ZF Aftermarket expands ZF [pro]Academy Training with PowerLine transmission course

The new course is designed to provide technicians with a deeper understanding of the PowerLine transmission, going into greater detail than the information available in product support literature. Participants are guided through product maintenance procedures and schedules, as well as different variants and features within the product line, proper component identification, and important details regarding the specific functions of each component.

The ZF [pro]Academy Repair modules will walk technicians through the step-by-step procedures on how to efficiently repair and replace components including torque specs, tightening sequences, as well as specific tools required for each task.

“We are proud and excited to continue expanding the advanced technical training we offer to CV technicians through ZF [pro]Academy,” said Steve Bashir, Head of CV Aftermarket North America. “As OEs increasingly adopt PowerLine as the transmission of choice, commercial vehicle fleets, distributors and independent service providers will be seeing more and more of them in their shops. With this training from ZF [pro]Academy, they’ll be well prepared to offer excellent service and maintenance.”

ZF PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission

ZF PowerLine bridges to future electrified commercial vehicles as it features a modular design suited for mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants, ZF announced in February that it is ramping up PowerLine production at its Gray Court, South Carolina, manufacturing facility, increasing to 200,000 transmissions per year by 2025 to satisfy demand from US commercial vehicle manufacturers, including three US-based customers.

ZF [pro]Academy

The ZF [pro]Academy training platform is a free, online resource that delivers 26 different technical courses for commercial vehicle products and systems, each developed by ZF experts. Training subjects range from steering and air disc brakes (ADB) to air systems and trailer products including wheel-end and aerodynamic solutions.

ZF [pro]Academy currently delivers more than 180 different training modules, and additional modules are to be added this year covering ZF ReAX steering and e-mobility for commercial vehicles.

Free registration is available on the ZF [pro]Academy site, where visitors can get quick access to:

• All technical training courses
• Resources for training managers to schedule trainings, monitor technicians’ progress and track certifications
• Customized learning plans for truck and trailer
• Reference materials including product literature, maintenance manuals, technical bulletins and product specifications
• Notifications for upcoming webinars and hands-on training opportunities

Live training at CVSN

ZF commercial vehicle aftermarket experts will provide a training course on WABCO air dryers during Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) Seminar, July 11-14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency DFW Texas Hotel, Dallas, Texas. Registration is available here.