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.
Each chapter begins with a pretest that indicates the depth of
preparation required to become familiar with the information in the
chapter, followed by a description of each ASE task and the
must-have information related to the task.
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.
Chapter 1 Engine Repair: Pretest, General Engine
Diagnosis, Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair,
Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair, Lubrication and Cooling Systems
Diagnosis and Repair, Fuel, Electrical, Ignition, and Exhaust
System Inspection and Service, Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle: Pretest,
General Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis, Mechanical/Hydraulic
Systems, Electronic Systems, Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance
and Adjustment, In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair,
Off-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Repair, Removal, Disassembly,
and Assembly, Gear Train, Shafts, Bushings, Oil Pump, and Case,
Friction and Reaction units, Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 3 Manual Drive Train and Axles: Pretest, Clutch
Diagnosis and Repair, Transmission Diagnosis and Repair, Transaxle
Diagnosis and Repair, Drive (Half) Shaft and Universal
Joint/Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Diagnosis and Repair (Front and
Rear Wheel Drive), Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 4 Suspension and Steering: Pretest, Steering
System Diagnosis and Repair, Steering Columns and Manual Steering
Gears, Power-Assisted Steering Units, Steering Linkage, Suspension
System Diagnosis and Repair, Front Suspension, rear Suspensions,
Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair, Wheel and Tire
Diagnosis and Repair, Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 5 Brakes: Pretest, Hydraulic System Diagnosis
and repair, Master Cylinder (Non-ABS), Fluid, Lines and Hoses,
Valves and Switches (Non-ABS), Power Assist Units Diagnosis and
Repair, Miscellaneous Systems (Wheel Bearings, Parking Brakes,
Electrical, etc.) Diagnosis and Repair, Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Diagnosis and Repair, Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 6 Electrical/Electronic Systems: Pretest,
General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis, Battery Diagnosis
and Service, Starting System Diagnosis and Repair, Charging System
Diagnosis and Repair, Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair,
Headlights, Parking Lights, Taillights, Dash Lights, and Courtesy
Lights, Stoplights, Turn Signals, Hazard Lights, and Back up
Lights, Gauges, Warning Devices, and Driver Information Systems
Diagnosis and Repair, Horn and Wiper/Washer Diagnosis and Repair,
Accessories Diagnosis and Repair, Body, Miscellaneous, Answers and
Analysis.
Chapter 7 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Systems: Pretest, A/C System Diagnosis and Repair,
refrigeration System Component Diagnosis and Repair, Compressor
and Clutch, Evaporator, Condenser, and Related Components, Heating
and Engine Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair, Operating Systems
and Related Controls Diagnosis and Repair, Electrical
Vacuum/Mechanical, Automatic and Semi-Automatic Heating,
Ventilating, and A/C Systems, Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and
Handling, Answers and Analysis.
Chapter 8 Engine Performance: Pretest, General Engine
Diagnosis, Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair, Fuel, Air
Induction, and Exhaust System Diagnosis and Repair, Emissions
Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair (Including OBD II), Positive
Crankcase Ventilation, Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and
Repair (Including OBD II), Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Emissions
Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair (Including OBD II), Secondary
Air Injection (AIR) and Catalytic Converter, Emissions Control
Systems Diagnosis and Repair (Including OBD II) Evaporative
Emissions Controls, Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis and
Repair (Including OBD II), Engines Electrical Systems Diagnosis
and Repair, Battery, Engines Electrical Systems Diagnosis and
Repair, Starting System, Engines Electrical Systems Diagnosis and
Repair, Charging System, Post Test, Answers and Analysis, Answers
to Post Test
Chapter 9 Advanced Engine Performance: Pretest, Answers
to Pretest, Composite Vehicle, Input Sensors, Output Actuators,
PCM Operating Modes, OBD II Monitors, General Powertrain
Diagnosis, Computerized Powertrain Controls Diagnosis—Including
OBD II, Ignition System Diagnosis, Fuel Systems and Air Induction
Systems Diagnosis, Emission Control Systems Diagnosis, I/M Failure
Diagnosis, Post Test, Answers and Analysis, Answers to Post Test,
Glossary
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