Laboratory Manual to Accompany Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair with CDROM [Paperback]

Tim Gilles (Author), Gilles (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0827373554 | ISBN-13: 978-0827373556 | Publication Date: June 2003

Written by an ASE Master Technician and Master Machinist, the second edition of our popular Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance and Repair book has been thoroughly reviewed for technical accuracy to go along with the hundreds of all-new, full-color photographs that have been added to maintain the reader's interest and improve comprehension. The book begins by introducing readers to a number of automotive career options, shop management basics, plus necessary tools and equipment. Subsequent chapters examine the theories underlying the operation of vehicle systems while equipping readers with step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting and repairing all major systems of the modern automobile. Competency-based objectives, key terms lists, activities correlated to the companion Lab Manual, plus numerous review questions call attention to important concepts presented in each chapter. Shop Tips, Safety Notes, Case Histories, Cautions, and Notes are also included as helpful sign posts for readers working to acquire the system knowledge and the critical thinking skills needed to effectively inspect, maintain, and repair all make and model vehicles.

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About the Author

Tim Gilles is currently an automotive instructor at Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara California. He is a member and officer of California Automotive Teachers and North American Council of Automotive Teachers. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Delmar Thomson Learning (June 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0827373554
• ISBN-13: 978-0827373556
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,719,933 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book!!, October 23, 2000

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George Spaulding (Fresno California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair (Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair) (Hardcover)

As an automotive student I found this book to be very helpful. It deals with all the basics of todays advanced automobiles. It cover all areas from: basic electricity, ohms law, engine performance, ignition, cooling, emissions, transmissions, brakes and even a little auto body. It deals with the different subjects from beginning to end.You don't have to know anything(exept read)to understand them. A must for any automotive enthusiast.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Automotive service inspection maintenance repair, June 24, 2009

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Jordan Xaviers "Technology Guy" (Jamaica, W.I.) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance and Repair, Second Edition (Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair) (Hardcover)

The book appears to indeed make a valiant attempt at explaining topics of automotive service. Unfortunately, in some cases it lacks real practicality when it comes to using the information in reality. Not enough information is available in some cases to really service your vehicle safely. It does cover a huge range of topics, which is really good, but I dont think a 30 word paragraph can really help someone properly repair or troubleshoot a component in a motor vehicle. The book is worth it (US$15) in the context of beginner training, but should not be bought for executing actual repairs, like what I did. That was a huge disappointment. This book also has a LOT of wonderful pictures and illustrations, which is indeed helpful. The author should NEVER have used some of the over-simplified illustrations, they only serve to confuse the issue. A beginner is likely to think the what they see in the book is exactly what is, in reality.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Start, April 10, 2006

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H. D. Ginsburg "dginsb" (Chiacgo) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance and Repair, Second Edition (Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair) (Hardcover)

From many angles this is a good start for the serious hobbyist or professional tech. The info is explained clearly and logicly organized. The pictures are clear, simple and helpful. If read cover to cover this is a good way to get in to automotive technology.