TechOne: Automatic Transmission - Softcover

Erjavec, Jack

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0766811697 ISBN 13: 9780766811690

Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, 2004

Synopsis

With more pertinent content than any other one-volume book on the subject, TechOne: Automatic Transmissions helps readers understand transmissions and related systems to facilitate effective diagnosis and service of automobiles. All NATEF tasks in the area of Automatic Transmissions are covered in easy-to-digest portions, allowing readers to master the basics before moving into more technical concepts. Engaging graphics augment the lesson-sized chapters that examine transmission gears, hydraulics, electrical theories, technician duties, safety, tools of the trade, and more. The end result is a comprehensive book that will allow readers to become more proficient in theory, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions.

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Review:

SECTION 1 SAFETY AND COMMUNICATIONS: Safe Work Practice Measuring Systems, Fasteners, and Measuring Tools Tools of the Trade Working as an Automatic Transmission Specialist SECTION 2 BASIC THEORIES AND SERVICES: Complete Drive Train Theory Hydraulics Basic Electrical Theory Basic Electrical Service SECTION 3 BASIC OPERATION: Automatic Transmission Operation Torque Converter Operation Basic Hydraulic Controls Electronic Controls Common Transmission SECTION 4 DIAGNOSTICS AND IN-VEHICLE SERVICE: Diagnosing Automatic Transmissions Basic EAT Diagnosing Detailed EAT Testing Torque Converter Diagnoisis In-Vehicle Services External Adjustments and service SECTION 5 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AND CONTROLS: Basic Hydraulic Systems Transmission Pumps Flow Diagrams Diagnosing Hydraulic Circuits SECTION 6 INTERNAL PARTS: Planetary Gear Sets Friction and Reaction Units Bearings, Thrust Washers, and Seals Transfer and Final Drives SECTION 7 TRANSMISSION SERVICE: Transmission/Transaxle Removal Torque Converters Disassembly Servicing Pumps General Hydraulic System Service Gears and Shafts Transfer and Final Drives Reaction and Friction Units Reassembly and Testing Install Transmission/Transaxle Appendix A ASE Practice Exam for Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles.Appendix B NATEF Correlations.Appendix C USCS and Metric Conversions.Appendix D Fractions of Inches to Decimal and Metric Equivalents.Appendix E General Torque Specifications.

About the Author:

Jack Erjavec has become a fixture in the automotive textbook publishing world. He has decades of experience as a technician, educator, author, and editor, and has authored or co-authored more than 30 automotive textbooks and training manuals. Erjavec holds a master's degree in vocational and technical education from Ohio State University, and he spent twenty years at Columbus State Community College as an instructor and administrator. A long-time affiliate of the North American Council of Automotive Teachers, he also served as executive vice-president for the organization and spent several years on its board of directors. Erjavec is also associated with ATMC, SAE, ASA, ATRA, AERA, and other automotive professional associations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0766811697
• ISBN 13: 9780766811690
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 480