TechOne: Automotive Engine Repair - Softcover

Dorries, Elisabeth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1401859410 ISBN 13: 9781401859411

Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning, 2004

Synopsis

This complete and concise guide takes a realistic look at the services typically performed in today's modern automotive shop, detailing everything you need to know to repair automotive engines. Current and relevant practices are fully covered, and each engine repair topic is broken down by theory and operation, followed by diagnosis and applicable service and repair procedures. Interesting facts, engaging artwork, and friendly language all welcome readers into the material. Issues of health and safety, as well as soft skills such as communication and professionalism, are stressed throughout. Material in this book is developed in accordance with NATEF guidelines, and takes into account all the criteria needed to adequately prepare readers for the ASE Engine Repair (A1) Certification Exam.

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SECTION ONE SAFETY AND COMMUNICATION Safe Working Practices Engine Diagnostic and Repair Tools Engine Hardware, Gaskets and Sealants Working as an Engine Repair Technician SECTION TWO ENGINE OPERATION AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS Engine Operation Engine Measurement and Ratings Engine Fules and Combustion Lubrication System Operation Lubrication System Service Cooling System Operation Cooling System Maintenance, Diagnosis and Repair Intake and Exhaust System Operation and Diagnosis Turbochargers and Superchargers SECTION THREE ENGINE EVALUATION Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis Spark Plug Evalutaion and Power Balance Testing Compression Testing Cylinder Leakage Testing Engine Smoke and Noise Diagnosis SECTION FOUR ENGINE BLOCK CONSTRUCTION, INSPECTION AND REPAIR Engine Removal Engine Disassembly Engine Block construction Block Measurement and Analysis Block Repair and Assembly SECTION FIVE CYLINDER HEAD CONSTRUCTION, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR Cylinder Head Construction Cylinder Head Component Relplacement and Disassembly Cylinder Head Component Inspection Cylinder Head Service and Assembly SECTION SIX Timing Mechanism Construction, Inspection, and Repair Timing Mechanism Construction Timing Mechanism Inspection Timing Mechanism Repair and Assembly SECTION SEVEN ENGINE ASSEMBLY AND BREAK-IN Valve Adjustment Final Assembly Engine Installation Engine Startup and Break-In Appendix A: ASE Practice Exam for Engine Repair Appendix B: Metric Conversions Appendix C: Special tool Suppliers Bilingual Glossary Index

About the Author:

Elisabeth H. Dorries is a Professor of Automotive Technology at Vermont Technical College. She is an ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician, Master Truck Technician, Master Machinist, Advanced Engine Performance - L1, Advanced Truck Engine Performance - L2, and Alternative Fuels Specialist. Elisabeth Dorries is also a member of SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), STS (Service Technicians Society) and NACAT (North American Council of Automotive Teachers).

About this edition

• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1401859410
• ISBN 13: 9781401859411
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 496