Synopses & Reviews
Tracy Martin, an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified Master Technician, explains the principles behind automotive electrical systems and how they work. This book details the various tools, such as multimeters and test lights, that can be used to evaluate and troubleshoot any vehicle's electrical system. Several hands-on projects take readers on a guided tour of their vehicle's electrical system and demonstrate how to fix specific problems.
Synopsis
In How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems, author and ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified Master Technician Tracy Martin explain the principles behind automotive electrical systems and describes how they work, with a focus on cars of collectible and classic eras. Now, readers no longer need fear that jumble of wires beneath the dash or hood of their vehicle.
Automotive electrical systems can seem a mystery, if not a black art, to the weekend mechanic and even to a number of experienced pros. From Ohm's Law and an explanation of 12-volt systems to specific electrical scenarios and more, Martin thoroughly dissects the automotive electrical system and explains the various tools needed for diagnoses and repairs, such as multimeters, voltmeters, timing lights, coil testers, lab scopes, and more. Also included:
Storage batteries
Charging and starting systems
Ignition systems
Fuel injection
Reading wiring diagrams
Troubleshooting
When it comes automotive electrics, readers need never fear being lost in lost in the dark again. Whether you have a bad ground, an amp draw, or some other gremlin, How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems is the best tool available for understanding and diagnosing electrical problems.
About the Author
Tracy Martin writes for Motorcycle Consumer News, RoadBike, Friction Zone, PowerSports, and Dealer News magazines. Author of three books, Tracy co-authored the MSF’s Guide to Motorcycling Excellence, Second Edition. Published by Motorbooks International, Tracy’s latest book, Motorcycle Electrical Systems: Troubleshooting and Repair, is available at book sellers everywhere. His first book, How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems, is also available at book stores. In addition to writing, Tracy teaches the Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic with Lee Parks, author of Total Control. Tracy has presented riding skills and motorcycle suspension seminars across the United States and recently in England and the Russian Federation.