This market-leading resource has been providing students with an introduction to the service, diagnosis and repair of passenger and light commercial vehicles for over 48 years.
This revised edition now addresses the needs of students studying the qualifications AUR20520 Cert II in Automotive Servicing Technology and AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. Updated content includes extended coverage on electrical and hybrid vehicles. The resource also now includes the chapter ‘The environment and the automotive service industry’ within the text (previously found online only). The revised edition also includes QR codes at key sections that take students directly to instructional videos. Video topics include dismantling an oil pump, checking bearing oil clearance and checking engine valves, amongst others.
The content ensures full coverage of the latest vehicle computer systems and diagnostic techniques. The resource is available both in print and eBook versions and is complimented by a suite of online resources that provide students with practical tasks and quizzes to help them consolidate their learning.
Key Features:
Trusted and reliable content of the highest quality Language and use of images appropriate and suited to Certificate II and III students Covers all core units and the most popular electives from both the Certificate II and Certificate III courses A single volume course book that students will be able to refer to during and after their training Digital resources available for trainers to assist in the delivery of courses, and for students to practice their skills and review their knowledge Now includes online video content to assist students’ understanding of key concepts Key line drawings have now been colour-coded to aid student comprehension
By:
Ed May,
Les Simpson,
Mr (TAFE NSW,
Ultimo Campus)
Imprint: McGraw-Hill Education / Australia
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 10th Revised edition
Dimensions:
Height: 280mm,
Width: 218mm,
Spine: 48mm
Weight: 2.840kg
ISBN: 9781760427122
ISBN 10: 1760427128
Pages: 1200
Publication Date: 19 May 2023
Audience:
College/higher education
,
Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Part 1 Introduction to motor vehicles 1: Motor vehicle components 2: Workshop safety 3: Workshop practices 4: Tools and their uses 5: Measuring and checking 6: Friction and bearings 7: Seals, gaskets and sealants 8: Fuels, fluids and lubricants 9: Service and maintenance Part 2 Running gear 10: Tyres, wheels and balance 11: Brakes 12: Suspension systems 13: Steering systems 14: Wheel alignment Part 3 Engines and engine systems 15: Engine fundamentals 16: Engine construction 17: General engine service 18: Cylinder head repair and overhaul procedures 19: Cylinder block repair and overhaul 20: Cooling systems and servicing 21: Engine-lubricating systems 22: Intake and exhaust systems and servicing Part 4 Transmissions and drives 23: Clutches and service 24: Manual transmissions, transaxles, four-wheel and all-wheel drive service 25: Drive lines and shafts 26: Rear axle and final drive service 27: Automatic transmissions: torque converters 28: Automatic transmissions: mechanical 29: Automatic transmissions: hydraulics and controls 30: Automatic transmission service Part 5 Petrol fuel and engine management 31: EFI petrol fuel systems 32: Ignition systems 33: Emission controls 34: Diagnosis: petrol engines and other vehicle systems Part 6 Diesel engines 35: Diesel engines: features 36: Diesel fuel systems 37: Diesel fuel systems service Part 7 Electrical basics 38: Basic electrics 39: Effects and applications of electric currents 40: Basic electronics 41: The battery Part 8 Electrical systems 42: Starting systems and service 43: Charging systems and service 44: Body electrical systems and service 45: Instruments and warning systems 46: Vehicle computer systems Part 9 Alternative drive systems 47: Hybrid, all-electric and fuel-cell vehicles Part 10 Safety, security and convenience 48: Braking: ABS, traction control and vehicle stability 49: Air conditioning Part 11 The environment 50: The environment and the automotive service industry 51: online Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes 52: online Workplace communications 53: online Carburettor fuel systems
Ed May is retired and living in Qld. He is a proven successful author for McGraw-Hill, having authored the previous six editions of Automotive Mechanics.
