LBT-515 Diagnostic Insights

ASE Accredited Provider

This class helps technicians adapt their diagnostic approach to each vehicle and issue. Using real case studies, you’ll refine your process, improve decision-making, and achieve more accurate diagnostics for better customer satisfaction and shop efficiency.

$129.95

Online Only Clear

Available at No Additional Charge with Membership

Description

Technicians vary in their diagnostic skills, often due to the methods they use. This class teaches you how to adapt your diagnostic strategy to each vehicle and issue. Through real case studies, you’ll identify the best approach, review your process, and discuss improvements. The goal is to enhance decision-making for more accurate diagnostics, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and increased shop profits.

Topics Covered:

  • Diagnostic process flow: customer concerns, repair history, data-driven testing
  • Vehicle system identification and service information (TSBs, theory of operation)
  • Diagnostic tool usage: lab scope, pressure transducer, amp probe
  • Fuel system testing: pressure, volume, amperage, voltage, resistance, cavitation
  • CAN bus and serial data diagnostics: decoding, bias voltages, network troubleshooting

Course Objectives:

  • Apply a structured diagnostic process to identify vehicle issues
  • Document tests and results to improve efficiency and reduce repeat work
  • Use diagnostic tools for waveform analysis, pressure testing, and fuel evaluation
  • Interpret DTCs, Mode 6 data, and test results for repair decisions
  • Evaluate CAN bus and communication systems for complex faults

Runtime = 60 minutes
Credit Hours = 1.25

Additional information

Online Only

OnDemand