Automotive Engine Performance: Classroom and Shop Manuals (Today's Technician) - Softcover

Pickerill, Ken

 
9781133592891: Automotive Engine Performance: Classroom and Shop Manuals (Today's Technician)

Synopsis

The 6th Edition of TODAY'S TECHNICIAN: AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE is a comprehensive learning package designed to build automotive skills in both classroom and shop settings. Following current NATEF criteria, this two-manual set examines each of the major systems affecting engine performance and driveability?including intake and exhaust, sensors, computerized engine controls, fuel ignition, and emissions. The Classroom Manual addresses system theory, while a coordinating Shop Manual covers tools, procedures, diagnostics, testing, and service. This edition includes updates to the latest technologies to take automotive technician training to new levels.

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Review

PART I: CLASSROOM MANUAL. 1. Overview of Engine Performance. 2. Basic Theories. 3. Engine Design and Operation. 4. Electricity and Electronics. 5. Intake and Exhaust Systems. 6. Input Sensors. 7. Fuel Systems. 8. Electronic Fuel Injection Systems. 9. Distributor Ignition. 10. Electronic Ignition (EI) Systems. 11. Emission Control Systems. 12. Computer Outputs and Networks. 13. OBD II. 14. Related Systems. PART II: SHOP MANUAL. 1. Tools and Safety. 2. Typical Shop Procedures and Equipment. 3. General Engine Condition Diagnosis. 4. Basic Electrical Tests and Service. 5. Intake and Exhaust System Diagnosis and Service. 6. Engine Control System Diagnosis and Service. 7. Fuel System Diagnosis and Service. 8. Electronic Fuel Injection Diagnosis and Service. 9. Distributor Ignition System Diagnosis and Service. 10. Electronic Ignition System (EI) Diagnosis and Service. 11. Emission Control System Diagnosis and Service. 12. Servicing Computer Outputs and Networks. 13.On-Board Diagnostic (OBD II)System Diagnostics and Service. 14. Related Systems.

About the Author

Ken Pickerill is a Certified Master Automotive Technician (with ASE Area L1 and X1) and an instructor at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Mr. Pickerill was a technician for 22 years before entering the training field, and he has more than 36 years of technical and teaching experience. He received his M.S. degree in career and technical education from Indiana State University.

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9781133592921: Today's Technician: Automotive Engine Performance Classroom and Shop Manuals, International Edition

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ISBN 10:  1133592929 ISBN 13:  9781133592921
Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning, 2013
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