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Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis - 4th Edition
Diagnose and Troubleshoot Automotive Engine
Control Systems
Based on the premise that simple problems should always be checked
first, this practical, hands-on book introduces the diagnosis and
troubleshooting of automotive engine control systems. It serves
students as a single source for information on digital storage
oscilloscopes, fuel injection and ignition system diagnoses,
five-gas exhaust analysis, emission testing, and more–with a very
technical but easy-to-read and understand presentation. This edition
has been updated to include even more detailed scope (DSO) and
current ramping tests plus extensive scan tool diagnosis |
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Automobile Electrical and Electronic Systems - 4th Edition
Learn Skills Necessary to Pass Level 3
Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Systems Exams
This textbook will help you learn all the skills you need to pass
Level 3 vehicle electrical and electronic systems courses or related
modules from City and Guilds, IMI and BTEC, and is also ideal for
higher level ASE, AUR and other qualifications. As electrical and
electronic systems become increasingly more complex and fundamental
to the workings of modern vehicles, understanding these systems is
essential for automotive technicians. For students new to the
subject, this book will help to develop this knowledge, but will
also assist experienced mechanics in keeping up with recent
technological advances. This new edition includes information on
developments in hybrid car technology, GPS, multiplexing, and
electronic stability/vehicle dynamics control. In full colour and
covering the latest course specifications, this is the guide that no
student enrolled on an automotive maintenance and repair course
should be without. |
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Automotive Air
Conditioning
Fully updated and significantly expanded,
this edition of our popular Automotive Air Conditioning book now
features all-new, extensive guidelines and step-by-step procedures
for working with state-of-the-art automotive computer controls. More
comprehensive discussion of current Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) requirements, including a lengthy section on retrofitting, has
also been added to aid readers in mastering essential technical
skills |
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Automotive Chassis: Volume 1: Components Design
Reference Guide to
Chassis Component Design
The aim of the book is to be a reference book in automotive
technology, as far as automotive chassis (i.e. everything that is
inside a vehicle except the engine and the body) is concerned. The
book is a result of a decade of work heavily sponsored by the FIAT
group (who supplied material, together with other automotive
companies, and sponsored the work). The first volume deals with the
design of automotive components and the second volume treats the
various aspects of the design of a vehicle as a system. |
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Automotive Chassis: Volume 2: System Design
Reference Guide to
Chassis System Design
This work serves as a reference concerning the automotive chassis,
i.e. everything that is inside a vehicle except the engine and the
body. It is the result of a decade of work mostly done by the FIAT
group, who supplied material, together with other automotive
companies, and sponsored the work. The first volume deals with the
design of automotive components and the second volume treats the
various aspects of the design of a vehicle as a system. |
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Automotive
Electricity, Electronics and Computer Controls
This
textbook is designed to teach how automotive electricity and
electronics systems work, and also provides a thorough introduction
to diagnostics and repair. Each concepts chapter is followed by a
corresponding shop chapter with a wealth of photo sequences and line
illustrations to support the written text. It covers recent
state-of-the-art fuel, ignition, emissions, transmission, body and
chassis control systems. ASE-style questions |
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Automotive
Embedded Systems Handbook
Complete Guide to
Embedded Automotive Systems
Highlighting requirements, technologies, and business models, the
Automotive Embedded Systems Handbook provides a comprehensive
overview of existing and future automotive electronic systems. It
presents state-of-the-art methodological and technical solutions in
the areas of in-vehicle architectures, multipartner development
processes, software engineering methods, embedded communications,
and safety and dependability assessment. |
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Automotive
Engines: Diagnosis, Repair, and Rebuilding
The
Fifth Edition of Automotive Engines addresses current
industry trends and concerns while providing comprehensive coverage
to build readers technical expertise and critical thinking skills.
