Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence - ASE
Objective: To identify those Technicians who possess knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose sophisticated diesel engine performance problems on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Format
Hybrid
Skills developed through this program
- Diagnose general diesel engine problems including no-start, rough operation, and performance concerns on medium and heavy trucks
- Diagnose electronic diesel engine control systems on medium and heavy trucks
- Diagnose diesel engine air induction and exhaust system faults on medium and heavy trucks
- Diagnose diesel fuel system faults including high pressure common rail, electronic unit injector, and hydraulic electronic unit injector systems on medium and heavy trucks
Occupations this program prepares you for
Credentials this program stacks toward
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What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeEvaluate diagnostic test results and vehicle performance symptoms to determine appropriate diagnostic pathways and repair recommendations.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze diesel engine performance data and diagnostic codes using electronic diagnostic tools on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.Developing
- Hands-onOperate electronic diagnostic equipment and scan tools to retrieve fault codes and monitor real-time engine parameters.Developing
- KnowledgeIdentify root causes of sophisticated diesel engine performance problems by interpreting diagnostic data and conducting systematic troubleshooting.Developing
- KnowledgeDifferentiate between electronic control system failures and mechanical engine issues when diagnosing performance problems in diesel engines.Developing
- Hands-onPerform diagnostic tests on fuel injection systems and emission control components following manufacturer specifications and industry best practices.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret sensor data, wiring diagrams, and technical service bulletins to diagnose complex electronic diesel engine malfunctions.Developing
- Hands-onExecute systematic diagnostic procedures for electronically controlled diesel engines on medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.Developing
- KnowledgeApply knowledge of diesel engine operating principles and electronic control systems to diagnose intermittent and complex performance issues.Developing
- MindsetCommit to following safety protocols and industry standards when performing diagnostic procedures on commercial diesel vehicles.Developing
Detailed information about this program
Objective: To identify those Technicians who possess knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose sophisticated diesel engine performance problems on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Test Content: The Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) test contains 45 questions focused on the diagnosis of general diesel engine, electronic diesel engine controls, diesel engine air induction and exhaust systems, diesel fuel systems, and specific fuel systems, including High Pressure Common Rail (HPRC), electronic unit injector (EUI) and hydraulic electronic unit injector (HEUI) systems. Because of the complexity of the L2 test, ASE generally recommends that you NOT register for other tests during the same test session. Composite Vehicle: Many of the questions relate to a sample vehicle equipped with a composite diesel engine control system featuring a cross-section of electronic diesel engine control technology used by all engine manufacturers. This vehicle is described in the Medium-Heavy Composite Vehicle Type 4 Reference document that is provided as an electronic pop-up during the test. Use the link below to download and review this document prior to taking the L2 test. Prerequisite: To register for the regular L2 certification test, you must have passed one of the ASE Diesel Engine tests (A9, H2, S2, or T2) and one of the ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems tests (A6, H6, S6 or T6). To register for the recertification version of the Electronic Diesel Engines Diagnosis Specialist Test (L2R), you must have previously passed the regular L2 test. Recertification: Technicians must retest every five years to retain their certification. The Advanced Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist recertification test (L2R) is the same length as the regular certification test.
What you need to earn this credential
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