This comprehensive, two-volume package provides users with a solid overview of clutches, transmissions, transaxles, drive axles, differentials, and four-wheel drive systems. The updated fourth edition features the latest technological developments, including dual clutch systems, various limited-slip differential designs, six speed transmissions, constantly variable transmissions, and self-shifting manual transmissions. With a sharp focus on current technologies and the inclusion of outstanding learning features, this new edition provides an excellent classroom resource for students preparing to become future technicians!

Jack Erjavec has become a fixture in the automotive textbook publishing world. He has many years of experience as a technician, educator, author, and editor and has authored or co-authored more than thirty automotive textbooks and training manuals. Mr. Erjavec holds a Masters of Arts degree in Vocational and Technical Education from Ohio State University. He spent twenty years at Columbus State Community College as an instructor and administrator and has also been a long-time affiliate of the North American Council of Automotive Teachers, including serving on the board of directors and as executive vice-president. Jack is also associated with ATMC, SAE, ASA, ATRA, AERA, and other automotive professional associations.

Preface. Chapter1: Basic Safety. Introduction. Personal Safety. Fire Hazards and Prevention. Safe Tools and Equipment. Accidents. Hazardous Materials. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter2: Drive Train Theory. Introduction. Engine. Basic Gear Theory. Transmission. Transmission Gears. CVT Transmissions. Clutch. Drive Line. Rear Axle Assembly. Differential Design. Driving Axles. Types of Gears. Gear Wear. Bearings. General Maintenance. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter3: Clutches. Introduction. Clutch Location. Clutch Design. Clutch Linkages. Clutch Operation. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter4: Manual Transmissions/Transaxles. Introduction. Types of Manual Transmissions/Transaxles. Synchronizers. Transmission Designs. Basic Operation of Manual Transmissions. Gearshift Linkages. Basic Transaxle Operation. Transmission and Transaxle Maintenance. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter5: Front Drive Axles. Introduction. Drive Axles Construction. Drive Axles. CV-Joints. Types of CV-Joints. CV-Joint Designs. Outboard CV- Joint Designs. Inboard CV-Joint Designs. FWD Wheel Bearings. Maintenance. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter6: Drive Shafts and Universal Joints. Introduction. Drive Shaft Construction. Types of Drive Shafts. Universal Joints. Types of Universal Joints. Maintenance. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter7: Differentials and Drive Axles. Introduction. Function and Components. Differential Operation. Axles Housings. Differential Gears. Differential Bearings. Transaxle Final Drive Gears and Differential. Limited Slip Differentials. Drive Axle Shafts and Bearings. Maintenance. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter8: Four-Wheel- Drive Systems. Introduction. Four-Wheel-Drive Design Variations. 4WD Systems. Transfer Cases. Transfer Case Designs. Locking the Hubs. 4WD Suspensions. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter9: Advanced Four-Wheel-Drive Systems. Introduction. Various Designs. Operational Modes. All-Wheel-Drive. Center Differentials. Viscous Couplings. Newer 4WD Design Variations. Summary. Review Questions. Chapter10: Drive Train Electrical and Electronic Systems. Introduction. Basic Electricity. Basic of Electronics. Clutch Safety Switch. Reverse Lamp Switch. High Gear Switch. Upshift Lamp Circuit. ABS Speed Sensor Circuits. Shift Blocking. Electrical Clutches. Self-Shifting. Other Electronic Systems. Summary. Review Questions. Glossary. Index. Shop Manual