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Denton, Tom.

Automobile electrical and electronic systems : automotive technology : vehicle maintenance and repair / Tom Denton. - 4th ed. - New York : Routledge, ©2012. - xxxv, 703 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm

First ed. published: 1995. Second ed. published: 2000. Third ed. published: 2004. Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents note continued: 2.3.1. Introduction -- 2.3.2.Components -- 2.3.3. Integrated circuits -- 2.3.4. Amplifiers -- 2.3.5. Bridge circuits -- 2.3.6. Schmitt trigger -- 2.3.7. Timers -- 2.3.8. Filters -- 2.3.9. Darlington pair -- 2.3.10. Stepper motor driver -- 2.3.11. Digital to analogue conversion -- 2.3.12. Analogue to digital conversion -- 2.4. Digital electronics -- 2.4.1. Introduction to digital circuits -- 2.4.2. Logic gates -- 2.4.3.Combinational logic -- 2.4.4. Sequential logic -- 2.4.5. Timers and counters -- 2.4.6. Memory circuits -- 2.4.7. Clock or astable circuits -- 2.5. Microprocessor systems -- 2.5.1. Introduction -- 2.5.2. Ports -- 2.5.3. Central processing unit (CPU) -- 2.5.4. Memory -- 2.5.5. Buses -- 2.5.6. Fetch-execute sequence -- 2.5.7.A typical microprocessor -- 2.5.8. Microcontrollers -- 2.5.9. Testing microcontroller systems -- 2.5.10. Programming -- 2.6. Measurement -- 2.6.1. What is measurement -- 2.6.2.A measurement system -- 2.6.3. Sources of error in measurement. Contents note continued: 2.7. Sensors -- 2.7.1. Thermistors -- 2.7.2. Thermocouples -- 2.7.3. Inductive sensors -- 2.7.4. Hail Effect -- 2.7.5. Strain gauges -- 2.7.6. Variable capacitance -- 2.7.7. Variable resistance -- 2.7.8. Accelerometer (knock sensors) -- 2.7.9. Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) -- 2.7.10. Hot wire air flow sensor -- 2.7.11. Thin film air flow sensor -- 2.7.12. Vortex flow sensor -- 2.7.13. Pitot tube -- 2.7.14. Turbine fluid flow sensor -- 2.7.15. Optical sensors -- 2.7.16. Oxygen sensors -- 2.7.17. Light sensors -- 2.7.18. Thick-film air temperature sensor -- 2.7.19. Methanol sensor -- 2.7.20. Rain sensor -- 2.7.21. Oil sensor -- 2.7.22. Dynamic vehicle position sensors -- 2.7.23. Summary -- 2.8. Actuators -- 2.8.1. Introduction -- 2.8.2. Solenoid actuators -- 2.8.3. EGR valve -- 2.8.4. Motorized actuators -- 2.8.5. Stepper motors -- 2.8.6. Synchronous motors -- 2.8.7. Thermal actuators -- 2.9. Testing electronic components, sensors and actuators -- 2.9.1. Introduction. Contents note continued: 2.9.2. Testing sensors -- 2.9.3. Testing actuators -- 3.1. Basic equipment -- 3.1.1. Introduction -- 3.1.2. Basic hand tools -- 3.1.3. Accuracy of test equipment -- 3.1.4. Multimeters -- 3.1.5. Logic probe -- 3.2. Oscilloscopes -- 3.2.1. Introduction -- 3.2.2. Waveforms -- 3.3. Scanners/Fault code readers and analysers -- 3.3.1. On-board diagnostics introduction -- 3.3.2. Serial port communications -- 3.3.3. OBD2 signal protocols -- 3.3.4. AutoTap OBD scanner -- 3.3.5. Bosch KTS diagnostic equipment -- 3.3.6. Engine analysers -- 3.4. Emission testing -- 3.4.1. Introduction -- 3.4.2. Exhaust gas measurement -- 3.4.3. Exhaust analyser -- 3.4.4. Emission limits -- 3.5. Pressure testing -- 3.5.1. Introduction -- 3.5.2. Automotive pressure oscilloscope transducer -- 3.5.3. Breakout boxes -- 3.6. Diagnostic procedures -- 3.6.1. Introduction -- 3.6.2. The 'theory' of diagnostics -- 4.1. The systems approach -- 4.1.1. What is a system? -- 4.1.2. Vehicle systems -- 4.1.3. Open loop systems. Contents note continued: 4.1.4. Closed loop systems -- 4.1.5. Summary -- 4.2. Electrical wiring, terminals and switching -- 4.2.1. Cables -- 4.2.2. Colour codes and terminal designations -- 4.2.3. Harness design -- 4.2.4. Printed circuits -- 4.2.5. Fuses and circuit breakers -- 4.2.6. Terminations -- 4.2.7. Switches -- 4.3. Multiplexing -- 4.3.1. Limits of the conventional wiring system -- 4.3.2. Multiplex data bus -- 4.3.3. Overview -- 4.3.4. Controller Area Network (CAN) -- 4.3.5. CAN data signal -- 4.3.6. Local Interconnect Network (LIN) -- 4.3.7. FlexRay -- 4.4. Media oriented systems transport (MOST) -- 4.4.1. Introduction -- 4.4.2. MOST network -- 4.4.3. Protocol -- 4.4.4. MOST applications -- 4.4.5. Consumer device gateway -- 4.4.6. Summary -- 4.5. Automotive Ethernet -- 4.5.1. Introduction -- 4.5.2. Overview -- 4.6. Circuit diagrams and symbols -- 4.6.1. Symbols -- 4.6.2. Conventional circuit diagrams -- 4.6.3. Layout or wiring diagrams -- 4.6.4. Terminal diagrams -- 4.6.5. Current flow diagrams. Contents note continued: 4.7. Electromagnetic compatibility -- 4.7.1. Introduction -- 4.7.2. EMC problems -- 4.8. Central electrical control -- 4.8.1. Overview -- 4.8.2. Ford generic electronic module (GEM) -- 4.8.3.Communication between modules -- 4.8.4. Summary -- 4.9. Connected cars -- 4.9.1. Introduction -- 4.9.2. Smart cars and traffic systems -- 4.9.3. Wi-Fi cars -- 4.9.4. Bluetooth -- 4.9.5. Applications (apps) -- 4.9.6. Vision enhancement -- 4.9.7. Self-help -- 4.9.8. Big brother -- 4.9.9. When computers go wrong -- 4.9.10. Summary -- 5.1. Vehicle batteries -- 5.1.1. Requirements of the vehicle battery -- 5.1.2. Choosing the correct battery -- 5.1.3. Positioning the vehicle battery -- 5.2. Lead-acid batteries -- 5.2.1. Construction -- 5.2.2. Battery rating -- 5.3. Maintenance, charging and testing batteries -- 5.3.1. Maintenance -- 5.3.2. Charging the lead-acid battery -- 5.3.3. Servicing batteries -- 5.3.4. Battery faults -- 5.3.5. Testing batteries -- 5.3.6. Safety. Contents note continued: 5.4. Advanced battery technology -- 5.4.1. Electrochemistry -- 5.4.2. Electrolytic conduction -- 5.4.3. Ohm's Law and electrolytic resistance -- 5.4.4. Electrochemical action of the lead-acid battery -- 5.4.5. Characteristics -- 5.4.6. Peukert's Law -- 5.5. Developments in electrical storage -- 5.5.1. Lead-acid -- 5.5.2. Alkaline -- 5.5.3. ZEBRA -- 5.5.4. Sodium sulphur -- 5.5.5. Swing -- 5.5.6. Fuel cells -- 5.5.7. Super-capacitors -- 5.5.8. Summary -- 6.1. Requirements of the charging system -- 6.1.1. Introduction -- 6.1.2. Basic operating principles -- 6.1.3. Vehicle electrical loads -- 6.2. Charging system principles -- 6.2.1. Basic principles -- 6.2.2. Charging voltages -- 6.2.3. Charging circuits -- 6.2.4. Generation of electricity -- 6.2.5. Rectification of AC to DC -- 6.2.6. Regulation of output voltage -- 6.3. Alternators -- 6.3.1. Bosch compact alternator -- 6.3.2. Efficient alternators -- 6.3.3. Water-cooled alternators -- 6.3.4. Denso high-output alternators. Contents