubleshooting (4101) CVM02

DD15 Major Repair (DDC8950) CEP01

Electrical Problem Solving (1151) CVE01

Electronic Engine Interface (1201) CVE02

Electronic Systems (1401) CVE04

FCCC Service and Maintenance 3001

HVAC Service & Diagnostics (1053) CVH01

MBE 4000 Major Repair (DDC8980) CEF01

MBE 900 Major Repair (DDC8970) CEN03

MBT/AGS Diagnostics and Rebuild (1605) CVD02

S60 Major Repair (DDC8960) CES08

Service and Maintenance (1001) CVM01





2007 S60, MBE 900 and MBE 4000 Update (DDC8925) CEU01


Course Description:

8925 - 2007 S60, MBE and MBE4000 Product Update

Prerequisites: Certified S60 or MBE900 or MBE4000e

• A member only needs to take 1 of the 3 web engine updates to go to the ILT
• WBT 07 S60 Engine Update
• WBT 07 900 Engine Update
• WBT 07 4000 Engine Update
• and
• WBT 07 After Treatment System (ATS)
• WBT 07 Basic Diagnostics

Prerequisites for 8925. Plus '04 Engine certification in one of the following S60 or MB900 or MBE4000

S60 Engine Certified
• DDC8893 ILT S60 EGR Major Repair (previously O/H)
• DDC8880 ILT DDEC 111/1V/V)
• or
• (CE208) DDC8960 ILT S60 Major Repair V2

MBE 900 Engine Certified
• DDC8886 ILT MBE 900 EGR Major Repair (previously O/H)
• DDC8857 ILT MBE Electronics
• or
• (CEN03) DDC8970 ILT MBE 900 Major Repair V2

MBE 4000 Engine Certified
• DDC8885 ILTMBE 4000 EGR Major Repair (previously O/H)
• DDC8857 ILT MBE Electronics
• or
• (CEF01) DDC8980 ILT MBE 4000 Major Repair V2

Course Length 4 days and 8 students per course.




Automated Transmission Interface (1301) CVE03


Course Description:

Overview
This course covers the electronic interfaces between automated transmissions and the Freightliner LLC electrical system. Technicians will learn how automated transmissions function and how to troubleshoot problems. They will learn how the transmissions interface with engine and vehicle electronics using the J1939 data link.

What Will Be Covered
• Basic Systems
• System Design
• System Operation
• System Diagnostics
• Meritor ESS/FreedomLine™
• Eatonฎ Fullerฎ Lightening
• Eatonฎ Fullerฎ Top-2
• Eatonฎ Fullerฎ AutoSelect AutoShift
• Allison WTEC III
• MBT AGS

Prerequisites
• Electrical Problem Solving (1151)

Length of Course
This 2-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service
Writers.




Brakes/ABS (1030) CVB01


Course Description:

Overview
This course provides technicians with information on air and hydraulic brake systems, including sub-systems, and system components. Technicians learn how the system and components are designed to operate and hoe to troubleshoot the system. They also learn how to diagnose problems and how to make proper adjustments and repairs.

What Will Be Covered
• Hydraulic Brakes Fundamentals
• Hydraulic System Components
• Hydraulic Brakes Wheel Ends
• Manual Parking Brakes
• Air Brakes Fundamentals
• Air Supply System
• Air Delivery System
• Parking/Emergency
• Tractor/Trailer Systems
• ABS Fundamentals

Recommended Self-Paced Modules
“Gimme A Brake”: Foundation Parts (SDFT-804)

Length of Course
This 3-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers.




Business Class M2 (1801) CVQ01


Course Description:

Overview
This course is a familiarization with the Business Class M2 line of vehicles. Technicians will learn the functions, operation and troubleshooting basics for the electronically-controlled air conditioning system, the air management system, and the multiplexed electrical system. Maintenance procedures for these vehicles, as well as the special servicing needs, will also be covered in this course. The student will gain a working knowledge of how to diagnose, service, and repair the new Freightliner component systems that are being introduced on this vehicle.

