Some people may consider what I'm about to present as over-kill, but given the complexity of today's autos, I think not.

BEFORE you go to tech school, find a reputable local junior college. In my area there's one that offers a 2 yr. associate degree in Engineering Technology. 60 semester hours of math, science with emphasis on mechanics/electronics.

Without a solid understanding of these disciplines, you'll be nothing more than the "fitter" described above. A real tech has strong diagnostic skills and he can't acquire those without a solid understanding of physical science.

Get this training FIRST, then go to tech school. This is what made Steve Brotherton and Stu Ritter the techs they are. Both hold undergraduate degrees in a science field. Without it, they wouldn't be where they are.

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Mike Murrell
1991 300-SEL - Model 126
M103 - SOHC
"Fräulein"