From starting and charging to lighting and accessories, electrical systems are fundamental to the operation and maintenance of modern heavy vehicles. The Heavy Vehicle Electrical Systems Panel Trainer (757-01) from LJ Create simulates typical diesel electrical systems, giving students an accessible platform to investigate individual components while building an understanding of overall system layout and configuration.
Built for heavy vehicle, diesel technology, and CTE training programs, the panel provides access to a variety of electrical test points for practical measurement and investigation. Students can explore batteries and fuses, starter and solenoid circuits, relays, lighting, alternator charging, windshield wipers, and cold starting systems. Integrated fault-insertion options allow this heavy vehicle electrical training system to simulate typical real-world malfunctions and support structured diagnostic and troubleshooting exercises.
Features
- Simulated diesel electrical systems provide practical heavy vehicle electrical training.
- Accessible electrical test points support circuit measurement and investigation.
- Starting and charging systems introduce starter, solenoid, battery, and alternator operation.
- Multiple vehicle lighting circuits cover headlights, turn signals, brake lights, auxiliary lighting, and more.
- Accessory electrical systems include horns, relays, and windshield wipers.
- Cold starting systems introduce electrical technology relevant to diesel applications.
- Fault-insertion options create repeatable real-world troubleshooting scenarios.
Batteries & Fuses
Investigate vehicle batteries and fuses within a heavy vehicle electrical system.
Starting Systems
Explore starter and solenoid circuits used to start diesel-powered vehicles.
Relays & Horn Circuits
Investigate automotive horn circuits and the operation of electrical relays.
Heavy Vehicle Lighting
Explore park, tail, headlight, turn signal, hazard warning, brake, backup, and auxiliary lighting circuits.
Alternator Charging Systems
Investigate alternator charging systems and their role within a vehicle’s electrical system.
Windshield Wiper Systems
Explore the electrical components and operation of windshield wiper systems.
Diesel Cold Starting Systems
Investigate cold starting systems used in diesel vehicle applications.
Electrical Troubleshooting
Develop diagnostic and fault-finding skills by investigating simulated electrical system malfunctions.
Curriculum & Program Integration
This heavy vehicle electrical trainer aligns with LJ Create’s AutoLab program, which combines hands-on training systems with curriculum and instructional resources. Schools can use the panel as a standalone learning system, integrate it into an existing diesel or heavy vehicle course, select individual LJ Create courses to supplement their curriculum, or incorporate it into a broader AutoLab program.
The curriculum for this learning system includes:
- Hands-on practical learning tasks
- Electrical systems theory
- Diagnostic and fault-finding activities
- Included curriculum material
This flexible approach allows instructors to incorporate heavy vehicle electrical systems training into diesel technology, truck technology, and related CTE programs while developing practical skills in electrical measurement and troubleshooting.
LJ Create’s Cloud-Based Software
This diesel electrical systems trainer can also be used with LJ Create’s optional cloud-based software, which extends hands-on instruction with interactive theory presentations, investigations, and assessments. The digital content supports practical activities performed using the training equipment, helping instructors connect electrical theory with hands-on heavy vehicle diagnostics.
Heavy Vehicle Electrical Systems Panel Trainer (757-01) Product Details
This heavy vehicle electrical training system features:
- Simulation of typical diesel electrical systems
- Accessible vehicle electrical component test points
- Battery and fuse circuits
- Starter and solenoid
- Horn and relays
- Park, tail, and headlights
- Turn signal and hazard warning lights
- Brake and backup lights
- Auxiliary lighting
- Alternator charging systems
- Windshield wiper system
- Cold starting systems
- Fault-insertion options
- Diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities
Typical Practical Tasks
- Battery and fuses
- Starter and solenoid
- Horn and relays
- Park, tail, and headlights
- Turn signal and hazard warning lights
- Brake and backup lights
- Auxiliary lighting
- Alternator charging systems
- Windshield wiper system
- Cold starting systems
- Troubleshooting
System Includes
- Heavy Vehicle Electrical Systems Panel Trainer
- Curriculum material
- Wall mounting brackets
- Bench stands
- Accessory kit
Requirements
- Lab scope
- Digital multimeter
Technical Specifications
- Trainer Dimensions: Approx. 35.4 × 6.7 × 23.6 in (W × D × H)