Revision highlights include an enhanced engine diagnosis chapter and
updated information on four-valve-per-cylinder engines, camshaft
timing, variable valve timing, and high performance engines. |
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Automotive Engines: Theory and Servicing - Professional Technician
Series
Comprehensive Volume Covers all Aspects of
Engine Repair & Rebuilding
This text presents the principles and practices of engine
rebuilding, engine theory and in-the-vehicle service in a clear,
concise format. Each chapter makes clear connections between theory
and servicing, opening coverage with technical material, then moving
into diagnosis, troubleshooting and service procedures. The Third
Edition has been both updated and streamlined to reflect the latest
engine developments, techniques and terminology in the field and
make learning even more accessible. --This text refers to an out of
print or unavailable edition of this title. |
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Automotive Fuel and Emissions Control Systems - Professional
Technician Series
Understand All Aspects
of Auto Fuel and Emissions Control Systems
For courses in Engine Performance and Drivability, Fuel Emissions
Systems, and Automotive Principles. Designed specifically to
correlate with the NATEF program and ASE certification tests, this
comprehensive, up-to-date text covers all aspects of automotive fuel
and emissions. It emphasizes diagnosis and troubleshooting, and
features tech tips and diagnostic stories throughout. |
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Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance and Repair
Hundreds of all-new, full-color photographs that have been added to
maintain the reader's interest and improve comprehension. The book
begins by introducing readers to a number of automotive career
options, shop management basics, plus necessary tools and equipment.
Later chapters examine the theories underlying the operation of
vehicle systems while equipping readers with step-by-step procedures
for troubleshooting and repairing all major systems of the modern
automobile. |
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Automotive Service Management Bursting Pack (8
Modules)
This pioneering eight-book series offers
automotive repair shop owners and those wanting to be shop owners
the necessary business and customer service skills to run a
successful automotive service facility. All aspects of shop
management and the necessary business and customer service skills
needed to make a repair operation successful are captured in this
comprehensive new series.
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Automotive Technician Certification Test Prep Manual
Filled with updated task list theory, practice tests, and abundant,
demonstrative graphics, this revised edition provides all the latest
information required to sufficiently prepare technicians to pass
each of the A1-A8 and L1 ASE certification exams. ASE-type questions
at the end of each chapter appear in the same format as on actual
ASE tests to further prepare users to pass each exam. |
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Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach
The Leading Authority on Automotive Theory,
Service & Repair
This new edition has been updated to include coverage of hybrid
vehicles throughout the text, new content on electronic automatic
transmissions, preventive maintenance, and many other topics that
reflect the most recent changes in the industry. Chapters cover the
theory, diagnosis and service of all system areas for automobiles
and light trucks, and the content closely adheres to the 2008 NATEF
Automobile Program Standards. |
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Competition Car Data Logging: A Practical Handbook
Learn Techniques and Methods for Logging
Data in Motorsports
For professional teams in all forms of motorsport, data logging has
become an essential tool in the search to maximize performance from
engine, chassis and driver. Data logging equipment is now accessible
to amateur drivers and constructors, and is a very cost-effective
way of improving performance. Fully updated to include recent
developments, this is a readable, well-illustrated guide to all
aspects of data logging, explaining how to design and install a
system, and how to interpret the data obtained and use it to analyze
performance. The book will also appeal to armchair enthusiasts. |
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Computerized Engine Controls, 7E
Completely updated, the
seventh edition of
Computerized Engine Controls explains how computerized engine
control systems operate and translates these concepts into
proven-effective diagnostic approaches. For technicians who are
interested in increasing their diagnostic effectiveness on today’s
vehicle electronic systems, this book is
an absolute “must”!
It tackles both domestic and import engine control systems to help
with the understanding of underlying automotive operating principles
and concepts needed to diagnose and repair any electronic system on
any vehicle. |
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Engine
Repair Computer Based Training - New for
2009
8-1/2 Hour Self-Paced Computer Based
Training on Engine Repair
Delmar Learning, the leader in providing first-rate educational
materials for automotive technicians, now offers the Engine Repair
Computer Based Training (CBT), which is part of the exciting,
self-paced Professional Automotive Technician Training Series. This
course offers more than 8.5 hours worth of quality instruction.
