The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Dec. 4 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “GM Smart Charging System Diagnostics.”

During this one-hour webinar, Jim Lewis, instructor/course developer for NAPA Autotech will cover the following topics:

• A brief review of duty cycle operation and measurement as it applies to charging system voltage regulation.
• An overview of General Motors (GM) computer controlled RVC charging systems.
• GM battery current sensor operation and testing.
• Pinpoint diagnostic procedures to determine if GM RVC charging system problems are the result of alternator or computer issues.
• A case history demonstrating GM smart charging system diagnostic procedures.

For more information or to register for the webinar, click here.

About the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Established in 1972 as a non-profit organization, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is a driving force in the transportation industry. As an independent third party, ASE upholds and promotes high standards of service and repair through the assessment, certification and credentialing of current and future industry professionals, and the prestigious ASE Blue Seal logo identifies professionals who possess the essential knowledge and skills to perform with excellence. Today, there are approximately 250,000 ASE Certified professionals at work in dealerships, independent shops, collision repair shops, auto parts stores, fleets, schools and colleges throughout the country. For more information about ASE, visit www.ase.com.