What Will Be Covered
• Overview
• Familiarization
• Manuals
• AMU
• HVAC
• Power Distribution
• Multiplexing
• ServiceLink
• PartsPro and EZWiring
• Troubleshooting

Prerequisite:
None

It is recommended that students have completed the Self-Paced training module ServiceLink (FSW 104), and have attended the Electrical Problem Solving (1151) courses before enrolling in this class.

Length of Course
This 2-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers and Service Writers.




Cascadia: Service and Troubleshooting (4101) CVM02


Course Description:

Overview
This course highlights the new systems and features of the Cascadia. Similarities and differences in comparison with the Columbia/Century Class are covered. The course places strong emphasis on troubleshooting exercises and developing diagnostic skills for Cascadia technicians.

What Will Be Covered
• Cascadia overview
• Access and use of Cascadia service information on www.AccessFreightliner.com
• Power Distribution system components, featires, and operation
• Cascadia electronic modules
• Multiplexed electrical system and communications networks
• Use of ServiceLink 4.0
• ServiceLink templates and their interface with Cascadia communications networks
• Features of the Cascadia HVAC system
• Troubleshooting application and practice

Course Prerequisites
• 1151 Electrical Problem Solving attended during 2001 or later
• 1053 HVAC Service & Diagnostics attended during 2002 or later
• Cascadia: New Systems & Serviceability web-based training
• Cascadia: New Electronic Systems web-based training
• Cascadia: ServiceLink Diagnostics web-based training

Length of Course
This 3-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and other service/warranty staff as appropriate.




DD15 Major Repair (DDC8950) CEP01


Course Description:

Overview
Course Description: DD15: Covers major repair with emphasis on the systems of the engine (air, coolant, lube, fuel). The course will include special tools to be used and a basic diagnostic overview of the fuel system.

Learning objective: After completion of this course, the student will be able to: Disassemble and reassemble the engine. Properly set the gear train and gear lash. Set valve lash and engine brake lash. Completely disassemble and reassemble the fuel filter and lines going to the high pressure pump. Understand the flow of each system; the use of special tools; and understand basic diagnostics of the DD15 engine.

Length of Course
This 5-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.




Electrical Problem Solving (1151) CVE01


Course Description:

Overview
The Electrical Problem Solving course is designed to guide the technician through a step-by-step process to learn to analyze an electrical circuit, draw a schematic diagram of the main components, determine the best test points, estimate the values that a working circuit should exhibit at those test points and determine whether the circuit is good up to the test point. By repeating parts of this procedure, any circuit can be correctly diagnosed. Students in this class practice troubleshooting real circuits on a test board, at first using the voltmeter mode of their DMM and then switching to the ohmmeter mode for circuits made up of electrical harnesses. Once the students are comfortable with the techniques and rules of diagnostics, they practice using Freightliner LLC software to obtain and use schematics and wiring harness drawings. Using the skills they just learned, the students then find the electrical "bugs" that the instructor has installed in the Freightliner LLC vehicles at the training center.

What Will Be Covered
• Circuit Basics
• Important Laws To Remember
• Digital MultiMeter Tips
• Digital MultiMeter Modes
• Troubleshooting Tips
• Troubleshooting Procedures
• Troubleshooting with a DMM
• Predicting voltmeter readings by looking at a schematic
• Using a voltmeter to test a circuit without a relay
• Relay Information
• Using a voltmeter to test a circuit with a relay
• Wiring schematic comparison
• Shop - Horn problem
• Using the ohmmeter to test resistor and diodes
• Working with connectors
• Using an ohmmeter to test a circuit for good connections
• Troubleshooting using a harness drawing
• Diagnosing a complex circuit
• Using an ammeter to test a circuit
• Using Freightliner Resources
• Finding the correct module number for the description.
• Using PartsPro to find harness drawings and wiring schematics.
• Isolating a circuit using a harness drawing.
• Identifying PDM wire locations.
• Shop Exercises

Length of Course
This 4-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Requirements
Students should bring their personal digital multimeter for the course. Those who attend should have experience using a Digital Multimeter (DMM).

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers.




Electronic Engine Interface (1201) CVE02


Course Description:

Overview
This course covers the interface between the electronic engine and the vehicle electrical system. Technicians will learn how to determine the difference between an engine fault and a vehicle interface problem. Special emphasis is placed on obtaining and using product specific wiring diagrams during troubleshooting. Web based programs such as EZ Wiring, ServiceLitฎ and PartsProฎ will also be utilized.

