Vehicle Maintenance Training

Young adults who take part in our Vehicle Maintenance Training will benefit from a mix of classroom based theory lessons and workshop based practical sessions designed to help them understand how each component on a vehicle works, how to repair or replace parts and how to make some of the most popular modifications, guided by our experienced team.

Routine Servicing

It's recommended to service your car at least once every year to keep it running smoothly. During this session, you will learn how to:

Perform an oil and filter change
Replace air filter
Replace spark plugs
Replace fuel filter
Change engine coolant
Change brake fluid

Vehicle Appraisal

A vehicle appraisal takes the form of a 50 point check. During this session you will learn to check:

warning lamps
lights and reflectors
fluid levels and leaks
exhaust mountings
brakes, suspension and steering
wheels and tyres
body panels
seat belts

Braking Systems

Brakes have a number of components designed to stop a vehicle quickly and safely. During this session you will learn how:

The hydraulic braking system works
The anti-lock braking system works (ABS)
To change brake discs and pads
To repair faulty calipers
To perform a brake fluid change
To replace and adjust handbrake cables

Suspension & Steering

The suspension system's primary function is to maximize the performance of a vehicle. It absorbs bumps in the road and ensures stability during cornering. This session will teach you to:

Recognise the different components and setups of a suspension & steering system
Replace coil springs
Replace shock absorbers
Replace bushes and control arms
Replace drop links
Replace steering components

Paint & Body work

Paint is essential to protecting the body work from rust and corrosion. When modifiying cars, some body work will need to be carried out as well as repairs. During this session you will learn:

preparation techniques
body filling
welding
paint spraying

Electrical

Modern cars use a variety of electrical systems from sensors, safety features and driver convenience. During this session you will learn to:

diagnose ECU faults
investigate electrical faults
replace electrical components
wire in new components