Combining theory, diagnosis, and repair information into one
easy-to-use training tool, this highly interactive product helps
technicians receive the most applicable delivery method for their
needs, regardless of technical infrastructure. |
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How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet
Learn Techniques and Methods for Rebuilding
Chevy Big-Blocks
How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet covers the best techniques
for rebuilding classic Chevy big blocks with more than 450 color
photos and step-by-step instruction. Subjects covered include the
history of the big-block Chevy, preparation and tool requirements,
engine removal and teardown, first inspection, parts, machine work
and clean-up, final engine assembly, and start-up. This Workbench
Series book is essential not only for enthusiasts looking to rebuild
their big-block Chevy, but as a guide for building high-performance
engines as well. |
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Hot Rod Calc - Road & Strip Performance Calculator
Hot Rod Performance
Calculator For Hot Rod Owners, Racers & Engine Builders
Handheld, affordable, accurate and rugged ET Prediction calculator
specifically designed for hot rod owner/builders, bracket racers and
engine builders. It can help at the track or in the garage with easy
solutions to help figure out how to make vehicles perform better and
how to predict the results of changes in everything from engine
displacement and compression ratio to weather, tire sizes and gear
ratios |
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Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology
Learn The Basic
Technology Behind Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology provides foundational information
about vehicles that use more than one propulsion technology to power
a drive system. This new textbook is filled with technical
illustrations and concise descriptions of the different
configurations and vehicle platforms, the operation of various
systems and the technologies involved, and the maintenance of hybrid
electric vehicles. Required safety precautions used when working
around high-voltage systems, especially in emergencies, are
highlighted |
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Modern Diesel Technology: Preventative Maintenance & Inspection
Learn Truck Maintenance & Inspection From
The Ground Up
Designed for technicians new to the field of preventive maintenance
for trucks and trailers, this valuable resource offers readers a
clear, solid understanding of the otherwise complex equipment
involved in truck servicing. It provides the knowledge needed to
identify potential problems during regular service, before they turn
into major repair issues or a roadside breakdown. The book breaks
down into chapters that make sense: from general shop safety and
hand tools to truck/trailer reefer service and coupling systems and
everything in between. Each chapter includes procedures for
inspecting and maintaining that specific area. Using a generic
preventive maintenance checklist as a guideline throughout, this
go-to guide has everything the beginning technician needs to perform
effective servicing. |
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NATEF
Standards Job Sheets A1-A8
Ideal for use as a stand-alone item, or with any
comprehensive or topic-specific automotive book, the entire series
is based on current NATEF standards and consists of
individual books for each of the following areas:
A1 Engine Repair
A2 Automatic Transmissions and
Transaxles
A3 Manual Transmissions
A4 Suspension and Steering
A5 Brakes
A6 Electrical and Electronics
A7 Heating and Air Conditioning
A8 Engine Performance |
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Teaches the Use of Math to Solve Problems
in Automotive Repair
This book features contemporary
drafting problems, CAD drawings, and industry applications and
practices that will enhance the understanding of math by learners
concentrating their studies in the field of drafting. A
comprehensive compilation of integrated math problems and CAD
operations facilitates critical thinking, problem solving, and basic
mathematics literacy. Real-world, modern day applications include
how to use the scientific calculator to approach math problems in
drafting and CAD. |
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Principles of Electricity & Electronics for the Automotive
Technician
Written by an ASE Master technician and
teacher, this simplified approach provides the novice technician
with a comprehensive introduction to the basics of automotive
electricity and electronics. Using a conversational tone, this book
provides simplified explanations of how automotive electricity and
electronics really work as well as a step-by-step introduction to
electrical and electronic diagnostics and service. |
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Project Street Rod - The Step-By-Step Restoration of A Popular
Vintage Car
Teaches Restoration Techniques for Vintage
Automobiles
Project Street Rod is the newest title in Larry Lyles's step-by-step
restoration series of various popular vintage cars. Following on the
heels of Project Charger and Project Mustang, both '60s muscle car
