ABSTRACT

Fully updated and in line with latest specifications, this textbook integrates vehicle maintenance procedures, making it the indispensable first classroom and workshop text for all students of motor vehicle engineering, apprentices and keen amateurs. Its clear, logical approach, excellent illustrations and step-by-step development of theory and practice make this an accessible text for students of all abilities.

With this book, students have information that they can trust because it is written by an experienced practitioner and lecturer in this area. This book will provide not only the information required to understand automotive engines but also background information that allows readers to put this information into context.

The book contains flowcharts, diagnostic case studies, detailed diagrams of how systems operate and overview descriptions of how systems work. All this on top of step-by-step instructions and quick reference tables. Readers won't get bored when working through this book with questions and answers that aid learning and revision included.

chapter 2|11 pages

Engine principles

chapter 3|18 pages

The main moving parts of an engine

chapter 4|10 pages

Multi-cylinder engines

chapter 5|7 pages

Firing orders and engine balance

chapter 7|7 pages

A petrol fuel system

chapter 8|7 pages

Motor fuels

chapter 9|6 pages

Carburettors

chapter 10|14 pages

Petrol injection e introduction

chapter 11|9 pages

Air supply and exhaust systems

chapter 12|16 pages

Lubricants and engine lubrication

chapter 13|32 pages

Cooling systems

chapter 14|10 pages

Internal combustion engines

chapter 16|21 pages

Diesel fuel systems

chapter 17|10 pages

Engine fault diagnosis

chapter 18|29 pages

Transmission

chapter 20|15 pages

Suspension systems

chapter 21|13 pages

Braking systems

chapter 22|26 pages

Steering, wheels, and tyres

chapter 23|8 pages

Power-assisted steering

chapter 24|14 pages

Computer (ECU)-controlled systems

chapter 25|22 pages

Electrical and electronic principles

chapter 26|15 pages

Vehicle electrical systems

chapter 27|31 pages

Ignition systems

chapter 28|32 pages

Electrical systems and circuits

chapter 29|10 pages

Electrical and electronic fault diagnosis

chapter 30|7 pages

Nuts, bolts, and spanners

chapter 31|16 pages

Measuring instruments and measurement