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Table of Contents
From the Book - 3rd ed.
Introduction and how cars work
Buying an automobile
Automotive expenses
Repair facilities
Safety around the automobile
Basic tools
Auto care and cleaning
Fluid level check
Electrical system
Lubrication system
Fuel system
Cooling system and climate control
Ignition system
Suspension, steering, and tires
Braking system
Drivetrain
Exhaust and emission system
Alternative fuels and designs
Automotive accessories
Common problems and roadside emergencies.
From the Book - 2nd ed.
Chapter 1: Introduction And How Cars Work
Introduction
Objectives
Major automotive contributors
Automotive milestones
How cars work
Engine identification
Vehicle identification
Common fuels and designs
Future
Summary
Chapter 2: Buying An Automobile
Introduction
Objectives
Purpose of buying
Buying steps
Summary
Chapter 3: Automotive Expenses
Introduction
Objectives
Car payments
Insurance
Fuel expenses
License and registration
Maintenance and repairs
Summary
Chapter 4: Repair Facilities
Introduction
Objectives
Key characteristics of a quality repair facility
Facility types
Estimates and repair orders
Warranty considerations
Summary
Chapter 5: Safety Around The Automobile
Introduction
Objectives
Laboratory safety
OSHA
Safety equipment
Fire extinguishers
Automotive lifts
Lifting a vehicle safely
Using jacks and jack stands
Safety around airbags
Summary
Chapter 6: Basic Tools
Introduction
Objectives
Common hand tools
Lifting tools
Tire tools
Measuring tools
Electric related tools
Oil change and lube tools
Cutting and grinding tools
Inspection tools
Cleaning supplies
Specialty tools
Vehicle service manuals
Summary
Chapter 7: Auto Care And Cleaning
Introduction
Objectives
Automotive finishes
Exterior care and cleaning
Interior care and cleaning
Engine compartment cleaning
Finish repair
Forgotten part lubrication
Summary
Chapter 8: Fluid Level Check
Introduction
Objectives
Types of fluids
Summary
Chapter 9: Electrical System
Introduction
Objectives
Electrical terms
Battery
Starting system
Charging system
Fuses
Lights
Computer
Summary
Chapter 10: Lubrication System
Introduction
Objectives
Purpose of engine oil
Understanding oil ratings
Synthetic oil
Oil filters
Changing the oil and filter
Summary
Chapter 11: Fuel System
Introduction
Objectives
Fuel system purpose
Fuel system components
Crude oil distillation
Gasoline properties
Diesel properties
Refueling
Improving fuel economy
Cylinder deactivation
Fuel prices
Summary
Chapter 12: Cooling System And Climate Control
Introduction
Objectives
Cooling system purpose
Cooling system components
Coolant properties
Coolant flow
Heater core
Cabin air filter
Air conditioning
Summary
Chapter 13: Ignition System
Introduction
Objectives
Ignition system purpose
Ignition system generations
Ignition system components
Summary
Chapter 14: Suspension, Steering, And Tires
Introduction
Objectives
Suspension system purpose
Suspension components
Steering system purpose
Steering system components
Tire classifications
Tire care and maintenance
Summary
Chapter 15: Braking System
Introduction
Objectives
Braking system purpose
Types of brakes
Braking system components
Brake fluid
Antilock brakes
Electronic stability control
Parking brakes
Summary
Chapter 16: Drivetrain
Introduction
Objectives
Purpose of the drivetrain
Transmission fluid
Drivetrain components
Drivetrain systems
Summary
Chapter 17: Exhaust And Emission System
Introduction
Objectives
Exhaust and emission purpose
Exhaust components
Emission components
Emission testing
Summary
Chapter 18: Alternative Fuels And Designs
Introduction
Objectives
Purpose of alternatives
Biodiesel vehicles
Flex-fuel E85 vehicles
Natural gas vehicles
Propane vehicles
Bi-fuel vehicles
Hybrid vehicles
Electric vehicles
Solar vehicles
Hydrogen powered vehicles
Technological issues
Summary
Chapter 19: Automotive Accessories
Introduction
Objectives
Interior accessories
Electronic accessories
Exterior accessories
Hauling and towing accessories
Summary
Chapter 20: Common Problems And Roadside Emergencies
Introduction
Objectives
Diagnosing problems
Common problems
Roadside emergencies
Summary
Appendix A: Online/Workbook Activities
Appendix B: Acronyms/Abbreviations
Appendix C: Text Features
Procedures
Q & As
Tech tips
Calculations
Trouble guides
Servicing
Web links
Career paths
Glossary
Index
Order information
Online/workbook information
Reviews.
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9781627020060
9780974079264
9780974079219
9781627020015
097407926
9780974079264
9780974079219
9781627020015
097407926
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