Today's Technician: Auto Engine Performance, and classroom manual:Third Edition (Today's Technician: Automotive Engine Performance) Unknown - 2003

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This comprehensive training and education package focuses on the major engine systems affecting engine performance and driveability, with topics ranging from engine basics to fuel, ignition, and OBD-II systems. Various manufacturers vehicle systems are represented to illustrate the similarities and differences technicians will encounter today. Current and thoroughly-updated system information and diagnostic strategies in this edition, added to help students keep pace with emerging technologies, include: _a new systematic approach to diagnosing problems _updated scanner information _new engine technology, including the throttle actuator control system _new magneto resistive sensors _recent emission inspection requirements and mandates specifically regarding OBD II _expanded discussion of fuel cell technology _expanded discussion of the operation of hybrid vehicles Like other books in the Today s Technician series, the Classroom Manual covers the subject fundamentals, discussing theory and operation of each engine system. The Shop Manual provides the service and diagnostic how to] component, with hands-on exercises that reinforce concepts learned in the Classroom Manual. Restructured Job Sheets in the Shop Manual provide a format for students to perform the tasks covered in each chapter."