Synopses & Reviews
Ideal for both novice and advanced technicians, Manual Drivetrains and Axles, 7/eprovides a complete, state-of-the-art source on the operating principles as well as the service and repair procedures for manual drivetrains and axles. Correlated to NATEF and ASE tasks, the text focuses on the generic theory that underlies the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the units and subassemblies found in the many makes and types of vehicles students will likely encounter on the job. Formatted to better meet the learning needs of today's technical trade students, it visually supports concepts covered throughout, and includes many practical shop tips that guide students through important problem-solving procedures they'll use on the job.
This book is part of the Pearson Automotive Professional Technician Series, which features full-color, media-integrated solutions for today’s students and instructors covering all eight areas of ASE certification, plus additional titles covering common courses. Peer reviewed for technical accuracy, the series and the books in it represent the future of automotive textbooks.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 | Service Information, Tools and Safety |
Chapter 2 | Environmental and Hazardous Materials |
Chapter 3 | Introduction to Drivetrains |
Chapter 4 | Clutch Parts and Operation |
Chapter 5 | Clutch Diagnosis and Service |
Chapter 6 | Manual Transmissions Parts and Operation |
Chapter 7 | Manual Transaxle Parts and Operations |
Chapter 8 | Manual Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service |
Chapter 9 | Drive Shafts and U- Joints |
Chapter 10 | Drive Axle Shafts and CV Joints Service |
Chapter 11 | Wheel and Axle Bearings |
Chapter 12 | Drive Axles and Differentials Parts and Operation |
Chapter 13 | Drive Axles and Differentials Diagnosis and Service |
Chapter 14 | Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics |
Chapter 15 | Four wheel and All-Wheel Drive Parts and Operation |
Chapter 16 | Four Wheel and All-Wheel Drive Diagnosis and Service |
Chapter 17 | Noise and Vibration Detection and Correction |
Appendix 1 | Sample A3 ASE Certification Test |
Appendix 2 | NATEF Correlation Chart |