February in Florida

Name: February in Florida
Start: 2026-02-21T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-21T17:00:00-05:00
Location: J-Tech

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

J-Tech | Jacksonville, FL

Jim Morton: 9am-1pm Understanding Engine Exhaust Gas Emissions and their Relationship to the 3 way Catalytic Converter
NOTE - Even if you are NOT using a exhaust analyzer yet, just understanding what happens in the combustion chamber will help your driveability diagnostics.
Use of an exhaust gas analyzer will allow you to narrow down the potential cause of driveability and emissions concerns, focus your troubleshooting tests in the area(s) most likely to be causing the concern, and save diagnostic time. In addition to helping you focus your troubleshooting including crank – NO start conditions, an exhaust gas analyzer also gives you the ability to measure the effectiveness of repairs by comparing before and after exhaust readings.
Mike Reynolds -ADAS
In this course we introduce technicians to components on the latest generation of ADAS equipped vehicles. We focus on component operation and cover how these components integrate into systems most technicians are already familiar with like ABS, traction control, power steering and cruise control. We cover the basic operation and function of these systems across all makes and models.
From there we cover the different types of ADAS calibrations and the available tooling needed to perform them. Applying the principles of operation covered in the first half of the course, we dive into manufacturer specific systems and calibrations. We discuss calibration failures and how to address them using actual case studies from vehicles in the field.
The technician will leave this course with:
The ability to identify ADAS systems, components and their functions.
An understanding that calibration is critical after many common repairs and why.
The fundamentals of troubleshooting ADAS systems.
A strategic approach to troubleshooting common, and collision related calibration failures.
An understanding of the tools needed to perform calibrations for all American, Asian, and European vehicles.
Eric Ziegler- Diagnosing Fords using IDS and FDRS Laptop Based Scan Tools
he venerable Next Generation Star (Ford Handheld Scanner) was phased out almost 20 years ago. Its replacement was the laptop-based Integrated Diagnostic System or IDS which was introduced to dealers in 2005. It has been a stalwart of Ford vehicle diagnosis for Ford/Lincoln vehicles from 1996 to roughly 2019. It is power packed with features that reduce diagnostic time like Module Programming, Power Balance, Relative Compression, Automated Fuel System and Evaporative Emissions testing. Many shops have yet to embrace this affordable and efficient tool.
Ford Diagnostic & Repair System (FDRS) – This is the next generation factory Ford Motor Company vehicle diagnostic Software designed for use with VCM II or VCM III, VCMM and J2534 compatible Vehicle Communications Interfaces (VCI). This is the replacement for the IDS.
The major difference is that FDRS is internet cloud based. It has many of the same powerful features of IDS but with other improvements.
This class will investigate both IDS and FDRS strengths and weaknesses. Features will be discussed, and their advantages to speeding up the diagnostic process. Hardware, software, licenses and interfaces will be investigated. Real world case studies will be used as examples.

Pete Meir-DORMAN Training
AM;Advanced Automotive Lab Scope
Are you a scope user? Are you new to scopes? No matter your level of experience, you will leave this interactive class with new techniques that will help you unlock the power of this valuable diagnostic tool. Dorman Training Center instructor Pete Meier will show you how to acquire any signal, how to interpret a variety of waveforms, and how to apply the DSO to diagnostic challenges, making your diag time more efficient and more accurate.
PM;Mastering The Art Of Electrical Troubleshooting
Electrical faults are the archenemy of most technicians, but they need not be. Join Dorman Training Center instructor Pete Meier for this informative seminar and leave more confident in your ability to deal with electrical concerns. Learn how to apply electrical fundamentals to real-world situations. Discover the importance of voltage drop testing, learn the language of your digital multimeter, and see how adding a digital storage oscilloscope to your testing can improve your troubleshooting accuracy and efficiency. Return to the shop with renewed confidence in your ability to handle challenging electrical problems.

Darin Damron/ Aaron. Clements- CROSSCHECK, Building A Blue Sky Business (MGMT)
Mary Steele- From Recommendation to Repair — The Advisor Communication System