note continued: 6.3.5. Charging system testing procedure -- 6.4. Smart charging -- 6.4.1. Introduction and closed loop regulation -- 6.4.2. Open loop regulation -- 6.4.3. Engine performance -- 6.4.4. Fault conditions -- 6.4.5. Summary -- 6.5. Advanced charging system technology -- 6.5.1. Charging system -- problems and solutions -- 6.5.2. Charge balance calculation -- 6.5.3. Alternator characteristics -- 6.5.4. Mechanical and external considerations -- 7.1. Requirements of the starting system -- 7.1.1. Engine starting requirements -- 7.1.2. Starting system design -- 7.1.3. Choosing a starter motor -- 7.2. Starter motors and circuits -- 7.2.1. Starting system circuits -- 7.2.2. Example circuits -- 7.2.3. Starter circuit testing -- 7.2.4. Principle of operation -- 7.2.5. DC motor characteristics -- 7.3. Types of starter motor -- 7.3.1. Inertia starters -- 7.3.2. Pre-engaged starters -- 7.3.3. Permanent magnet starters -- 7.3.4. Integrated starters -- 7.3.5. Electronic starter control. Contents note continued: 7.3.6. Starter installation -- 7.3.7. Belt-driven starter-generator -- 7.3.8. Summary -- 7.4. Advanced starting system technology -- 7.4.1. Speed, torque and power -- 7.4.2. Efficiency -- 8.1. Ignition system fundamentals -- 8.1.1. Functional requirements -- 8.1.2. Generation of high tension -- 8.1.3. Advance angle (timing) -- 8.1.4. Fuel consumption and exhaust emissions -- 8.1.5. Contact breaker ignition -- 8.1.6. Plug leads -- 8.1.7. Ignition coil cores -- 8.2. Electronic ignition -- 8.2.1. Introduction -- 8.2.2. Constant dwell systems -- 8.2.3. Constant energy systems -- 8.2.4. Hall Effect pulse generator -- 8.2.5. Inductive pulse generator -- 8.2.6. Other pulse generators -- 8.2.7. Dwell angle control (open loop) -- 8.2.8. Current limiting and closed loop dwell -- 8.2.9. Capacitor discharge ignition -- 8.3. Electronic spark advance -- 8.3.1. Overview -- 8.3.2. Sensors and input information -- 8.3.3. Electronic control unit -- 8.4. Distributorless ignition. Contents note continued: 8.4.1. Principle of operation -- 8.4.2. System components -- 8.5. Coil on plug (COP) ignition -- 8.5.1. General description -- 8.5.2. Control of ignition -- 8.6. Spark plugs -- 8.6.1. Functional requirements -- 8.6.2. Construction -- 8.6.3. Heat range -- 8.6.4. Electrode materials -- 8.6.5. Electrode gap -- 8.6.6.V-grooved spark plug -- 8.6.7. Choosing the correct plug -- 8.6.8. Spark plugs development -- 8.7. Summary -- 8.7.1. Overview -- 8.7.2. Testing procedure -- 8.8. Advanced ignition technology -- 8.8.1. Ignition coil performance -- 9.1.Combustion -- 9.1.1. Introduction -- 9.1.2. Spark ignition engine combustion process -- 9.1.3. Range and rate of burning -- 9.1.4. Detonation -- 9.1.5. Pre-ignition -- 9.1.6.Combustion chamber -- 9.1.7. Stratification of cylinder charge -- 9.1.8. Mixture strength and performance -- 9.1.9.Compression ignition (CI) engines -- 9.1.10.Combustion chamber design -- diesel engine -- 9.1.11. Summary of combustion. Contents note continued: 9.2. Engine fuelling and exhaust emissions -- 9.2.1. Operating conditions -- 9.2.2. Exhaust emissions -- 9.2.3. Other sources of emissions -- 9.2.4. Leaded and unleaded fuel -- 9.3. Emissions and driving cycles -- 9.3.1. Exhaust emission