Knowing Your Car Automotive Class

With Care Leite

We spend on average 17,600 minutes in our cars per year! Why not learn about how it gets you from point A to point B? In this class you will learn the basics of automotive function and how to care for your own vehicle in a mixed lecture and practical style class so get ready to see what’s under the hood.

We will be covering automotive maintenance and repair concepts for the student with little or no background in the automotive field. There will be time for any questions at the end of class where you will have the opportunity to ask your own specific vehicle questions. We will cover:

• How your car works: theory of operation, engine functions & components, intake systems, fuel delivery, ignition & charging systems, engine cooling, and the difference between front, rear, all wheel and 4x4 drive trains.

• What to look for under your hood: see on a real car how to check fluids belts and identify the major systems under the hood. We will also cover tire rotation, brakes inspection, air filter check & replacement

• Roadside emergency procedure: tools to carry, jump-starting, overheating, spare tire change

Learn what's under the hood of your car and never again be nervous about that weird light on your dash, or that not so inconspicuous fluid stain in the driveway! Note: Due to time constrictions, students may not have time for hands-on practice, however the instructor will do practical demonstrations on a real car.

• Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.

• Class Capacity: 10 maximum, 4 minimum

• Materials Provided?: Yes

• Age Limit: 15+ (guardian required if under 18)

• Partner Ticket Available?: No

• Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

• Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: Be prepared to get a little dirty.