restorations, Project Street Rod details the restoration of a '46
Ford through clear, easy-to-follow instructions and more than 200
color images. Auto Restorer magazine regular feature writer Larry
Lyles works his magic to make a 1946 Ford come alive. |
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Service Consultant - Professional Automotive Technician Series
8-1/2 Hour Self-Paced
Computer Based Training for Service Consultants
Delmar Learning, the leader in providing first-rate educational
materials for automotive technicians, now offers the Service
Consultant Computer Based Training (CBT), which is part of the
exciting, self-paced Professional Automotive Technician Training
Series. This course offers more than 8.5 hours worth of quality
instruction. Combining theory, diagnosis, and repair information
into one easy-to-use training tool, this highly interactive product
helps technicians receive the most applicable delivery method for
their needs, regardless of technical infrastructure. |
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The Profitable Auto Detail Shop - How to Start and Run a Successful
Auto Detailing Business
Learn How To Start Your Own Auto Detailing
Shop
This book will be very helpful for anyone thinking about opening
their own auto detail shop. There are also great ideas and
information for people who already have a shop and are looking for
ways to improve profitability. From out-sourcing and up-selling to
step-by-step detailing systems, this book covers it all including:
Estimating Start-up Costs, Choosing a Location, Advertising and
Marketing, Choosing Equipment, Tools and Products, Shop Layout and
Organization, Customer Service and Pricing, Increasing Profitability
Through Out-sourcing and Up-selling. |
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TechOne: Automotive
Electricity & Electronics
How things work, why we test
objects as we do, and what the test instruments tell us are all part
of the foundation for this new book on automotive electricity and
electronics. Testing is accomplished with common shop tools as well
as highly technical equipment. Each chapter is written in a clear
and concise fashion that is easy to follow, with current J1930
terminology incorporated throughout. |
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TechOne:
Manual Transmissions
Simplifies teaching and learning with
its unique format. Concise chapters cover theory, diagnosis,
service, and repair for manual transmission systems, sub-topics, and
components. This easy-to-follow method helps students rapidly
progress from one topic to the next. Strong illustrations and photos
enhance the approach for visual learners, and all students can
benefit from the coverage of ASE certification requirements. |
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Today's Technician: Advanced Engine Performance CM/SM
Focuses On The Advanced Topics of Engine
Performance
This brand new title in the Today's Technician Series covers the
advanced topics of drivability, emissions testing, and engine
diagnostics in depth. This new book features a thorough study of
On-Board-Diagnostic generation II
(OBD II) Continuous Monitors and Non-Continuous Monitors
strategies, a chapter on Emission Control and Evaporative Systems,
OBD II generic Diagnostic Trouble Codes identification and
diagnosis, and Malfunction Indicator Light Strategies. Advanced use
of On-Board Diagnostic Scanners and Digital Storage Oscilloscopes is
also discussed. |
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Today's Technician: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
Focuses On The Advanced Topics of Engine
Performance
Revised to keep pace with industry trends and the needs of
automotive education programs across the country. Its complete,
technician-oriented coverage will lead users to mastery of all of
the design, construction, troubleshooting techniques, and service
procedures required to enter the workplace. The Classroom Manual
includes a review of directly relevant electricity/electronics
principles, plus more opportunities to gain practice in using
scanners and oscilloscopes to develop critical thinking skills,
diagnose problems, and make effective repairs. Features an
introduction to continuously variable transmissions (CVT),
up-to-the-minute coverage of drivelines for front-wheel drive (FWD)
and four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, and the latest information on
today's high-tech electronic controls and automatic shifting
devices. |
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Today's Technician: Automotive Brake Systems
Learn The Techniques
and Theory of Automotive Brake Systems
Provides outstanding coverage of the theory and repair procedures
related to automotive brakes. Students, entry-level technicians, and
experienced technicians alike will benefit from the two-volume
approach: a Classroom Manual to detail the theories and application
of the total brake system, sub-system, and components, combined with
a corresponding Shop Manual to provide real-world symptoms,
diagnostics, and repair information about these systems. Automotive
Brake Systems, 4E will help prepare readers for the ASE (A5)
certification exam, as well, with ASE Challenge questions at the end
of each chapter of the Shop Manual, and a Practice Exam in the
