Automotive Service, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair
Second Edition
Author: Tim Gilles
ISBN#: 1401812341
© 2004
Published by Delmar Learning
Description:
Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance & Repair covers the fundamentals of operation and repair for all major systems of the modern automobile. This comprehensive text introduces the fundamentals of systems and progresses onto diagnosis and service with thousands of lavish, full-color illustrations, Shop Tips, Safety Notes, and review questions to aid in comprehension. Traditional and new topics have been integrated in a concise, easy-to-read format: OBD II, ABS, engine performance, safety, and shop tools. Structured around the eight ASE automotive test areas, this book helps users prepare for ASE certification. ALSO AVAILABLE Lab Manual, ISBN: 0-8273-7355-4 Audio Tapes, ISBN: 0-7668-0403-8 INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide, ISBN: 0-7668-0633-2 Instructor's Resource Kit, ISBN: 0-8273-7356-2 Instructor's Manual for Audio Tape Set, ISBN: 0-7668-1250-2 Computerized Test Bank, ISBN: 0-8273-7357-0 Computerized Test Bank (MAC), ISBN: 0-7668-1758-X
Table of Contents:
INTRODUCTION: THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY: Introduction to the Automobile. Automotive Careers & Technician Certification. SHOP PROCEDURES / SAFETY / TOOLS / EQUIPMENT: Shop Management, Repair Orders, Service Records. Locating Service Information & Specifications. Measuring Tools & Systems. Hardware / Fasteners / Thread Repair. Hand Tools. General Shop Equipment. Cleaning Equipment. Hoists / Air Compressors. Shop Safety / Hazard Communication Standard. VEHICLE INSPECTION (LUBRICATION / SAFETY CHECK): Engine Lubrication. Underhood Maintenance Service. Under Car Service. ENGINE OPERATION & SERVICE: Engine Operation. Engine Classifications. Engine Size & Measurements. Engine Cylinder Head & Valve Train Fundamentals. Engine Cylinder Block Assembly & Lubrication System Fundamentals. COOLING & FUEL SYSTEM THEORY & SERVICE: Cooling System Fundamentals. Cooling System Service. Belts; Accessory Drive & Timing. Hoses. Tubing & Pipe. Fuels, Octane, Abnormal Combustion. Fuel System Fundamentals. Fuel System Service. Intake & Exhaust Systems, Turbochargers, Catalytic Convertors. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THEORY & SERVICE: Electrical System Fundamentals. Battery Fundamentals. Battery Service. Starting & Charging System Fundamentals. Starting & Charging System Service. Lighting & Wiring Theory & Service. ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS: THEORY & SERVICE: Ignition System Fundamentals. Ignition System Service. Emission Control System Fundamentals. Emission System Service, Emission Analyzers, Dynos. Engine Performance Diagnosis. Diagnosing Engine Mechanical Problems. AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE SERVICE & REPAIR: Engine Removal & Disassembly. Engine Sealing / Gaskets / Fastener Torque. Engine Diagnosis & Service: Cylinder Head & Valve Train. Engine Diagnosis & Service: Cylinder Block, Crankshaft, Bearings, & Lubrication System. Engine Diagnosis & Service: Piston, Piston Rings, Connecting Rod, Engine Balancing. Ordering Parts, Short & Long Blocks, Engine Assembly. Engine Installation, Break in, & In-car Repairs. MISCELLANEOUS CHASSIS THEORY AND SERVICE: Brakes Fundamentals. Brakes Service. Bearings / Seals / Greases. Tire & Wheel Theory Fundamentals. Tire & Wheel Service. SUSPENSION, STEERING, ALIGNMENT: Suspension Fundamentals. Suspension Service. Steering Fundamentals. Steering System Service. Wheel Alignment. DRIVE TRAIN: Clutch Operation. Clutch Diagnosis & Service. Manual Transmission Operation. Manual Transmission Diagnosis & Service. Automatic Transmission Operation. Automatic Transmission Diagnosis & Service. Drive Line Operation. Drive Line Diagnosis & Service. Front Wheel Drive Operation & Service. Drive Line Vibration. COMFORT SYSTEMS & VEHICLE ELECTRONICS: Heating & Air Conditioning System Operation. Heating & Air Conditioning Service. Automotive Computers & Electronics Fundamentals. Automotive Computer Systems Service.