Ford Pro Training - Gasoline Engine Performance and Drivability

Description

REGISTRATION OPEN  - Registration Deadline Oct. 26, 2026

Diagnosing malfunctions in modern vehicles is an art as well as a science. Drivability requires a broad knowledge of vehicle systems, and their impact on vehicle operation when they malfunction. Anyone can read a DTC. But a drivability specialist must be able to understand streaming input and output data, and then be able to correlate it to vehicle operation based on vehicle symptoms. This makes drivability one of the most challenging automotive skills.

This hands-on course provides skills and knowledge on:

• Vehicle systems and sub-systems impact on drivability
• DTC types and interpretation
• Input and output devices that impact drivability
• Data analysis during diagnosis

This training is recommended for intermediate to advanced technicians.

Course Topics 

• Fordpro.com Website
• Introduction to Engine Performance and Drivability
• What is Drivability
• Identifying Causes of Symptoms 
• Diagnosis and Testing Strategy and Process
• Diagnostic Strategy
• Diagnostic Process – Verify the Concern
• Diagnostic Process – Retrieve DTCs
• Types of DTCs
• On-Demand Self-Tests
• DTC Categories
• OBD 2 Monitors
• Mode 6 Data
• IDS Unable to Communicate with the Vehicle
• IDS Network Test
• Service Publication Navigation
• Perform a Visual Inspection
• In-Parameter Failures
• Understanding Component and System Operation for Diagnosis
• Adaptive Fuel Strategy Operation
• Sensor Signals and Components
• Brake Over Throttle Control
• Input Diagnostic Tests
• PCM System Components and Operation
• Ignition System
• Fuel Delivery Systems
• Fuel Control System 
• PFDI System
• Oxygen Sensors 
• UEGO System 
• Fuel System Operating Modes
• Short Term Fuel Trim
• Long Term Fuel Trim
• Fuel System Monitor
• Fuel System Review Questions
• Lean Engine Concerns and Gasohol (E10)
• Fuel Testing
• Engine Performance and Drivability Part 2
• DTC Category Review
• Diagnosing Component Generated DTC Scenario
• Diagnosing Condition Generated DTC Scenario
• Diagnosis by Symptom
• OBD II Drive Cycle
• Historical DTCs
• Mode 6 Data
• Misfire Diagnosis 
• Engine Misfire Basics 
• Misfire Monitoring 
• Misfire Types 
• Unique Misfire Diagnostic Procedures 
• Misfire Diagnostic Flow Chart
• Variable Cam Timing Overview 
• Types of Variable Cam Timing
• Variable Cam Timing Components
• Variable Cam Timing Operation
• Diagnose Output Devices
• Output State Control
• Making Your Own Pinpoint Test
• Intermittent Concerns
• Class Summary
• Using New Ford Service Publication Procedures
• Acronym List
• Ford Fleet Training

Please note:

• This training is offered at no cost to transit providers through the Rural Transit Assistance Program (RTAP) funds.
• This training is limited to 20 participants. Each transit provider can send a maximum of two participants, subject to available seats for this training.
• Participants are required to attend both training days. 

The training workshop will be held at MTA Flint Grand Blanc Alternative Fuels Facility, 5051 S. Dort Hwy, Flint, Michigan 

Lunch will be provided both days of the workshop. Participants are responsible for breakfasts and dinners.

Please note that your lodging arrangements must be made separately, but a hotel room block is available at the Hampton Inn and Suites Flint/Grand Blanc, 605 Rashelle Dr., Flint, Michigan for $98 per night using the link below

Available Rooms - Hampton Inn and Suites Flint/Grand Blanc

To book a tax exempt room please email kristen.shoemate@hilton.com for assistance.

Last Day to Book: October 31, 2026