Auto Fundamentals,9781566375771

Auto Fundamentals

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Edition: Revised
ISBN13: 9781566375771
ISBN10: 1566375770
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2000-01-01
Publisher(s): Goodheart-Willcox Pub
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Summary

Provides the reader with a thorough understanding of the design, construction, and operation of automotive systems. The material is applicable to all vehicles, often using a build-it-yourself approach. Important terms appear in bold type, and many of the illustrations were done especially for this textbook. Previous edition: c1996. DLC: Automobile design and construction.

Table of Contents

Building an Engine
11(16)
What Is an Engine?
11(5)
Four-Stroke Cycle
16(4)
What Opens and Closes the Valves?
20(3)
The Flywheel
23(1)
Basic Engine Completed
24(3)
Design, Construction, Application of Engine Components
27(28)
The Engine Block
27(1)
Cylinders
28(1)
Pistons
29(10)
Connecting Rods
39(2)
Crankshaft
41(1)
Vibration Damper
42(1)
Timing Gear or Sprocket
43(1)
Flywheel
44(1)
Camshaft
44(1)
Valves
45(2)
Mechanical Valve Lifters
47(1)
Hydraulic Valve Lifters
47(3)
Cylinder Head
50(1)
Oil Pan
50(1)
Timing Gear Cover
50(1)
Gaskets
50(1)
Sealants
50(1)
Seals
51(1)
Other Parts
51(4)
Engine Classification, Parts Identification
55(18)
Cycle Classification
55(1)
Valve Location Classifications
56(4)
Combustion Chamber Design
60(2)
Cylinder Classification
62(1)
Firing Order
62(1)
Cooling Classification
62(1)
Fuel Classification
63(2)
Experimental Engines
65(3)
Engine Mounting
68(1)
Identification and Classification
68(5)
Safety, Lab Procedures
73(8)
Preventing Accidents
73(1)
Keep Safety in Mind
74(7)
Tool Identification and Use
81(20)
What to Look for in a Tool
81(1)
Tool Handling and Storage
81(1)
Types of Tools
81(11)
Measuring Tools
92(9)
Engine Tests and Measurements
101(8)
What is Horsepower?
101(4)
Volumetric Efficiency
105(1)
Engine Size (Displacement)
105(1)
Compression Ratio
106(3)
Electrical System Fundamentals
109(12)
Basic Electricity
109(7)
Basic Automotive Electronics
116(5)
Ignition Systems
121(20)
High Voltage Is Necessary
121(1)
Primary Circuit
122(7)
Secondary Circuit
129(5)
Ignition Timing and Advance
134(7)
Fuel Injection Systems
141(24)
Providing the Correct Air-Fuel Mixture
141(1)
Fuel Injection
141(2)
Pulse Fuel Injection
143(1)
Types of Pulse Fuel Injection Systems
143(1)
Pulse Fuel Injection System Components
144(6)
Continuous Fuel Injection System
150(4)
Diesel Fuel Injection
154(6)
Superchargers and Turbochargers
160(5)
Fuel Supply and Carburetors
165(28)
Fuel Supply System
165(6)
Carburetors
171(14)
Air Cleaners
185(1)
Carburetor Classifications
185(8)
Cooling Systems
193(18)
The Need for a Cooling System
193(1)
Two Methods of Cooling
193(13)
Air-Cooled Engines
206(5)
Lubrication Systems
211(18)
The Need for a Lubrication System
211(1)
Engine Oil
212(3)
Engine Lubrication Systems
215(6)
Oil Filtration
221(2)
Crankcase Ventilation
223(1)
Oil Seals
224(1)
Oil Pressure Indicators
224(1)
Dipstick
225(1)
Cooling the Oil
226(3)
Exhaust Systems
229(10)
Purpose of the Exhaust System
229(1)
Exhaust System Designs
229(1)
Exhaust System Components
230(3)
Exhaust System Materials
233(1)
Sealing the Exhaust System
234(5)
Emission Systems
239(20)
The Need for Emission Controls
239(1)
Emission Control Systems
239(1)
Engine Modifications and Controls
239(5)
External Cleaning Systems
244(7)
Fuel Vapor Controls
251(4)
Computer-Controlled Emission Systems
255(1)
Emission Systems Caution
256(3)
Computer Systems
259(18)
Computers on Modern Vehicles
259(14)
Static Electricity
273(4)
Charging and Starting Systems
277(26)
Battery
277(5)