regulations -- 9.3.2. Test cycles -- 9.4. Electronic control of carburetion -- 9.4.1. Basic carburetion -- 9.4.2. Areas of control -- 9.5. Fuel injection -- 9.5.1. Advantages of fuel injection -- 9.5.2. System overview -- 9.5.3.Components of a fuel injection system -- 9.5.4. Bosch 'L' Jetronic -- Variations -- 9.5.5. Bosch Mono Jetronic -- single point injection -- 9.5.6. Sequential multipoint injection -- 9.5.7. Lean burn technology -- 9.5.8. Double fuel injectors -- 9.6. Diesel fuel injection -- 9.6.1. Introduction -- 9.6.2. Injection overview -- 9.6.3. Diesel exhaust emissions -- 9.6.4. Electronic control of diesel injection -- 9.6.5. Rotary Pump System -- 9.6.6.Common rail system -- 9.6.7. Electronic unit injection (EUI) -- diesel fuel. Contents note continued: 9.6.8. Diesel lambda sensor -- 9.6.9. Exhaust emission treatments -- 9.7. Summary -- 9.7.1. Overview -- 9.7.2. Diagnosing fuel control systems -- 9.8. Advanced fuel control technology -- 9.8.1. Air-fuel ratio calculations -- 10.1.Combined ignition and fuel introduction -- 10.1.1. Introduction -- 10.1.2. Variable inlet tract -- 10.1.3.Combustion flame and pressure sensing -- 10.1.4. Wide range lambda sensors -- 10.1.5. Injectors with air shrouding -- 10.2. Exhaust emission control -- 10.2.1. Engine design -- 10.2.2.Combustion chamber design -- 10.2.3.Compression ratio -- 10.2.4. Valve timing -- 10.2.5. Manifold designs -- 10.2.6. Charge stratification -- 10.2.7. Warm up time -- 10.2.8. Exhaust gas recirculation -- 10.2.9. Ignition system -- 10.2.10. Thermal after-burning -- 10.2.11. Catalytic converters -- 10.2.12. Closed loop lambda control -- 10.3. Engine management systems -- 10.3.1. Motronic M3 -- 10.3.2. DI-Motronic -- 10.3.3. ME-Motronic principles. Contents note continued: 10.4. Other aspects of engine management -- 10.4.1. Introduction -- 10.4.2. Variable valve timing -- 10.4.3. Lean burn engines -- 10.4.4. Two-stroke engines -- 10.4.5.Combustion control system -- 10.4.6. Active cooling -- 10.4.7. Engine trends -- spark ignition -- 10.4.8. Transonic combustion -- 10.4.9. Formula 1 engine technology -- 10.4.10. Diagnosing engine management systems -- 10.5. Advanced engine management technology -- 10.5.1. Speed density and fuel calculations -- 10.5.2. Ignition timing calculation -- 10.5.3. Dwell calculation -- 10.5.4. Injection duration calculation -- 10.5.5. Developing and testing software -- 10.5.6. Simulation program -- 10.5.7. Hot chipping -- 10.5.8. Artificial Intelligence -- 10.5.9. Neural computing -- 11.1. Lighting fundamentals -- 11.1.1. Introduction -- 11.1.2. Bulbs -- 11.1.3. External lights -- 11.1.4. Headlight reflectors -- 11.1.5.Complex shape reflectors -- 11.1.6. Headlight lenses -- 11.1.7. Headlight levelling. Contents note continued: 11.1.8. Headlight beam setting -- 11.2. Lighting circuits -- 11.2.1. Basic lighting circuit -- 11.2.2. Dim-dip circuit -- 11.2.3. General lighting circuit -- 11.2.4. Flow diagram lighting circuit -- 11.2.5. Central lighting control circuit -- 11.2.6. Testing procedure -- 11.3. Gas discharge, LED and infrared lighting -- 11.3.1. Gas discharge lamps -- 11.3.2. Xenon lighting -- 11.3.3. Ultraviolet headlights -- 11.3.4. LED lighting -- 11.3.5. Infrared lights -- 11.4. Other lighting