Automotive Technology
Principles, Diagnosis, and Service, Canadian Edition
Published on 6. April 2005
Book
Mixed media product
1344 pages
978-0-13-124890-8 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive text provides a general introduction to the discipline of automotive service, and prepares students for the Red Seal examination leading to certification. Its unique emphasis is on diagnosis: diagnostic stories and tech tips are included throughout to help illustrate how real problems are solved. Each new topic covers the parts involved plus the purpose, function, and operation, as well as how to test and diagnose each system. It accurately reflects the information and skills needed in today's workplace.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 220 mm
Width: 283 mm
Thickness: 46 mm
Weight
2908 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-124890-8 (9780131248908)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION Chapter 1: The Automotive Service Industry
Chapter 2: Tools, Fasteners, and Safety
Chapter 3: Preventative Maintenance and Service Procedures
SECTION 2: ENGINE REPAIR
Chapter 4: Engine Operation, Parts, and Specifications
Chapter 5: Engine Condition Diagnosis
Chapter 6: Engine Disassembly, Cleaning, and Crack Detection
Chapter 7: Cooling and Lubrication Systems
Chapter 8: Cylinder Heads and Valves
Chapter 9: Camshafts, Valve Trains, Intake and Exhaust Systems
Chapter 10: Pistons, Rings, and Connecting Rods
Chapter 11: Engine Blocks, Crankshafts, and Bearings
Chapter 12: Engine Assembly and Installation
SECTION 3: ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Chapter 13: Electrical and Electronic Principles and Circuits
Chapter 14: Meters, Scopes, Wiring, and Schematics
Chapter 15: Batteries and Battery Testing
Chapter 16: Cranking System Operation, Diagnosis, and Service
Chapter 17: Charging Circuit Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 18: Lighting and Signalling Circuit Operation and Diagnosis
Chapter 19: Dash Instruments Operation and Diagnosis
Chapter 20: Accessory Circuits Operations and Diagnosis
Chapter 21: Audio System Operation and Diagnosis
SECTION 4: HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Chapter 22: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Principles
Chapter 23: Heating and Air Conditioning Diagnosis and Service
SECTION 5: ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Chapter 24: Ignition System Operation, Diagnosis, and Service
Chapter 25: Computers and Sensor Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 26: Computers and On-Board Diagnostics
Chapter 27: Engine Fuels and Combustion
Chapter 28: Computerized Carburetor Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 29: Gasoline and Diesel Fuel-Injection Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 30: Emission Control Device Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 31: Engine Performance Diagnosis and Testing
SECTION 6: BRAKES
Chapter 32: Brake System Principles and Operation
Chapter 33: Master Cylinders and the Hydraulic System
Chapter 34: Wheel Bearings and Service
Chapter 35: Drum Brake Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 36: Disc Brake Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 37: Machining Brake Drums and Rotors
Chapter 38: Power-Assisted Brakes
Chapter 39: Antilock Brakes
SECTION 7: SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Chapter 40: Tires and Wheels
Chapter 41: Steering System Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 42: Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 43: Wheel Alignment Principles, Diagnosis and Service
SECTION 8: MANUAL DRIVE TRAINS AND AXLES
Chapter 44: Clutches
Chapter 45: Manual Transmissions/Transaxles
Chapter 46: Drive Shafts and CV Joints
Chapter 47: Differentials
Chapter 48: Four-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive
SECTION 9: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND TRANSAXLES
Chapter 49: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Principles
Chapter 50: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service
Answers to Even-Numbered End-of-Chapter Red Seal Certification Type Questions
APPENDICES (Sample Red Seal Certification Tests)
1 Engine Repair (A1)
2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)
3 Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3)
4 Suspension and Steering (A4)
5 Brakes (A5)
6 Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6)
7 Heating and Air Conditioning (A7)
8 Engine Performance (A8)
9 NATEF Task Lists
Glossary
Index
Chapter 2: Tools, Fasteners, and Safety
Chapter 3: Preventative Maintenance and Service Procedures
SECTION 2: ENGINE REPAIR
Chapter 4: Engine Operation, Parts, and Specifications
Chapter 5: Engine Condition Diagnosis
Chapter 6: Engine Disassembly, Cleaning, and Crack Detection
Chapter 7: Cooling and Lubrication Systems
Chapter 8: Cylinder Heads and Valves
Chapter 9: Camshafts, Valve Trains, Intake and Exhaust Systems
Chapter 10: Pistons, Rings, and Connecting Rods
Chapter 11: Engine Blocks, Crankshafts, and Bearings
Chapter 12: Engine Assembly and Installation
SECTION 3: ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Chapter 13: Electrical and Electronic Principles and Circuits
Chapter 14: Meters, Scopes, Wiring, and Schematics
Chapter 15: Batteries and Battery Testing
Chapter 16: Cranking System Operation, Diagnosis, and Service
Chapter 17: Charging Circuit Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 18: Lighting and Signalling Circuit Operation and Diagnosis
Chapter 19: Dash Instruments Operation and Diagnosis
Chapter 20: Accessory Circuits Operations and Diagnosis
Chapter 21: Audio System Operation and Diagnosis
SECTION 4: HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Chapter 22: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Principles
Chapter 23: Heating and Air Conditioning Diagnosis and Service
SECTION 5: ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Chapter 24: Ignition System Operation, Diagnosis, and Service
Chapter 25: Computers and Sensor Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 26: Computers and On-Board Diagnostics
Chapter 27: Engine Fuels and Combustion
Chapter 28: Computerized Carburetor Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 29: Gasoline and Diesel Fuel-Injection Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 30: Emission Control Device Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 31: Engine Performance Diagnosis and Testing
SECTION 6: BRAKES
Chapter 32: Brake System Principles and Operation
Chapter 33: Master Cylinders and the Hydraulic System
Chapter 34: Wheel Bearings and Service
Chapter 35: Drum Brake Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 36: Disc Brake Operation, Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 37: Machining Brake Drums and Rotors
Chapter 38: Power-Assisted Brakes
Chapter 39: Antilock Brakes
SECTION 7: SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Chapter 40: Tires and Wheels
Chapter 41: Steering System Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 42: Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
Chapter 43: Wheel Alignment Principles, Diagnosis and Service
SECTION 8: MANUAL DRIVE TRAINS AND AXLES
Chapter 44: Clutches
Chapter 45: Manual Transmissions/Transaxles
Chapter 46: Drive Shafts and CV Joints
Chapter 47: Differentials
Chapter 48: Four-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive
SECTION 9: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND TRANSAXLES
Chapter 49: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Principles
Chapter 50: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service
Answers to Even-Numbered End-of-Chapter Red Seal Certification Type Questions
APPENDICES (Sample Red Seal Certification Tests)
1 Engine Repair (A1)
2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)
3 Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3)
4 Suspension and Steering (A4)
5 Brakes (A5)
6 Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6)
7 Heating and Air Conditioning (A7)
8 Engine Performance (A8)
9 NATEF Task Lists
Glossary
Index