AUT 252 - Automotive Performance Fundamentals

1. Access and print vehicle information using computer hardware and software.
   1. Use specialized automotive software to research and identify specific performance modifications, recommendations, specifications, and results.
   2. Use World Wide Web to identify sources of information, specifications, costs, recommendations, and results.
2. Diagnose and service the specific performance components of the valve train and ignition systems.
   1. Select appropriate camshaft based on vehicle application.
   2. Measure actual top dead center on an engine.
   3. Measure camshaft to crankshaft timing and correct to plus or minus one degree.
   4. Index spark plugs.
   5. Measure base ignition timing, mechanical, vacuum, and total ignition advance.
   6. Determine ignition system requirements, research data base to select ignition system components.
3. Diagnose and service the specific performance components of the induction system.
   1. Match intake manifold ports to cylinder head ports.
   2. Measure, adjust, and modify performance carburetor circuits.
   3. Measure, cut, and install braided stainless steel hose and aluminum fittings.
   4. Identify, measure, and select fuel injectors and throttle bodies.
   5. Research benefits and drawbacks of nitrous oxide injection systems.
4. Diagnose and repair components of the drivetrain and suspension systems.
   1. Identify benefits of and install shift improver kit.
   2. Identify operating characteristics of a torque converter, select appropriate torque converter for specific vehicle application.
   3. Identify optimum rear axle ratio for specific vehicle application.
   4. Install performance differential components.
   5. Identify and install performance suspension system components.
   6. Research and identify specialized vehicle safety options, determine needs for specific applications.