Automotive Steering, Suspension, and Alignment (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

James D. Halderman (Author), Chase D. Mitchell (Author)

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Publication Date: December 22, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0137997191 | ISBN-13: 978-0137997190 | Edition: 2nd

For courses in Automotive Steering, Suspension, and Alignment, and Automotive Chassis Systems.Today's automotive repair industry demands knowledge of diagnostic procedures and skill development as never before. Focusing primarily on problem diagnosis, this clear and concise text is packed with examples of practical technical information, ideas, tips, and detailed service techniques. Troubleshooting and typical service problems are explored throughout. Halderman and Mitchell provide all essential material but weed out extraneous topics, and the text's real-world perspective reflects their extensive practical experience.

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The text is written in a clear, concise manner with hundreds of examples of practical technical information, ideas, tips, and detailed service techniques. Many example of troubleshooting techniques, typical service problems, and Tech Tips are presented in easy-to-read sidebars. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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This revised text is written for students unfamiliar with automotive undercarriage components as well as for experienced technicians seeking a review and update on the latest advances in chassis systems. The authors present critical information in a clear and concise manner. Readers will benefit from the wealth of practical technical information, ideas, tips, and detailed service techniques seldom found in automotive textbooks. An emphasis on diagnosis and troubleshooting sets this text apart from other books on the topic.

Readers will greatly benefit from the printed text's many innovations. For example, photo sequences show the important steps in maintenance and repair procedures. Complementing the book is an accompanying multimedia CD-ROM. The CD includes sound, animation, color photos with narration, and the ASE (NATEF) task list for the Automotive Steering and Suspension ASE area. Rounding out the comprehensive package is an accompanying worktext that will help instructors and students to apply the material covered to everyday activities. Also included with the book is a coupon entitling the owner to free access to an ASE test preparation site for an extended time period, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Product Details

• Paperback: 404 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div; 2nd edition (December 22, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0137997191
• ISBN-13: 978-0137997190
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,558,032 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Automotive Steering, Suspension, and Alignment & Worktext & CD Pkg. (3rd Edition) (Paperback)

This is a text book and is written for working automotive technicians. It covers everything from what basic tools you need to the functions of the component parts of every common steering and suspension design. I've learned a lot from it. The book is well written, layed out and edited.

If you are looking for a book on building race car suspensions, raising or lowering your vehicle - you might want to look somewhere else. If you are studying for an automotive certification this is the best book I've found. It has quizzes at the end of each chapter. It's full of tips, real world examples and diagnostic tricks. There are lots of pictures and illustrations. Included with the book is a coupon for an online ASE practice certification exam. I don't know what's on the CD.