| Edition |
Second edition. |
| Description |
192 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
1. Introduction and how cars work -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Major automotive contributors -- Automotive milestones -- How cars work -- Engine identification -- Vehicle identification -- Common fuels and designs -- The future -- Summary -- 2. Buying an automobile -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of Buying -- Buying steps -- Summary -- 3. Automotive expenses -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Car payments -- Insurance -- Fuel expenses -- License and registration -- Maintenance and repairs -- Summary -- 4. Repair facilities -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Key characteristics of a quality repair facility -- Facility types -- Estimates and repair orders -- Warranty considerations -- Summary -- 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 -- 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 -- 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 -- 8. Fluid level check -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Types of fluids -- Summary -- 9. Electrical system -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Electrical terms -- Battery -- Starting system -- Charging system -- Fuses -- Lights -- Computer -- Summary -- 10. Lubrication system -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of engine oil -- Understanding oil ratings -- Synthetic oil -- Oil filters -- Changing the oil and filter -- Summary -- 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 -- |
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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 -- 13. Ignition system -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Ignition system purpose -- Ignition system generations -- Ignition system components -- Summary -- 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 -- 15. Braking system -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Braking system purpose -- Types of brakes -- Braking system components -- Brake fluid -- Antilock brakes -- Electronic stability control -- Parking brakes -- Summary -- 16. Drivetrain -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of the drivetrain -- Transmission fluid -- Drivetrain components -- Drivetrain systems -- Summary -- 17. Exhaust and emission system -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Exhaust and emission purpose -- Exhaust components -- Emission components -- Emission testing -- Summary -- 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 -- 19. Automotive accessories -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Interior accessories -- Electronic accessories -- Exterior accessories -- Hauling and towing accessories -- Summary -- 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. |
| Subject |
Automobiles -- Maintenance and repair -- Popular works.
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| Added Author |
Gray, Linda E.
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| ISBN |
9780974079264 |
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097407926X |
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9780974079219 paperback |
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0974079219 paperback |
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