Schaeffler LuK has announced a series of IMI-approved double clutch system training courses to ensure workshops keep up-to-date with changing technology.
Schaeffler has added three new dates to its ever-expanding double clutch training calendar. Kicking off at the Tool Connection training centre in Southam on 26th and 27th April, the IMI-approved two-day course addresses the design, operation and repair of both the dry and wet clutch systems for all popular Volkswagen Group DSG gearbox applications. It is designed to encourage and empower professional technicians and workshop owners to confidently take on semi-automatic double clutch servicing and repair jobs without the need to send them to a specialist.
The second course takes place at Coleg Sir Gar in Pibwrlwyd, Wales on 6th and 7th June, and the third back at Tool Connection in Southam in November. Two further events and venues are in the pipeline for later in the year.
“Although the main purpose of the training course is to give technicians the knowledge and confidence to undertake VAG double clutch system replacements using our LuK 2CT repair solutions,” explains Schaeffler technical services manager, Alistair Mason, “it also allows us to explain the many other ways in which Schaeffler and the REPXPERT platform can help them work more efficiently.
“The two days follow the same format, with day one covering dry clutch systems and day two covering wet. Each day starts with an overview of the double clutch system, followed by the theory behind the clutch and mechatronics. We then move on to a practical removal and installation before looking into the common issues that can affect the three main elements: gearbox, mechatronics and clutch.”
The training, which includes lunch and refreshments on both days plus IMI certification, costs £349 + VAT per person.
Training partnership extended
Schaeffler and Bilstein have offered joint technical training on chassis systems for several years, extending this partnership by collaborating on the REPXPERT garage portal. The range of content has been continuously developed to now include product information, fitting hints and tips, practical advice and vehicle-specific installation instructions. Examples include advice on calibrating advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) after suspension work, explaining how to adjust the groove on the shock absorber, and how to diagnose and eliminate annoying suspension noises.
The partnership combines Schaeffler’s chassis system know-how with Bilstein’s suspension expertise in shock absorbers and springs. “Garages today are dealing with increasingly complex servicing and repairs, so there is a great need for well-prepared information and practical tips. We are therefore delighted to offer, in partnership with Bilstein, a solution to provide this content to workshops throughout Europe,” says Sven Olev Müller, Head of Schaeffler REPXPERT.
“So far, our content on shock absorbers, springs and so on has been very well received, and this success has led us to provide our knowledge on all aspects of the chassis system via REPXPERT” said Rainer Popiol, Head of the Bilstein Academy.
