Vehicle Preventative Maintenance Course

The Preventative Maintenance course helps students gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform thorough inspections and ensure vehicles meet federal safety standards.¹

What You'll Learn in the Vehicle Preventative Maintenance Course

By breaking down vehicles into systems and subsystems, you’ll learn to conduct comprehensive inspections and maintain proper documentation. This course prepares you to uphold FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations and ensure vehicles are road-ready and compliant.

Student checking the oil level of an engine

Course topics focus on:

FMCSA Inspection Guidelines

Students gain a deep understanding of the FMCSA inspection standards and guidelines. They’ll learn how to identify compliance requirements to ensure vehicles meet federal regulations for safety and reliability.

Systematic Vehicle Inspections

You’ll learn how to divide a vehicle into its systems and subsystems for methodical and accurate inspections. Learn the process of identifying potential issues in critical areas like brakes, tires, suspension and steering.

DOT Inspection Preparation

This part of the preventative maintenance course covers the requirements for passing a Department of Transportation (DOT) inspection. Students learn how to ensure vehicles are properly maintained and meet all regulatory standards to avoid fines and downtime.

Documentation Standards

Students learn the skills to document inspections thoroughly and accurately. The goal is to help them understand how proper records support regulatory compliance and streamline maintenance schedules.

Introduction to Hybrid Systems

Exploration of the basics of hybrid vehicle units, including unique inspection needs and maintenance considerations.  Learn about isolated battery systems and their role in hybrid operations.

Manufacturer-Specific Guidelines

A review of manufacturer specifications to ensure vehicles are inspected and maintained according to original equipment standards. Students will gain the skills needed to handle diverse vehicle makes and models confidently.

Learn All About Vehicle Preventative Maintenance at UTI!

Students who take the vehicle preventative maintenance course will be better equipped to pursue careers in diesel industries like transportation and logistics.¹ These industries rely on safety, compliance and efficiency.

Learn more about our Diesel Technology program here or by calling 1-800-834-7308.