HOND 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission Diagnostics

    Recent Professors
    mdighera@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    AUTO 103
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of HOND 125
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course in power train service and light repair addresses topics related to manual transmissions, automatic transmissions/ transaxles, differentials, clutches, and drive shafts. Emphasis is placed on correct procedures for sustaining transmission service life, identifying service intervals for prolonging component life, procedures for proper transmission removal and reinstallation, and inspection of components. Students are informed about specific power train -related faults, how problems are diagnosed, and protocols for updating transmission shift logic using updated computer software. Topics are facilitated through classroom discussions, live demonstrations, and student laboratory exercises. Students use scan tools, flushing equipment, computers, and a variety of specialty tools to complete classroom and laboratory exercises.
    Usually Held
    Thu 8:00am–11:10am