Core maintenance and inspection skills for working in a quick-lube, tire shop, or general repair bay.
Who this course is for
Entry-level shop techs, lube techs moving toward general service, and serious DIYers building shop-ready skills.
What you’ll be able to do
- Perform fluid services correctly across oil, coolant, brake, and transmission
- Execute a professional multi-point inspection and write it up
- Service tires, brakes, and batteries to shop standards
- Use scan tools for basic diagnostics and maintenance resets
- Work safely on lifts and document work for the repair order
Course curriculum
Module 1: Shop safety, lifts, and the repair order
Covers lift point identification by vehicle type, lift safety sequence, jack/stand standards, PPE and chemical handling, and battery/airbag precautions.
Module 2: Oil changes and fluid services done right
The service everyone thinks they know and shops still get sued over.
Module 3: Tires: inspection, rotation, repair, and TPMS
Learn tread and wear-pattern reading (what cupping, feathering, and edge wear each tell you), rotation patterns by drivetrain, plug-patch repair standards and the repairable zone, mounting/balancing fundamentals, and TPMS relearn procedures.
Module 4: Brake inspection and pad/rotor service
Covers measuring pads and rotors against spec, runout and thickness variation, hardware and slide-pin service (the step cheap brake jobs skip), proper bedding procedure, and brake fluid handling.
Module 5: Batteries, charging systems, and electrical basics
Learn battery testing (conductance vs.
Module 6: Scan tools, inspections, and the maintenance mindset
Covers OBD-II basics: reading and interpreting codes vs.
How it works
Self-paced online course. Lifetime access. Work through the modules in order, apply the checklists on real jobs, and finish with a Certificate of Completion.
FAQ
Is this a license or certification? No. This is skills training. You receive a Certificate of Completion. Licensing requirements vary by state and trade — always verify your local requirements.
How long do I have access? Lifetime access, including updates.
What if it’s not for me? Contact support within 14 days of purchase.