What Will Be Covered
• Informational Diagnostics
• Diagnostic Repair Approach
• Electronic Engine Troubleshooting Tips
• Drawing Information Review
• Truck-Side Controls
• Inputs and Outputs (Truck-side)
• Giving the engine manufacturers what they want
• ServiceLink Diagnostics
• Truck-Side, Engine-Side
• Determining Whether Fault is Truck-Side or Engine-Side
• Identifying Connectors and Pin/Cavity locations
• Databus Diagnostics
• Databus Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Tips - J1587
• Databus Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Tips - J1939
• Shop Exercises

Prerequisites
• Electrical Problem Solving (1151)
• Freightliner Electronic Systems (1401)

Length of Course
This 3-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Requirements
Students should bring their personal digital multimeter for the course. Those who attend should have experience using a Digital Multimeter (DMM).

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers




Electronic Systems (1401) CVE04


Course Description:

Overview
The Electronic Systems course covers state-of-the-art electronic systems and databuses used on Freightliner brand vehicles. Technicians will gain an in-depth understanding of each system including: where the system and components are located, how the system and components communicate, essential troubleshooting skills, electrical diagnostics, and the use of MIDs, SIDs, PIDs and FMIs for system diagnostics.

What Will Be Covered
• Course Exercises
• Using ServiceLink to Determine Fault Codes
• ICU3, ICU3-M2 Worksheet
• ICU1, ICU2M, ICU2L
• Reading Fault Codes on the Freightliner
Business Class M2
• Western Star Gauges
• J1939 Data link connections
• Bulkhead Module (BHM)
• Smart Switches
• AMU

Prerequisites
• Electrical Problem Solving (1151)

Length of Course
This 2-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers




FCCC Service and Maintenance 3001


Course Description:

Overview
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) vehicles are covered in this class. Students will become familiar with FCCC Manuals and Maintenance procedures on Motor homes, School Bus, Walk-in Van and shuttle Buses. Component location and access will be stressed as well as Freightliner responsibilities. Students will also learn the differences in FCCC product drawings and schematics.

Prerequisite
• Freightliner LLC Service Publications: (SDF-036)

Length of Course
This 2-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers who want to develop their knowledge and skills of Freightliner Custom Chassis.




HVAC Service & Diagnostics (1053) CVH01


Course Description:

Overview
Technicians learn where to find service and maintenance information as well as how to service the AC system. They learn refrigerant recovery and recycling procedures, safety precautions, purging, flushing, evacuation, recharging and testing. They will also practice the servicing procedures in the class. This course also covers diagnostics of HVAC systems. Technicians will learn how to diagnose heater and AC problems, perform heater and AC tests, and perform service checks. They will also learn to test AC performance, use gauges and check for system leaks. In addition, they will learn to apply system service safety precautions. Note: Although this course covers basic HVAC concepts in addition to Freightliner-specific maintenance procedures, attendance does not confer Clean Air Act Section 609 certification, either to the student, nor to any repair facility. In addition, it should not be considered a comprehensive preparation for the certification exam. However, methods of obtaining CAA Section 609 certification and its importance are covered in detail.

What Will Be Covered
• Heating System
• Air Conditioning System
• Auxiliary Systems
• System Service
• System Diagnostics
• System Electrical
• HVAC System Electronic Controls
• Blend Air
• Performance Testing

Length of Course
This 4-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, and Service Writers.




MBE 4000 Major Repair (DDC8980) CEF01


Course Description:

Overview
This course is designed to cover complete engine repair and function relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system components, Air system components, Lubricating system components and Cooling system components.

Learning Objective
After completing this course the technician will be able to: Remove and reinstall all components relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system, Air system, Lubricating system and Cooling system; understand each component function and operation. Identify and use all special tools that relate to each engine section.

