TEXTAR VIRTUAL ACADEMY FOR GARAGES

Courses are designed to develop practical skills for all levels, from experienced mechanics and technical managers to apprentices and students. With easy-to-digest modules, delivered as bite-size videos, the training fits around your schedule.

Vehicle technology is changing fast. Make sure your team keeps up. Electric and combustion engine cars have similar brakes, but there are important differences. Knowing these differences keeps your technicians safe and protects customers’ vehicles. Get the skills you need for tomorrow's cars today.

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  • DURATION: 7 HRS
  • TYPE: ONLINE
  • COMPLETE WITHIN: 3 MONTHS
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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Introduction
Brake Pedal
Master Cylinders
Brake Lines
Braking Efficiency
Brake Servo
Brake Calipers
Drum Brakes
Brake Fluid
Parking Brake Systems
ABS
Brake System Overview End Test
Brake System Overview Course Feedback

Friction
Brake Pad Production
Friction Material
Frequency and Noise
Underlayers
Backing Plates
Dampening Shims
Wear Indicators
Testing
ECE R90 Standards
Faults and Diagnosis
Passenger Car Brake Pads - End Test
Brake Pad Course Feedback

Introduction
The Science of Braking
Disc Brake Assembly Fundamentals
Types of Brake Discs
How Discs are Made
Coated Discs
Disc Faults and Diagnosis
ECE R90
Textar Brake Disc - End Test
Brake Disc Course Feedback

Brake Drum Overview
Heat Capacity of Metals
Characteristics of Drum Brakes
The Self Servo Effect
Types of Drum Brakes
Parking Brake Actuators
Self Adjusters
Wheel Cylinders
Drum Types
Maximum Drum Diameter
Brake Shoes
Shoes and Drums - End Test
Shoes and Drums Course Feedback

Introduction
4 Channel 4 Sensor ABS System
Wheel Speed Sensors - Passive Analogue Sensors
Wheel Speed Sensors - Active Digital Sensors
Wheel Speed Sensors - Sensors Development
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Traction Control
Vehicle Stability Control
Active Yaw Moment Control
ABS End Test
ABS Course Feedback

Introduction
Why Use Grease
Cera Tec
Hydro Tec
EPDM Rubber
Copper Based Grease
Brake Cleaning Formular XT
Brake Fluids
Disposal of Brake Fluids
Brake Fluid Types
Brake Fluids - DOT 4 LV
Testing Brake Fluid
Grease and Chemicals - End Test
Grease & Chemicals Course Feedback

Introduction
Health & Safety and the Importance of Training
The Transfer of Energy
The Operation of Motor Generators
The Hydraulic Friction Braking System
Control Unit to Control Unit Communication
Example Braking Events
B Mode
Paddle Shifter Controlled Regenerative Braking
Single Pedal Driving
The Effects of Regenerative Braking to the Vehicle
Regenerative Braking End Test
Regenerative Braking Course Feedback

Introduction
Judder
Cold Judder
Disc Thickness Variation
Health and Safety
Removing old Discs and Pads
Hub Runout
New Disc Installation
Directional Pads
New Disc Runout
Bedding In
Customer Handover
Disc Installation - End Test
Disc Installation Course Feedback

  • DURATION: 4 HRS
  • TYPE: ONLINE
  • COMPLETE WITHIN: 3 MONTHS
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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Introduction
Disclaimer
Simple System
Drum Brakes
Disc Brakes
Simple Two Line Circuit
The Air Compressor
The Dryer
The Drain Cock
The Footbrake Valve
Spring Brake Chambers
The Two Way Check Valve
The Quick Release Valve
The Relay Valve
ABS
Commercial Vehicle Brake System Overview - End Test
Commercial Vehicle Brake System Overview Course Feedback

Introduction
Why use brake discs?
Brake Discs Overview
Types of Commercial Brake Discs
The Science of Disc Brakes
How Commercial Vehicle Discs Are Made
What Commercial Vehicle Discs are made of
Textar's Approach to Quality
ECE R90 Standards
Commercial Vehicle Discs - End Test
Commercial Vehicle Discs Course Feedback

Introduction
The Power of Brakes
How Brakes Are Made
Friction Material
Backing Plates
Working with Textar
ECE R90
Faults and Diagnosis
Commercial Vehicle Pads - End Test
Commercial Vehicle Pads Course Feedback

Introduction
The Power of Brakes
The Foundation Brake
What Brake Linings Are Made Out Of
The Manufacturing Process
Quality - Textar's Approach
ECE R90
Understanding The Part Number
Storing Linings
Wear Indicators
Riveting Platforms
Diagnosing Faults
Commercial Vehicle Linings - End Test
Commercial Vehicle Linings Course Feedback

  • DURATION: 55 MINS
  • TYPE: ONLINE
  • COMPLETE WITHIN: 3 MONTHS
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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Introduction
Health and Safety
Checking The Wheel
Checking Pads and Discs
Disc Thickness Variation
Disc Runout
Disassembly
Hub Runout
Disc Installation and Cleaning
Brake Fluid
Lubricants
Directional Pads
Final Assembly
Topping Up Fluids
Bedding In
Brake Clinic - End Test
Brake Clinic Course Feedback

  • DURATION: 25 MINS
  • TYPE: ONLINE
  • COMPLETE WITHIN: 3 MONTHS
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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Introduction
Health and Safety
Initial Inspection and Cleaning
Removing old linings
Inspection and paint removal
Detailed Inspection
Painting
Post Paint Inspection
Riveting New Linings
Post Rivet Inspection
Commercial Vehicle Platform Relining - End Test
Commercial Vehicle Platform Relining Course Feedback

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