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Car Maintenance

Lifelong Learning
1280
Course Provider:
Location:
Cabinteely
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
School

Duration

10 weeks. Monday 7.30pm - 9.45pm.

Further information

check out the next start date / enrolment on www.cabinteelyadulteducation.ie

Enquiries: Telephone 01 2857455 or email info@cabinteelyadulteducation.ie

€115.

Course Overview
Learn the basics of car maintenance in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. This course will cover as far as is possible, the routine service requirements of the modern Motor Vehicle. NCT checks covered. Students will be invited to partake in practical demonstrations. Dismantling and reassembly will not be covered. All equipment and tools are supplied. Please bring a notepad and pen.

This class is suitable for beginners/improvers and no previous experience is required. Those who complete the course will have a sound basic knowledge of the subject. The tutor, Henry Harris, is a qualified motor mechanic with 49 years’ experience.

Tutor: Henry Harris.

Course content
• Engine lubrication system: change engine oil and oil filter
• Fuel system: change air cleaner and fuel filter
• Ignition system: remove and refit spark plugs
• Battery: service to battery, terminals, corrosion, safety etc.
• General electrics: change bulbs, fuses etc.
• Tyres: check tyre pressure, tyre condition
• Transmission: tool kit, explain clutch, gearbox, final drive
• Brakes: brake fluid, pads, shoes
• Cooling: add coolant, thermostat, replace hoses, antifreeze
• Basic fault findings: safety when working
• Revision: time permitting

Refund Policy:
All our courses are non-refundable, unless there are insufficient numbers for the class to form. A small number of classes do not form each term, and in such cases, students who have enrolled will be notified and can either swap to another class or be offered a full refund. There is no discount for those who cannot attend all evenings of the course.

- The minimum age for courses is 16 years

- Students must enrol before attending classes

- Class times/duration are subject to change

- Classes will only form when a minimum of 8 people enrol. We will contact you only if the course is not formed.

- It is recommended that you do not buy course material until the course is confirmed

- Those participating in physical exercise classes may need to seek medical advice before commencing

- Smoking is not permitted on the school premises/grounds

- Cabinteely Adult Education cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or injury to persons or property whilst on the school premises/grounds

- Please note the information contained in this brochure is as accurate as possible at the time of production

- Please visit our website on www.cabinteelyadulteducation.ie before enrolment for further information on our terms and conditions.

Please Note: Should the Autumn Term be disrupted due to restrictions, our classes will either be deferred or continue online (if applicable).

TO FIND CABINTEELY COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Using the N11: From Stillorgan
Head south on Stillorgan Road/N11. At Cabinteely Village Junction - turn left onto Johnstown Road. Turn right at next traffic lights. Destination directly ahead.

From Bray
Head north on M11 towards Exit 5. Keep left at the fork to stay on M11, follow signs for City Centre. At the roundabout, take second exit onto N11. At Cabinteely Village Junction - turn right onto Johnstown Road. Turn right at next traffic lights. Destination directly ahead.

Using the M50 Southbound
Exit Junction 16 on M50 for Cherrywood. Go straight at first lights and turn left at next traffic lights onto N11. At Cabinteely Village Junction - turn right onto Johnstown Road. Turn right at next traffic lights. Destination directly ahead.

Bus Routes: 63, 145, 155.

Enquiries: 01 285 7455
www.cabinteelyadulteducation.ie
Email: info@cabinteelyadulteducation.ie
Facebook: /cabinteelyadulteducation
Instagram: /cabinteelyadulted

Course Provider:
Location:
Cabinteely
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
School