Pre-Req for 8980 MBE 4000 Major Repair V2
• MBE 4000 Product Intro Fuel
• MBE 4000 Product Intro Cooling
• MBE 4000 Product Intro Air-Intake
• MBE 4000 Product Intro Lube
• MBE Product Intro Tune-up
• MBE 4000 Maintenance
• MBE Electronics
• DDEC Reports
• Basic Diagnostics

Technicians that have taken the following combinations do not have to take Major Repair V2
• Pre EGR (8858) + '04 Update (8884)
• '04 Major Repair (8885)

Course Length 3 days and 8 students per course.




MBE 900 Major Repair (DDC8970) CEN03


Course Description:

Overview
This course is designed to cover complete engine repair and function relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system components, Air system components, Lubricating system components and Cooling system components.

Learning Objective
After completing this course the technician will be able to: Remove and reinstall all components relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system, Air system, Lubricating system and Cooling system; understand each component function and operation. Identify and use all special tools that relate to each engine section.

Pre-Req for 8970 MBE 900 Major Repair V2
• MBE 900 Product Intro Fuel
• MBE 900 Product Intro Cooling
• MBE 900 Product Intro Air-Intake
• MBE 900 Product Intro Lube
• MBE Product Intro Tune-up
• MBE 900 Maintenance
• MBE Electronics
• DDEC Reports
• Basic Diagnostics

Technicians that have taken the following combinations do not have to take Major Repair V2
• Pre EGR (8859) + '04 Update (8889)
• '04 Major Repair (8886)

Course Length 3 days and 8 students per course.




MBT/AGS Diagnostics and Rebuild (1605) CVD02


Course Description:

Overview
This course provides technicians with detailed information in the principles of operation, maintenance and practical overhaul experience of the MB Transmissions. It also includes detailed information and diagnostic practice on the AGS Transmission.

What Will Be Covered
ท Basic principles of operation of the manual transmission
ท Service and Maintenance practices
ท Location of the online literature
ท Overhaul procedures and practices for the transmission
ท AGS principles of operation and detailed description of components
ท Troubleshooting for the manual and AGS transmissions
ท Practical application of diagnostics using ServiceLink
ท Interpretation of the electrical diagrams as applied to the AGS transmission

Length of Course
This is a 3-day course beginning at 8:00am and ending at 4:00pm

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers and Service Writers




S60 Major Repair (DDC8960) CES08


Course Description:

Overview
This course is designed to cover complete engine repair and function relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system components, Air system components, Lubricating system components and Cooling system components.

Learning Objective
After completing this course the technician will be able to: Remove and reinstall all components relating to the Base Engine, Fuel system, Air system, Lubricating system and Cooling system; understand each component function and operation. Identify and use all special tools that relate to each engine section.

Pre-Req for 8960 Series 60 Major Repair V2
• S60 Product Intro Fuel
• S60 Product Intro Cooling
• S60 Product Intro Air-Intake
• S60 Product Intro Lube
• S60 Product Intro Tune-up
• S60 Maintenance
• DDEC IV-V
• DDEC Reports
• Basic Diagnostics

Technicians that have taken the following combinations do not have to take Major Repair V2
• Pre EGR (1439) + '04 Update (8879)
• Pre EGR (1439) + '02/'04 Update (8883)
• '04 Major Repair (8893)

Course Length 3 days and 8 students per course.




Service and Maintenance (1001) CVM01


Course Description:

Overview
This course shows service technicians how to get the most out of Freightliner LLC service publications and software, as well as how to successfully perform some common service tasks. This Service and Maintenance course is the basic introduction to the use of the tools and techniques that are needed to diagnose and repair today's modern vehicles. By learning the correct way to approach vehicle maintenance, the student can avoid the pitfalls that can cost the technician and the dealer time and money. This course is the prerequisite to all the Freightliner LLC classroom training courses.

What Will Be Covered
• Find VINs/SNs
• Finding Information
• Suspension Height
• Cab Ride Height
• Checking Clutch Adjustment
• Inspecting the Driveline
• Testing the Batteries
• Testing the Alternator
• Foundation Brakes (air)
• Checking the Steering
• Hydraulic Brakes
• Pre-Delivery Inspection
Recommended Self-Paced Modules
• Freightliner LLC Service Publications: (SDF-036)
• ServiceLit (FSW-126)

Length of Course
This 2-day course starts at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day.

Who Should Attend
Service Technicians, Service Managers, Service Writers and Warranty Managers.