Saturday Technical Seminars
8:00am - 6:00pm

ZF 6HP Mechatronic Valve Body
Klaus Malenke
ZF launched volume production of the 6HP family of transmissions in 2001 and continues to make nearly one million six-speed transmissions annually. With many of these transmissions coming out of the factory warranty period, independent shops should start seeing an increased number of 6HP transmissions entering their shops for service. This seminar will cover 6HP transmission identification, markings and numbering as well as an in-depth look at the 6HP mechatronic valve body. Common issues and remedies will also be covered.

When Cheap Becomes Expensive
Bob White
Shortcutting your rebuild can cost you much more when it comes bouncing back at you. Bob will cover tips and tech for the 4F27E, 5R55E, 4L30E valve body, cleaning tips, high performance diesels, and off road racing rebuilds. Many of the ideas Bob covers will apply to a wide range of transmissions you work on today.

What's Inside the LCT 1000
Dave Skora
The Allison LCT 1000 transmission is built to work hard and easy to work on. This presentation will cover teardown, inspection, adjustments and reassembly of this popular unit. A lot has changed since its introduction in 2000. Don't miss it!

Late Model Honda & Nissan Transmissions and High-Tech Diagnostics
Sean Boyle
In-depth information on the latest Honda and Nissan transmissions/transaxles, including operation, overhaul tips, scan data interpretation, and symptom diagnostics. Learn new diagnostic methods that'll help you find the root cause of those hard-to-fix problems. A commonly-seen author in Gears Magazine and other publications, Sean is light years ahead of the game; working on tomorrow's technology today.

A Look at the Audi Multitronic 01J
Mike Souza
Audi Multitronic 01J found in the Audi A4 Cabriolet, A6 vehicles, discussing inputs and outputs, to and from the TCM, unique features found only in the 01J along with diagnostic faults and the latest O.E. information on forward clutch assembly.

2ML70 2Mode Hybrid Transmission
Steve Garrett
A 20-year GM engineer and 30-year veteran to the transmission industry, Steve Garrett is the industry's premier expert on the latest advancements coming out of Detroit. Steve takes you through an introduction to the 2ML70 transmission; used in many GM, Dodge and BMW mid and full size SUV and truck applications. The 2ML70 uses state-of-the-art technology designed to improve the fuel economy while significantly lowering the vehicle's emissions. This program will concentrate on the operation, service and the safety procedures required for servicing this "next generation" transmission. A heavy emphasis will be placed on technician safety as an uninformed technician can be injured (or even killed) if not properly trained.

An Unparalleled Look at the Series-Parallel Hybrid
Jack Rosebro
Series-parallel hybrids such as those used by Ford, Nissan, Toyota, and some GM vehicles incorporate motor/generators into the transaxle itself. Understanding these types of hybrid transaxles require an advanced understanding of electric drives. This seminar will present an overview of the operation of series-parallel transaxles, as well as diagnosis repair.

• Blending of engine and electric-motor torque
• Using planetaries to achieve continuously variable gear ratios
• Control of permanent-magnet motor-generators
• Air cooling, lubrication, and coolant circuits
• Sensors and signals
• Failure modes, service information, DTCs, and diagnostic procedure

A Closer Look at the Toyota A750E/H
Mike Brown
High tech but no instructions! Here, Mike shares some of the best-kept secrets on the Toyota A750E/H. He'll cover the teardown, internal components, valve body breakdown and much more. By the time you're done with this presentation you'll be a Toyota expert.