AUT 111 - Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems

1. perform starter current draw tests; determine necessary action;
2. perform starter circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action;
3. inspect and test starter relays and solenoids; determine necessary action;
4. remove and install starter in a vehicle;
5. inspect and test switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits; perform necessary action;
6. differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a slow-crank or no-crank condition;
7. perform charging system output test; determine necessary action;
8. diagnose charging system for the cause of undercharge, no-charge, and overcharge conditions;
9. inspect, adjust, or replace generator (alternator) drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners; check pulley and belt alignment;
10. remove, inspect, and install generator (alternator);
11. perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action;
12. locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers (vin, vehicle certification labels, and calibration decals).