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4wd Basic Maintenance

 4wd Basic Maintenance Course

Don't get stuck at the side of the road without any mechanical know how. Learn how to service and make roadside emergency repairs on your 4wd. Also, learn how to prepare your vehicle for towing. Correct procedures must be followed depending on whether you have a permanent or part-time 4wd.

Don't rely on local mechanics or the tow truck driver to advise you! This course may save you the cost of a gearbox overhaul!

Driving Course Modules Include:

  • Understanding the mechanical drive train; 4wd drive train, differentials, types of 4wd systems, axle wind up.
  • About Tyres; types of tyres, reading a tyre, importance of tyre pressures, tyre inspections.
  • Learn basic maintenance safety; general hazards, poisonous substances, do’s & don’ts, correctly jacking up a vehicle.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections & services; under bonnet inspections, internal & external inspections, main points of a 5,000 /7,500 /15,000 km service check, wheel changing, bleeding brake & fuel system.
  • Carry out emergency bush repairs; procedures to jump starting, preparing a vehicle for towing, repairing a leaking radiator, repairing a tyre, repair wiper blades, repair a leaking master cylinder, and more.

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Course Development

OCCL Roadcraft Courses were developed by Mick Farmer and are based on his experience working and operating in this region.

What Makes Our Training Unique?

  • OCCL training courses are "situation specific" to road conditions found in developing countries.
  • OCCL is the only training centre worldwide specialising in off-road 4wd security driving (evasive /protective) courses.
  • OCCL is one of only two schools world-wide offering defensive driving courses specifically for unsealed road surfaces. (Our partners in Australia, Duncan’s Off Road, is the other school).
  • We accept only eight students per class to ensure that your employees receive maximum attention and driving time.
  • We understand the need for hands-on training; Our courses are biased 30% theory & 70% practical.

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Tel: +256 772 22 11 07. Web Summary: Driving to Survive: Training That Saves LIVES and Money!

OnCourse (OCCL) Provides Driving Solutions For Field Workers, UN and Peacekeeping Personnel, Fleet Managers, Tour Operators, Professional Drivers and 4wd Owners. OCCL specialises in 4wd Training Courses, Security Driving Courses and Defensive Driving Courses.