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Automotive Fuel and Emissions Control Systems, 4th edition

Published by Pearson (January 14, 2015) © 2016

  • James Halderman

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  • Fully correlated to NATEF task lists, the book shows students how to prepare for their ASE Certification exams.
    • Text page numbers are listed in the NATEF correlation guides, making teaching and learning easier.
    • NEW! This edition has been updated throughout to correlate to the latest NATEF and ASE tasks.
  • Students learn the concepts through real-world examples of service or vehicle diagnosis including:
    • Real World Fix boxes with actual service scenarios showing how problems were diagnosed and repaired;
    • Tech Tips presented throughout;
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) presenting complex ideas in an easy-to-read format; and
    • Photo sequences that help in visualizing how to perform a task or service procedure.
      • NEW! Many new full-color line drawings and photos have been added to this new edition.
  • Students are alerted to potentially dangerous or harmful situations through:
    • Notes with technical information further explaining specific tasks;
    • Cautions pointing out potential damage to the vehicle; and
    • Warnings pointing out potential harm to the technician.
  • Additional help for mastering the material is provided through end-of-chapter Summaries, Review Questions, and Quizzes.
  • Studying is easier and more motivating through the text’s streamlined, full-color design.
  • NEW! This edition has been updated throughout to correlate to the latest NATEF and ASE tasks.
  • NEW! Many new full-color line drawings and photos have been added.
  • NEW! Updates, additions, and changes to the content of the text have been made in the following areas:
  • OSHA hazardous chemical labeling requirements (new content added to Chapter 2);
    • Atkinson Cycle engine design and kilowatt engine rating system (new content added to Chapter 3);
    • Diesel engine diagnosis (information expanded in Chapter 4);
    • Top tier gasoline (additional content in Chapter 5);
    • Variable and dual intake manifold information (new content in Chapter 8);
    • Permanent (Mode $0A) diagnostic trouble codes (added to Chapter 11);
    • GM low speed GMLAN information (new content in Chapter 12);
    • Fuel pump diagnosis information (new content in Chapter 19);
    • Gasoline direct injection (GDI) (new content in Chapter 21);
    • Fuel injection diagnosis (more detailed information added to Chapter 23);
    • OBD II diagnosis (updated and expanded information in Chapter 30); and
    • Electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) charging information (new content added to Chapter 32).
  • NEW! Appendix 1 has a sample A8 Engine Performance ASE-type certification test with answers.
  • NEW! Appendix 2 is an NATEF correlation chart showing all MLR, AST, and MAST tasks for engine performance (A8) all in one chart.


Chapter 1 Service Information, Tools, and Safety 1

 

Chapter 2 Environmental and Hazardous Materials 35

 

Chapter 3 Gasoline Engine Operation and Specifications 46

 

Chapter 4 Diesel Engine Operation and Diagnosis 60

 

Chapter 5 Gasoline 81

 

Chapter 6 Alternative Fuels 95

 

Chapter 7 Diesel and Biodiesel Fuels 108

 

Chapter 8 Intake and Exhaust Systems 113

 

Chapter 9 Turbocharging and Supercharging 123

 

Chapter 10 Engine Condition Diagnosis 135

 

Chapter 11 On-Board Diagnosis 153

 

Chapter 12 CAN and Network Communications 162

 

Chapter 13 Temperature Sensors 179

 

Chapter 14 Throttle Position Sensors 190

 

Chapter 15 MAP/BARO Sensors 196

 

Chapter 16 MASS AIRFLOW Sensors 205

 

Chapter 17 Oxygen Sensors 212

 

Chapter 18 Wide-Band Oxygen Sensors 229

 

Chapter 19 Fuel Pumps, Lines, and Filters 238

 

Chapter 20 Fuel-Injection Components and Operation 256

 

Chapter 21 Gasoline Direct-Injection Systems 270

 

Chapter 22 Electronic Throttle Control System 277

 

Chapter 23 Fuel-Injection System Diagnosis and Service 286

 

Chapter 24 Vehicle Emission Standards and Testing 306

 

Chapter 25 Evaporative Emission Control Systems 317

 

Chapter 26 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Systems 327

 

Chapter 27 Positive Crankcase Ventilation and Secondary Air-Injection Systems 335

 

Chapter 28 Catalytic Converters 343

 

Chapter 29 Ignition System Operation and Diagnosis 354

 

Chapter 30 Scan tools and Engine Performance Diagnosis 378

 

Chapter 31 Hybrid Safety and Service Procedures 397

 

Chapter 32 Fuel Cells and Advanced Technologies 410

 

Appendix NATEF Task Correlation Chart 425

 

Glossary 428

 

Index 449

Jim Halderman brings a world of experience, knowledge, and talent to his work. His automotive service experience includes working as a flat-rate technician, a business owner, and a professor of automotive technology at a leading U.S. community college for more than 20 years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio Northern University and a Master’s degree in Education from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Jim also holds a U.S. Patent for an electronic transmission control device. He is an ASE certified Master Automotive Technician and is also Advanced Engine Performance (L1) ASE certified. Jim is the author of many automotive textbooks, all published by Pearson Education. Jim has presented numerous technical seminars to national audiences, including the California Automotive Teachers (CAT) and the Illinois College Automotive Instructor Association (ICAIA). He is also a member and presenter at the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT). Jim was also named Regional Teacher of the Year by General Motors Corporation and outstanding alumni of Ohio Northern University.

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