MITO Light Auto L5 study plan
MITO Light Auto L5 · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Engine and Powertrain Systems
Map the four-stroke cycle and label intake, compression, power, and exhaust events on a hand-drawn diagram, including valve timing relative to piston position
Distinguish gasoline and diesel combustion by ignition method, compression ratio range, and fuel delivery strategy, and state one diagnostic symptom unique to each
List the major components of a fuel, air, and exhaust path in order, and explain the function of each in one sentence
Calculate engine displacement and compression ratio from bore, stroke, and clearance volume figures for three worked examples
Your checkpoint
A one-page annotated engine systems diagram plus a worked problem sheet with three solved displacement and compression ratio calculations
Engine and Powertrain Systems
Compare manual, torque-converter automatic, continuously variable, and dual-clutch transmissions on power path, efficiency, and typical failure points
Trace torque flow through a final drive and differential and explain how gear ratio affects engine speed and wheel torque
Interpret three coolant and lubrication system symptoms (overheating, oil pressure warning, coolant loss) and rank their likely causes
Explain the role of the ECU in shift scheduling and fuel trim, and describe what a long-term fuel trim reading indicates
Your checkpoint
A comparison table of four transmission types with power path, efficiency, and failure points, plus a written diagnosis of three powertrain symptom scenarios
Chassis, Steering, Suspension, and Braking
Identify the components of a MacPherson strut, double-wishbone, and torsion-beam suspension and state one alignment angle each affects
Explain camber, caster, toe, and thrust angle, and predict the handling or tire-wear symptom of a deviation in each
Describe the hydraulic and electric power steering architectures and list two failure symptoms for each
Label the parts of a disc and drum brake assembly and explain the function of the proportioning or ABS valve
Your checkpoint
A suspension and steering reference sheet with alignment angle definitions, symptoms, and a labeled brake assembly sketch
Chassis, Steering, Suspension, and Braking & Inspection, Maintenance, and Diagnostic Procedures
Diagnose five brake fault scenarios (pulsation, pull, spongy pedal, drag, noise) by matching each to likely causes and a confirming test
Sequence a brake inspection procedure from wheel removal to measurement of pad, rotor, and drum wear against specification
Explain how to check and interpret brake fluid condition and why moisture contamination matters
Apply a structured diagnostic process to a chassis complaint, stating the symptom, hypothesis, test, and conclusion
Your checkpoint
A completed brake and chassis diagnostic log covering five scenarios with cause, confirming test, and recommended repair
Electrical and Electronic Systems
Explain battery construction, state of charge, and how to perform a load test and parasitic draw test safely
Trace the starter and charging circuits from battery through relay, solenoid, and alternator, and describe a no-crank versus no-charge diagnosis
Demonstrate correct use of a multimeter for voltage, resistance, and current, and state when each measurement is appropriate
Interpret a basic wiring schematic, identify series and parallel circuits, and calculate resistance and current in two examples
Describe sensor and actuator roles for at least four common sensors and the signal type each produces
Your checkpoint
A circuit diagnosis worksheet with two solved electrical calculations and a written no-crank troubleshooting flow
Inspection, Maintenance, and Diagnostic Procedures
Build a preventive maintenance schedule covering fluids, filters, belts, and inspection intervals, and justify each interval
Explain how to read and act on diagnostic trouble codes, including the difference between a code and a root cause
Describe the steps of a road test and the observations to record for drivability, braking, and steering concerns
Select the correct measurement tool for five inspection tasks and state the acceptable tolerance check for each
Your checkpoint
A preventive maintenance schedule template plus a completed DTC interpretation exercise for three sample codes
Light Automobile Fundamentals and Vehicle Classification & Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Workshop Practice
Classify light automobiles by body style, drivetrain layout, and gross vehicle weight rating, and explain how classification affects inspection requirements
Identify the major vehicle systems and describe how each of the six exam domains connects to a single vehicle
List workshop hazards and the control measures for each, including lifting, fuel handling, and high-voltage precautions
Explain environmental compliance obligations for waste oil, coolant, refrigerants, and battery disposal
State the correct personal protective equipment and lockout practice for three workshop tasks
Your checkpoint
A safety and environmental compliance checklist covering at least eight hazards with control measures and disposal routes
Light Automobile Fundamentals and Vehicle Classification & Engine and Powertrain Systems & Electrical and Electronic Systems & Chassis, Steering, Suspension, and Braking & Inspection, Maintenance, and Diagnostic Procedures & Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Workshop Practice
Review all six domains using a weighted checklist and log a confidence rating for each objective
Re-attempt missed practice items from weeks 1 through 7 and record the reason for each correction
Complete two timed mixed-domain practice sets and analyze error patterns by domain
Summarize the five weakest objectives into a final one-page revision sheet and recite it from memory
Your checkpoint
A timed mixed-domain practice score report with a domain-by-domain error analysis and a one-page final revision sheet
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80 percent on a self-made 20-question powertrain quiz and explain torque flow through a differential without notes
Week 4: Correctly diagnose at least four of five brake and chassis scenarios with the confirming test named for each
Week 6: Complete the electrical and maintenance worksheets with at least 85 percent accuracy and no unresolved calculation errors
Week 8: Achieve at least 75 percent on each timed mixed-domain practice set and show a written remediation note for every missed item