Synopses & Reviews
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!
About the Author
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.
Table of Contents
Preface. Chapter1: Tools and Safety. Common Hand Tools. Power Tools. Lifting Tools. Special Tools. Safe Work Practices. Tool and Equipment Safety. Vehicle Operation. Lifting and Carrying. Fire Hazards and Prevention. Work Area Safety. Accidents. Hazardous Materials. Summary. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. Review Questions. Chapter2: Typical Shop Procedures. Measuring Systems. Fasteners. Measuring Tools. Basic Gear Adjustments. Service Manuals. Logical Diagnostics. Working as an Auto Tech. ASE Certification. Terms to Know. Summary. Job Sheets. Review Questions. Chapter3: Servicing Clutches. Clutch Problem Diagnosis. Mechanical Clutch Controls. Pressure Plate. Clutch Disc. Flywheel. Removing the Clutch Assembly. Input Shaft Pilot Bearing and Bushings. Clutch Release Bearing. Guidelines for Servicing Clutch Systems. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Chapter4: Servicing Transmissions/Transaxles. Diagnostics. Troubleshooting Transmission/Transaxle Problems. In-Car Service. Removing the Transmission/Transaxle. Disassembling the Transmission. Inspection of Transmission/Transaxle Parts. Cleaning Transmission/Transaxle Components. Reassembly of the Transmission/Transaxle. Disassembly and Reassembly of the Differential Case. Installing the Transmission/Transaxle. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Chapter5: Servicing Front Drive Axles. Diagnosing FWD Axle Problems. Visual Inspection. Drive Axle Removal. Bench Inspection. Service Kits. General Service Procedures. FWD Front Wheel Bearings. Guidelines for Servicing CV-Joints and Drive Axles. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Chapter6: Servicing Drive Shafts and Universal Joints. Diagnosing Drive Shaft Problems. Drive Shafts Inspection. Disassembling and Assembling Universal Joints. Double Cardan U-Joints. Drive Shaft Balance. Drive Shaft Runout. Universal Joint and Shaft Angles. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Chapter7: Servicing Differentials and Drive Axles. Diagnosis of Differential and Drive Axles. In-Vehicle Services. Out-of-Vehicle Services. Removing Final Drive Assemblies. Inspection of Parts. Reassembling a Differential Assembly. Ring and Pinion Gear Adjustments. Servicing FWD Final Drives. Servicing Limited Slip Differentials. Axle Shafts and Bearings. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Chapter8: Servicing Four-Wheel- Drive Systems. Diagnosis. Inspection. Transfer Cases. Removal of a Transfer Case. Disassembly of a Transfer Case. Assembly of a Transfer Case. Axle Housings and Differentials. Front Axles and Hubs. Wheel Bearings. Typical 4WD Modifications. Maintenance. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. Review Questions. Chapter9: Diagnosing 4WD and AWD Control Systems. General Shift Controls. Center Differentials. Viscous Coupling. Shift-on-the-Fly Systems. On-Demand 4WD Systems. AWD Systems. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. Review Questions. Chapter10: Servicing Drive Train Electrical Systems. Basic Electrical Diagnosis. Basic of Electrical Repairs. Switches. Speed Sensors. Solenoids. Electromagnetic Clutches. Electronic Circuits. Case Study. Job Sheets. Terms to Know. ASE Style Review Questions. Appendix A ASE Style Practice Examination. Appendix B Metric Conversion Chart. Appendix C List of Suppliers. Glossary. Index.