techniques -- 11.4.1. Mono-colour signal lamps -- 11.4.2. Linear lighting -- 11.4.3. Neon technology -- 11.4.4. Bending Light -- 11.4.5. Intelligent front lighting -- 11.5. Advanced lighting technology -- 11.5.1. Lighting terms and definitions -- 11.5.2. Single light-source lighting -- 12.1. Windscreen washers and wipers -- 12.1.1. Functional requirements -- 12.1.2. Wiper blades -- 12.1.3. Wiper linkages -- 12.1.4. Wiper motors -- 12.1.5. Windscreen washers -- 12.1.6. Washer and wiper circuits. Contents note continued: 12.1.7. Electronic control of windscreen wipers -- 12.1.8. Synchronized wipers -- 12.1.9. Wiper blade pressure control -- 12.1.10. Linear wiper systems -- 12.2. Signalling circuits -- 12.2.1. Introduction -- 12.2.2. Flasher units -- 12.2.3. Brake lights -- 12.2.4. Indicators and hazard circuit -- 12.3. Other auxiliary systems -- 12.3.1. Electric horns -- 12.3.2. Engine cooling fan motors -- 12.3.3. Headlight wipers and washers -- 12.3.4. Other circuits -- 12.3.5. Diagnosing auxiliary system faults -- 12.4. Advanced auxiliary systems technology -- 12.4.1. Wiper motor torque calculations -- 12.4.2. PM Motor -- electronic speed control -- 13.1. Gauges and sensors -- 13.1.1. Introduction -- 13.1.2. Sensors -- 13.1.3. Thermal-type gauges -- 13.1.4. Moving iron gauges -- 13.1.5. Air-cored gauges -- 13.1.6. Other types of gauges -- 13.1.7.A digital instrumentation system -- 13.2. Visual displays -- 13.2.1. Choosing the best display -- readability -- 13.2.2. Light-emitting diode displays. Contents note continued: 13.2.3. Liquid crystal displays -- 13.2.4. Vacuum fluorescent displays -- 13.2.5. Head-up displays -- 13.2.6. Electroluminescent instrument lighting -- 13.2.7. Display techniques summary -- 13.2.8. Instrumentation system faults -- 13.3. Global Positioning System (GPS) -- 13.3.1. Introduction -- 13.3.2. Calculating position -- 13.3.3. Sensors -- 13.3.4. Data input and output -- 13.3.5. Accuracy -- 13.4. Driver information -- 13.4.1. Vehicle condition monitoring -- 13.4.2. Trip computer -- 13.5. Advanced instrumentation technology -- 13.5.1. Multiplexed displays -- 13.5.2. Quantization -- 13.5.3. Holography -- 13.5.4. Telemetry -- 13.5.5. Telematics -- 14.1. Conventional heating and ventilation -- 14.1.1. Introduction -- 14.1.2. Ventilation -- 14.1.3. Heating system -- water-cooled engine -- 14.1.4. Heater blower motors -- 14.1.5. Electronic heating control -- 14.2. Air conditioning -- 14.2.1. Introduction -- 14.2.2. Principle of refrigeration -- 14.2.3. Air conditioning overview. Contents note continued: 14.2.4. Air conditioning system and components -- 14.2.5. Automatic temperature control -- 14.2.6. Electrically driven air conditioning -- 14.3. Other heating systems -- 14.3.1. Seat heating -- 14.3.2. Screen heating -- 14.3.3. Heating development -- 14.3.4. Air conditioning system faults -- 14.4. Advanced temperature control technology -- 14.4.1. Heat transfer -- 14.4.2. Types of heat and temperature -- 14.4.3. Armature reaction -- 14.4.4. Refrigerant developments -- 15.1. Anti-lock brakes -- 15.1.1. Introduction -- 15.1.2. Requirements of ABS -- 15.1.3. General system description -- 15.1.4.Components -- 15.1.5. Anti-lock brake system control -- 15.1.6. Control strategy -- 15.1.7. Honda anti-lock brakes -- 15.2. Traction and stability control -- 15.2.1. Introduction -- 15.2.2. Control functions -- 15.2.3. System operation -- 15.2.4. