New "Mode 6 and Monitors" 2-Day Training Offered

A new advanced training course called Mode 6 and Monitors has been developed for upper-level auto repair technicians. This intensive eight-hour seminar is designed to help technicians reduce diagnostic time, extinguish the Malfunction Indicator Light (and keep it off), and reset vehicle monitors in preparation for the Ohio scan tool emissions test. The course assumes a working familiarity with OBD II emissions operation, and concentrates on advanced scan tool test modes, including Mode 6. Technicians will analyze vehicle computer data screens from several scan tool interfaces that can assist them in diagnosis, repair, and repair verification. Students also will learn how to interpret and use factory test standards.

Some of the course's many topics include: When not to erase DTCs; how to set readings using a generic or OEM drive cycle; how a monitor can be disabled; how to diagnose and correct EVAP system problems; Natural Vacuum Leak Detection; accessing and interpreting Mode 6 data; the limitations of Mode 6; CAN vehicles; using the Internet to gather free repair data and information; how to avoid driving the car for hours to reset monitors; and when to let the PCM turn off the MIL to avoid resetting monitors to incomplete.

In addition, the course includes vehicle-specific case studies, exercises, and quizzes to help students evaluate their progress. To ensure that this class is truly relevant, useful, and of the highest possible quality, Ohio Master Trainer Tom Rayk and Sam Bell, shop owner, Ohio Certified Trainer and Motor magazine contributor, have personally reviewed and contributed to developing these materials.

The classes will be held in two four-hour sessions. Students will receive a heavily illustrated 100+ page course book that includes course materials and a reference section. Classes will be taught by approved trainers who successfully complete a strenuous training program and pass a demanding final examination.

The seminar is open to all repair technicians. To enroll in the seminar, click here.

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