Charging System
282(8)
Starter System
290(13)
Chassis Electrical
303(20)
Chassis Wiring
303(3)
Circuit Protection Devices
306(1)
Vehicle Lights and Light Switches
307(5)
Chassis Mounted Solenoids and Relays
312(1)
Horns and Horn Relays
313(1)
Rear Window and Mirror Defrosters
313(1)
Chassis Mounted Motors
313(3)
Electric Gauges
316(1)
Cruise Control
316(1)
Air Bag Systems
316(7)
Engine Clutches
323(12)
Clutch Purpose
323(1)
Clutch Construction
323(6)
Clutch Operation
329(1)
Clutch Pedal Linkage
330(2)
Clutch Cooling
332(3)
Manual Transmissions and Transaxles
335(20)
Manual Transmissions and Transaxles
335(1)
The Engine Needs Help
335(11)
Manual Transaxles
346(5)
Speed Shifting
351(4)
Four-Wheel Drive
355(12)
Purposes of the Four-Wheel Drive
355(1)
Four-Wheel Drive Components
355(1)
Four-Wheel Drive Designs
355(1)
Transfer Case
355(8)
Locking Hubs
363(4)
Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
367(28)
Transmissions and Transaxles
367(2)
Torque Converter
369(4)
Planetary Gearsets
373(3)
Holding Members
376(4)
Hydraulic Control System
380(11)
Transmission Lubrication
391(1)
Fluid Cooling
391(4)
Axles and Drives
395(24)
Rear Wheel Drive Shafts
395(4)
Constant Velocity (CV) Axles
399(3)
Rear-Wheel Drive Axle Assemblies
402(1)
Rear-Wheel Drive Axle Components
403(12)
Four-Wheel Drive Front Drive Axles
415(4)
Brakes
419(34)
Hydraulic Basics
419(2)
Master Cylinder
421(5)
Brake System Hydraulic Control Valves
426(4)
Disc Brake Calipers
430(1)
Wheel Cylinders
431(2)
Brake Friction Members
433(1)
Disc Brake Assembly
434(1)
Drum Brake Assembly
435(4)
Power Brake Systems
439(1)
Vacuum-Assisted Power Booster
439(3)
Hydraulic Pressure-Operated Power Booster
442(2)
Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS)
444(1)
Traction Control Systems
445(3)
Brake Lights
448(5)
Suspension Systems
453(26)
The Need for a Suspension System
453(1)
Suspension System Components
453(2)
Springs
455(2)
Shock Absorbers
457(2)
Air Shock Absorbers
459(4)
Front Suspension Systems
463(1)
Conventional Independent Front Suspension
463(5)
Rear Suspension Systems
468(1)
Suspension Lubrication
469(2)
Automatic Level Control
471(3)
Computerized Ride Control Systems
474(5)
Steering Systems
479(24)
Steering System
479(1)
Steering Linkage
480(5)
Steering Wheel, Steering Shaft, and Steering Gear
485(4)
Power Steering
489(14)
Wheels and Tires
503(12)
Wheels
503(2)
Wheel Hubs and Bearings
505(1)
Tires
506(9)
Wheel Alignment
515(16)
Purpose of Wheel Alignment
515(1)
Wheel Alignment Angles
515(5)
Steering Geometry
520(6)
Tire Wear Patterns and Alignment
526(1)
Alignment Equipment
526(2)
Other Factors That Can Affect Alignment
528(3)
Air Conditioning and Heating
531(24)
Purposes of Automotive Air Conditioning
531(1)
Principles of Refrigeration
531(3)
How the Refrigeration System Work
534(2)
Major Components of the Air Conditioning System
536(10)
Service Valves
546(1)
Refrigerant Oil
546(2)
Refrigerant Handling Precautions
548(1)
Retrofitting
548(1)
Heater Systems
548(1)
Air Distribution and Control
548(2)
Heater-Air Conditioning Control Systems
550(5)
ASE Certification
555(6)
Reasons for ASE Tests
555(1)
Applying for the ASE Tests
555(2)
Taking the ASE Test
557(1)
Test Results
557(1)
Recertification Tests
558(3)
Career Opportunities
561(8)
A Vast Field
561(1)
Types of Automotive Service Careers
561(2)
Working Conditions
563(1)
Wages
563(1)
Working Hours
564(1)
Availability of Employment
564(1)
How Does a Person Become an Automotive Technician
564(2)
Additional Training Information
566(1)
Plan Your Career Early
567(1)
Keep Up-to-Date
567(2)
Conversion Tables 569(8)
Dictionary of Automotive Terms 577(20)
Acknowledgements 597(2)
Index 599

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