Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair

Gilles, Tim

ISBN 10: 1111309558 ISBN 13: 9781111309558

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 1980

Synopsis

The newly revised 4th edition of AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, International Edition contains all the knowledge and skills necessary for readers to be successful in a number of automotive careers. This text covers all eight major course areas of automotive technology by progressing students through an introduction to shop management and then covering theories of vehicle systems operations with step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting and repairing automobiles. Technically reviewed by instructors and industry experts, the 4th edition of this popular text is designed in particular for the needs of those readers enrolled in NATEF-certified programs. Updated and expanded content in this edition includes coverage of hybrid vehicles, HTHS viscosity ratings, latest coolants, ejector cycle systems, dynamometer, and turbochargers and superchargers.

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Review

INTRODUCTION. Section I: THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY 1. Introduction to the Automobile. 2. Automotive Careers and Technician Certification. Section II: SHOP PROCEDURES, SAFETY, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT. 3. Shop Safety. 4. Shop Management, Service Records, and Parts. 5. Locating Service Information and Specifications. 6. Measuring Tools and Systems. 7. Hardware, Fasteners, Drills, and Thread Repair. 8. Shop Tools. 9. General Shop Equipment. 10. Cleaning Equipment and Methods. 11. Lifting Equipment and Air Compressors. Section III: VEHICLE INSPECTION (Lubrication/Safety Check). 12. Engine Lubrication. 13. Underhood and Body Inspection (Car on Ground). 14. Undercar Inspection and Service. Section IV: BRAKES AND TIRES. 15. Brake Fundamentals. 16. Brakes Service. 17. Anti-lock Brakes - Traction and Stability Control. 18. Bearings, Seals, and Greases. 19. Tire and Wheel Theory. 20. Tire and Wheel Service. Section V: SUSPENSION, STEERING, ALIGNMENT. 21. Suspension Fundamentals. 22. Suspension System Service. 23. Steering Fundamentals. 24. Steering Service. 25. Wheel Alignment Fundamentals. 26. Wheel Alignment Service. Section VI: ENGINE OPERATION AND SERVICE. 27. Introduction to the Engine. 28. Engine Classifications and Advanced Transportation Technologies. 29. Engine Size and Measurements. 30. Engine Upper End. 31. Engine Lower End and Lubrication System Theory. Section VII: AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE SERVICE AND REPAIR. 32. Diagnosing Engine Mechanical Problems. 33. Engine Removal and Disassembly. 34. Engine Sealing, Gaskets, Fastener Torque. 35. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Cylinder Head and Valvetrain. 36. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Block, Crankshaft, Bearings, and Lubrication System. 37. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Piston, Piston Rings, Connecting Rod, Engine Balancing. 38. Ordering Parts, Short and Long Blocks, Engine Assembly. 39. Engine Installation, Break in, and In-Chassis Repairs. Section VIII: COOLING SYSTEM, BELTS, HOSES, AND PLUMBING. 40. Cooling System Theory. 41. Cooling System Service. 42. Automotive Belts. 43. Automotive Hoses. 44. Automotive Plumbing: Tubing and Pipe. Section IX: DRIVE TRAIN. 45. Clutch Fundamentals. 46. Clutch Diagnosis and Service. 47. Manual Transmission Fundamentals. 48. Manual Transmission Diagnosis and Service. 49. Automatic Transmission Fundamentals. 50. Automatic Transmission Diagnosis and Service. 51. Driveline Operation. 52. Driveline Diagnosis and Service. 53. Front Wheel Drive (Transaxle and CV Joints) Fundamentals. 54. Front Wheel Drive (Transaxle and CV Joints) Service. 55. Driveline Vibration. Section X: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THEORY AND SERVICE. 56. Basic Electrical System Theory and Repairs. 57. Battery Fundamentals. 58. Battery Service. 59. Starting System Fundamentals. 60. Starting System Service. 61. Charging System Fundamentals. 62. Charging System Service. 63. Lighting and Wiring Fundamentals. 64. Lighting and Wiring Service. 65. Safety, Security, Comfort Systems, and Electrical Accessories. Section XI: HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. 66. Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals. 67. Heating and Air Conditioning Service. Section XII: ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS: THEORY AND SERVICE. 68. Ignition System Fundamentals. 69. Ignition System Service. 70. Fuels and Alternative Fuels. 71. Fuel System Fundamentals. 72. Fuel System Service. 73. Intake and Exhaust Systems, Turbochargers and Superchargers. 74. Emission Control System Fundamentals. 75. Emission Control System Service. 76. Electronics and Computer Systems Fundamentals. 77. Electronics and Computer Systems Service. 78. Advanced Emissions and On-board Diagnostics (ODB). 79. Diagnosing Engine Performance Problems.

About the Author

Tim Gilles has authored or co-authored several textbooks and has been active in professional associations for many years. He was president and a board member of the California Automotive Teachers (CAT), a board member and election committee chair of the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT), a member of the California Community College Chancellor's Trade and Industry Advisory Committee, and education committee chair for the Santa Barbara Chapter of the Independent Automotive Professionals Association. Mr. Gilles has also served several terms as a board member of the Santa Barbara Automotive Service Council and is active in industry associations such as AERA, The Automotive Repair Coalition, and IATN, including delivering presentations at numerous conferences. He was an automotive teacher for 38 years and is professor emeritus in the Automotive Technology Department at Santa Barbara City College. Mr. Gilles holds the industry certifications of ASE Master Automotive Technician and ASE Master Engine Machinst.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1980
• ISBN 10: 1111309558
• ISBN 13: 9781111309558
• Binding: Misc. Supplies
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 1552