Appendix. Major updates in this edition include coverage of the
latest materials used in brake systems, current electronics, and an
expanded but more general coverage of electric braking systems, so
users don’t get bogged down with highly detailed,
manufacturer-specific information. Together, the Classroom and Shop
Manuals offer all the information needed to understand, diagnose,
and repair most problems that could occur with today's brakes
systems. |
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Today's Technician: Automotive Electricity & Electronics
Learn The Theory &
Procedures of Automotive Electricity & Electronics
The newest edition of this classroom and shop manual set continues
to provide unsurpassed coverage of the theory and procedures for
automotive electricity and electronics. Streamlined diagnostic and
service procedures and added attention to data bus networks,
including the CAN, LIN, ISO, and other common systems, are
highlighted in this revision. Expanded coverage of vehicle accessory
systems includes the new multi-stage air bag systems, weight
classification systems, side air bag systems, and laser guided
cruise control systems. An all-new chapter on hybrid and high
voltage systems is also featured. |
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Today's Technician: Automotive Engine Performance Classroom Manual
Focuses On The Major Engine Systems and
Engine Performance
This comprehensive training/education package focuses on the major
engine systems affecting engine performance and drivability. Today's
Technician: Automotive Engine Performance, 4th Edition includes
thoroughly updated content on ignition systems, intake and exhaust
systems, fuels and emission controls and related electronics, in two
comprehensive manuals. With a sharp focus on current technologies
and the inclusion of outstanding learning features, this new edition
provides an excellent classroom resource for students preparing to
become future technicians. |
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Today's Technician: Automotive Engine Repair and Rebuilding
Focuses On The
Repairing and Rebuilding Engines
The theory and service of modern automotive engines is at the heart
of this new edition. Thoroughly enhanced and updated, this book
includes information on variable valve timing systems, hybrid and
other advanced technology vehicles. Readers will learn how
components are designed and how they function to support engine
operation through the help of realistic line drawings and
well-structured photographs that engage them in the parts and pieces
of today's automotive engines. The newly revised Third Edition
includes more engine performance diagnostic information, as well as
current NATEF content to help readers adequately prepare for the ASE
certification exam in Engine Repair. |
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Today's Technician: Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning
Learn Automotive Heating & A/C Diagnosis &
Servicing
Two-book set that separates theory and diagnostic content into
Classroom and Shop Manuals. This separation allows readers to learn
theories of heating and air conditioning before applying them, with
the benefit of cross-referenced page numbers in each manual to link
related material. Updated to reflect the industry's latest
developments and trends, this edition includes expanded coverage of
basic theories, as well as all-new sections on upgraded equipment,
sealant contamination and testing, and non-compressible gas
contamination. In addition, the information on compressors has been
updated to include new hybrid electric compressors and the safety
issues that accompany them. |
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Today's Technician: Basic Automotive Service & Systems
Learn The Basics of
Automotive Systems and Service Techniques
This updated classroom/shop manual set explores the basic theories
of operation behind each automotive system and the diagnostic,
testing, and repair procedures assuming no prior knowledge of
automotive technology. Fundamental skills and maintenance are
addressed, as well as the application of the theory behind each
automotive system. New and proposed strategies in engine fuels and
vehicle power systems, an overview of current undercarriage systems
technologies, and information on alternative fuels vehicles are just
some of the topics covered in the new edition.. |
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Today's Technician: Manual Transmissions & Transaxles
Provides Solid Background in
Manual Transmissions and
Transaxles
This comprehensive, two-volume package provides users with a solid
overview of clutches, transmissions, transaxles, drive axles,
differentials, and four-wheel drive systems. The updated fourth
edition features the latest technological developments, including
dual clutch systems, various limited-slip differential designs, six
speed transmissions, constantly variable transmissions, and
self-shifting manual transmissions. With a sharp focus on current
technologies and the inclusion of outstanding learning features,
this new edition provides an excellent classroom resource for
students preparing to become future technicians! |
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