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) -- 15.3. Active suspension -- 15.3.1. Overview -- 15.3.2. Sensors and actuators -- 15.3.3. Delphi MagneRide. Contents note continued: 15.4. Automatic transmission -- 15.4.1. Introduction -- 15.4.2. Control of gear shift and torque converter -- 15.4.3. Tiptronic -- 15.4.4. Summary -- 15.5. Other chassis electrical systems -- 15.5.1. Electric power steering -- 15.5.2. Robotized manual transmission -- 15.5.3. Active roll reduction -- 15.5.4. Electronic limited slip differential -- 15.5.5. Brake assist systems -- 15.5.6.X-by-wire -- 15.5.7. Diagnosing chassis electrical system faults -- 15.6. Advanced chassis systems technology -- 15.6.1. Road surface and tyre friction -- 15.6.2. ABS control cycles -- 15.6.3. Traction control calculations -- 16.1. Seats, mirrors and sun-roofs -- 16.1.1. Introduction -- 16.1.2. Electric seat adjustment -- 16.1.3. Electric mirrors -- 16.1.4. Electric sun-roof operation -- 16.1.5. Seat control circuit -- 16.2. Central locking and electric windows -- 16.2.1. Door locking circuit -- 16.2.2. Electric window operation -- 16.2.3. Electric windows example circuit -- 16.3. Cruise control. Contents note continued: 16.3.1. Introduction -- 16.3.2. System description -- 16.3.3.Components -- 16.3.4. Adaptive cruise control -- 16.4. In-car multimedia -- 16.4.1. Introduction -- 16.4.2. Speakers -- 16.4.3. In-car entertainment (ICE) -- 16.4.4. Radio data system (RDS) -- 16.4.5. Radio broadcast data system (RBDS) -- 16.4.6. Radio reception -- 16.4.7. Digital audio broadcast (DAB) -- 16.4.8. Interference suppression -- 16.4.9. Mobile communications -- 16.5. Security -- 16.5.1. Introduction -- 16.5.2. Basic security -- 16.5.3. Top of the range security -- 16.5.4. Security-coded ECUs -- 16.5.5. Alarms and immobilizers -- 16.5.6. Keys -- 16.6. Airbags and belt tensioners -- 16.6.1. Introduction -- 16.6.2. Operation of the system -- 16.6.3.Components and circuit -- 16.6.4. Seat-belt tensioners -- 16.6.5. Side airbags -- 16.6.6. Intelligent airbag sensing system -- 16.7. Other safety and comfort systems -- 16.7.1. Obstacle avoidance radar -- 16.7.2. Tyre pressure warning -- 16.7.3. Noise control. Contents note continued: 16.7.4. Auto dimming mirrors -- 16.7.5. Automatic parking system -- 16.7.6. General systems diagnostic procedure -- 16.8. Advanced comfort and safety systems technology -- 16.8.1. Cruise control and system response -- 16.8.2. Radio suppression calculations -- 17.1. Alternative fuels -- 17.1.1. Overview -- 17.1.2. Fuels -- 17.2. Electric vehicles (EVs) -- 17.2.1. Introduction -- 17.2.2. Electric drive system -- 17.2.3. EV batteries -- 17.2.4. Drive motors -- 17.2.5. General Motors EV-1 -- 17.2.6. Tesla Roadster -- 17.2.7. Honda FCX Clarity -- Case study -- 17.2.8. EV summary -- 17.3. Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) -- 17.3.1. Introduction -- 17.3.2. Honda light hybrids -- 17.3.3. Bosch parallel full-hybrid technology -- 17.3.4. Nissan hybrid case study -- 17.4. Wireless EV charging -- 17.4.1. Introduction -- 17.4.2. Inductive power transfer -- 17.4.3. Technology overview -- 17.4.4. IPT system -- 17.4.5. Detailed schematic -- 17.4.6. Battery management -- 17.4.7. System parameters. Contents note continued: 17.4.8. Summary -- 17.5. Advanced electric vehicle technology -- 17.5.1. Motor torque and power characteristics -- 17.5.2. Optimization techniques -- mathematical modelling -- 18.1. Introduction -- 18.2. Check your knowledge and learn more -- 18.2.1. Development of the automobile electrical system -- 18.2.2. Electrical and electronic principles -- 18.2.3. Tools and equipment -- 18.2.4. Electrical systems and circuits -- 18.2.5. Batteries -- 18.2.6. Charging -- 18.2.7. Starting -- 18.2.8. Ignition -- 18.2.9. Fuel control -- 18.2.10. Engine management -- 18.2.11. Lighting -- 18.2.12. Auxiliaries -- 18.2.13. Instrumentation -- 18.2.14. Heating ventilation and air conditioning -- 18.2.15. Chassis electrical -- 18.2.16.Comfort and safety -- 18.2.17. Alternative fuel, hybrid and electric vehicles -- 18.3. Simulation program -- 18.4. Last word.

"As electrical and electronic systems become increasingly more complex and fundamental to the workings of modern vehicles, understanding these systems is essential for automotive technicians. For students new to the subject, this book will help to develop this knowledge, but will also assist experienced mechanics in keeping up with recent technological advances. This new edition includes information on developments in hybrid car technology, GPS, multiplexing, and electronic stability/vehicle dynamics control. In full colour and covering the latest course specifications, this is the guide that no student enrolled on an automotive maintenance and repair course should be without. This textbook will help you learn all the skills you need to pass Level 3 vehicle electrical and electronic systems courses or related modules from City and Guilds, IMI and BTEC, and is also ideal for higher level ASE, AUR and other qualifications"-- "This textbook will help you learn all the skills you need to pass Level 3 vehicle electrical and electronic systems courses or related modules from City and Guilds, IMI and BTEC, and is also ideal for higher level ASE, AUR and other qualifications. As electrical and electronic systems become increasingly more complex and fundamental to the workings of modern vehicles, understanding these systems is essential for automotive technicians. For students new to the subject, this book will help to develop this knowledge, but will also assist experienced mechanics in keeping up with recent technological advances. This new edition includes information on developments in hybrid car technology, GPS, multiplexing, and electronic stability/vehicle dynamics control. In full colour and covering the latest course specifications, this is the guide that no student enrolled on an automotive maintenance and repair course should be without"--

ISBN: 9780080969428 0080969429 9780080969435 0080969437

Source: Taylor & Francis, C/O Kentucky Dist Center 7625 Empire Dr, Florence, KY, USA, 41042 SAN 213-196X

LCCN: 2011035390

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Automobiles--Electric equipment.
Automobiles--Electronic equipment.

LC Class. No.: TL272 / .D43 2012

Dewey Class. No.: 629.27