Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach [Hardcover]

Jack Erjavec (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0766806731 | ISBN-13: 978-0766806733 | Publication Date: December 22, 1999 | Edition: 3

This comprehensive textbook covers the theory of operation, diagnostics, and repair procedures for each system and subsystem of late model domestic and imported automobiles and light trucks. The new edition is published in full color for the first time, including all new step-by-step photo sequences to help users visualize and identify common repair procedures. The technical content has been both updated and improved. An emphasis is placed upon providing the best possible coverage of key topics virtually all automotive technicians must know electricity-electronics, engine performance, steering and suspension and brakes. "Hot Topics" such as the use of diagnostic equipment (including lab scopes), hazardous materials management, OBDII, electronic automatic transmissions, anti-lock braking systems, air-conditioning refrigerants and retrofitting, passive restraint systems and many others have been expanded and updated. Key new teaching tools, including 100 full-color transparency acetates, and Power- Point based lecture outlines, have been added to make the teaching package the best available. This textbook is also accompanied by an extensive Tech Manual that includes an all-new electronic study guide.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1248 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 3 edition (December 22, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0766806731
• ISBN-13: 978-0766806733
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,076,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, July 13, 2002

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Ricardo Belmontes (Trinidad and Tobago) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (Hardcover)

This book is like my automotive bible, I am from Trinidad and own my automtive shop, getting up to date in the automotive field here is a real problem, this book gave me the opportunity to better myself in my field. It also helped me to passed the A1 and A8 ASE certification in one try that was recently introduced into my country 1 year ago. I highly recommend this book to all interested in this field.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great student textbook, April 12, 2004

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Han Kim (Northridge) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (Hardcover)

From a novice standpoint; it's excellent. Well, I practically grew-up in my dad's garage (like many of you) but never had formal training... I've just finished a 5 month training course at a trade school and this was one of the text books. Very well organized, easy to read, good illustrations, and it's a great
overview of automotive systems in general. A solid introductory.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach, July 9, 2005

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Double J (Belleville, IL, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (Hardcover)

This is a textbook and can be quite technical in terms of the electronics, etc.. It is not for the casual reader, but is for someone who is serious about the subject. There is very detailed information on theory and operation of all the automotive systems. Main reason I purchased was it gives all the details along with great photographs in color. The book is high dollar, but you are paying for quality. This book gives you the knowledge that makes it easier to understand the specific repair manual for you automobile. This book pays for itself. You want both the basics and advanced topics, BUY IT. I suggest you do not buy this as a repair manual since each car is different in terms of component location.