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

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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.

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.

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.

What can I say? It was required for two of my classes. It's well organized and easy to navigate. LOTS of excellent information. It mostly covers proceedures for different jobs, safety, tool usage, engine theory... It covers a lot of ground, as it should, it's a huge book.

I ordered a used book but other than a few doodles in it, the book was perfect! No water damage, all pages intact, no highlighter marks. I passed the class with an A with this book! Thank you! Definitely a textbook that you want to keep for the rest of your life. I will use this for years to come!