Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service

This text meets the needs of Automotive Principles courses that cover each area of automotive service. This text will help students learn how all of the systems within automotive are connected. Our revised format with smaller sections will make it easier for students to learn and master the content.



For courses in Automotive Principles, Service and/or Mechanics



This text meets the needs of Automotive Principles courses that cover each area of automotive service. This text will help students learn how all of the systems within automotive are connected. Our revised format with smaller sections will make it easier for students to learn and master the content.



Hallmark Features

Chapter content is revised-allows instructors to assign shorter sections of the text, which are supported by chapter features
Sidebar content provides real world examples of how the content is applied in the automotive service industry
Revised photos throughout the text- shows actual photos component as opposed to line art to help students better understand the system and components involved
Diagnostic approach helps students enhance their troubleshooting skills.


Careers in the Automotive Service area
Additional chapter questions added to reinforce students understanding
Content reformatted to allow instructors more flexibility in teaching content
New chapter on basic math needed by service technicians as well as information on how to interpret charts and graphs
3 new chapters on Hybrid and Fuel cell vehicles and vehicle safety procedures


Section One: Careers in the Automotive Service Area

Chapter 1-Automotive Background and Overview

Chapter 2-Careers in the Automotive Industry

Chapter 3-Starting a Career in the Automotive Industry

Chapter 4-Working as a Professional Service Technician

Chapter5- Technician Certification



Section Two: Safety and Environmental

Chapter 6- Shop Safety

Chapter 7-Environmental and Health Concerns



Section Three: Tools, Shop Equipment and Measuring

Chapter 8-Fasteners and Thread Repair

Chapter 9-Hand Tools

Chapter 10-Power Tools and Shop Equipment

Chapter 11-Vehicle Hoisting

Chapter 12- Measuring Systems and Tools



Section Four-Principles, Math and Calculations

Chapter 13-Scientific Principles and Materials

Chapter 14-Math, Charts, and Calculations



Section Five: Vehicle Service Information and Routine Maintenance

Chapter 15-Service Information

Chapter 16-Vehicle Identification and Emission Ratings

Chapter 17-Preventative Maintenance and Service Procedures



Section Six: Engine Repair

Chapter 18- Gasoline Engine Operation, Parts, and Specification

Chapter 19-Diesel Engine Operation, Parts, and Specifications

Chapter 20-Cooling System Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 21-Lubrication System Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 22- Intake and Exhaust Systems

Chapter 23-Turbocharging and Supercharging

Chapter 24-Engine Condition Diagnosis

Chapter 25- Engine Disassembly, Cleaning, and Crack Detection

Chapter 26-Cylinder Heads and Valves

Chapter 27- Camshafts and Valve Trains

Chapter 28- Pistons, Rings and Connecting Rods

Chapter 29-Engine Blocks, Crankshafts and Bearings

Chapter 30-Engine Blueprinting and Assembly



Section Seven-Electrical and Electronic Systems

Chapter 31-Electrical Fundamentals

Chapter 32-Electrical Circuits and Ohm’s Law

Chapter 33-Series, Parallel, and Series-Parallel Circuits

Chapter 34-Digital Meters and Scope Usage

Chapter 35-Automotive Wiring and Wire Repair

Chapter 36-Wiring Schematics and Troubleshooting

Chapter 37-Capacitance and Magnetism

Chapter 38-Electronic Fundamentals

Chapter 39-Batteries and Battery Testing

Chapter 40-Cranking System Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 41-Charging System Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 42-Lighting and Signaling Circuits

Chapter 43-Driver Information and Navigation Systems

Chapter 44-Horn, Wiper, and Blower Motor Circuits

Chapter 45-Accessory Circuits

Chapter 46-Restraint Systems and Airbags

Chapter 47-Audio System Operation and Diagnosis



Section Eight

Chapter 48- Heating and Air Conditioning Components and Operation

Chapter 49-Automatic Air Conditioning System Diagnosis

Chapter 50-Heating ad Air Conditioning System Diagnosis

Chapter 51-Heating and Air Conditioning System Service



Section Nine-Engine Performance

Chapter 52-Gasoline and Alternative Fuels

Chapter 53-Computer and Network Fundamentals

Chapter 54-On Board Diagnosis

Chapter 55- Computer Sensors

Chapter 56-Ignition System Components and Operation

Chapter 57-Ignition System Diagnosis and Service

Chapter 58-Fuel Pumps, Lines, and Filters

Chapter 59-Fuel-Injection Components and Operation

Chapter 60- Fuel Injection System Diagnosis and Service

Chapter 61-Vehicle Emission Standards and Testing

Chapter 62-Emission Control Devices Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 63-Scan Tools and Engine Performance Diagnosis



Section Ten-Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicles

Chapter 64-Hybrid Electric Vehicle Fundamentals

Chapter 65-Hybrid Electric Vehicle Safety Procedures

Chapter 66-Fuel Cells and Advanced Technologies



Section Eleven-Brakes

Chapter 67-Brake System Components and Performance Standards

Chapter 68-Braking System Principles

Chapter 69-Brake Hydraulic Systems

Chapter 70-Hydraulic Valves and Switches

Chapter 71-Brake Fluid and Lines

Chapter 72-Brake Bleeding Methods and Procedures

Chapter 73-Wheel Bearings and Service

Chapter 74-Drum Brake Parts and Operation

Chapter 75-Drum Brake Diagnosis and Service

Chapter 76-Disc Brake Parts and Operation

Chapter 77-Disc Brake Diagnosis and Service

Chapter 78-Parking Brake Operation, Diagnosis, and Service

Chapter 79-Machining Brake Drum and Rotors

Chapter 80-Power-Assisted Brake Device Operation and Diagnosis

Chapter 81-Antilock Brake and Traction Control Systems

Chapter 82-ABS Diagnosis and Service



Section Twelve

Chapter 83- Tires and Wheels

Chapter 84-Tire and Wheel Service

Chapter 85-Suspension System Components and Operation

Chapter 86-Front Suspension and Service

Chapter 87-Rear Suspension and Service

Chapter 88-Electronic Suspension Systems

Chapter 89-Steering Columns and Gears

Chapter 90-Steering Linkage and Service

Chapter 91-Power Assisted Steering Operation and Service

Chapter 92-Wheel Alignment Principles

Chapter 93-Alignment Diagnosis and Service



Section Thirteen-Manual Drive Train and Axles

Chapter 94-Clutches

Chapter 95-Manual Transmission/Transaxles

Chapter 96-Drive Shafts and CV Joints

Chapter 97-Drive Axles Shaft and CV Joint Service

Chapter 98-Differentials

Chapter 99- Four-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive



Section Fourteen

Chapter 100-Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Principles

Chapter 101-Hydraulic Components and Control Systems

Chapter 102-Automatic Transmission/Transaxles Diagnosis and In-Vehicle Service

Chapter103-Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service Unit Repair



Appendix 1- ASE Certification Test Correlation Chart

Appendix 2- NATEF Correlation Chart


Automotive Principles (Automotive Technology).