Overview

Prepare for your future career and succeed on the ASE certification test with TODAY'S TECHNICIAN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND TRANSAXLES, 6e. You'll find practical, easy-to-understand coverage of a wide range of must-know topics that adhere to 2013 ASE Education Foundation AST/MAST program standards, including continuously variable transmissions (CVT), drivelines for front-wheel drive (FWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, as well as the latest information on today's high-tech electronic controls and automatic shifting devices. The book's technician-oriented focus helps you master the design, construction, troubleshooting techniques, and service procedures you'll need on the job. The Classroom Manual provides easy-to-understand coverage of every topic on the ASE certification test, while the Shop Manual includes job sheets that get you involved in performing hands-on service and repair tasks.

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Author:   Jack Erjavec (Columbus State Community College (Emeritus)) ,  Ken Pickerill (Southern Illinois University in Carbondale) ,  Ken Pickerill (Southern Illinois University in Carbondale) ,  Jack Erjavec
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Delmar Cengage Learning
Edition:   6th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 23.80cm , Height: 4.30cm , Length: 27.30cm
Weight:   2.132kg
ISBN:  

9781305259379

ISBN 10:   1305259378
Pages:   1072
Publication Date:   20 May 2015
Audience:   Adult education ,  Further / Higher Education
Replaced By:   9781337792158
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Temporarily unavailable  
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Table of Contents

Classroom Manual. 1. Drive Train Basics. 2. Drive Train Theory. 3. General Theories of Operation. 4. Transmission Electronics. 5. Transmission Designs. 6. Torque Converters and Oil Pumps. 7. Hydraulic and Electronic Controls. 8. Gears and Shafts. 9. Reaction And Friction Units. 10. Common Automatic Transmissions. Glossary. Index. Shop Manual. 1. Safety. 2. Special Tools and Procedures. 3. Diagnosis, Maintenance, and Basic Adjustments. 4. Electrical and Electronic System Diagnosis and Service. 5. Rebuilding Transmissions. 6. Torque Converter and Oil Pump Service. 7. General Hydraulic System Service. 8. Gear and Shaft Service. 9. Friction And Reaction Unit Service. 10. Rebuilding Common Transmissions. Appendix A: ASE Practice Examination. Appendix B: Automatic Transmission Special Tool Suppliers. Appendix C: Metric Conversions. Glossary. Index.

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The author's writing is easy to read, with common verbiage that students understand. The concepts are mentioned in great depth and explained in great detail.

"""The author's writing is easy to read, with common verbiage that students understand. The concepts are mentioned in great depth and explained in great detail."""

Author Information

Jack Erjavec has become a fixture in the automotive textbook publishing world. He has decades of experience as a technician, educator, author, and editor, and has authored or co-authored more than 30 automotive textbooks and training manuals. Erjavec holds a master's degree in vocational and technical education from Ohio State University, and he spent twenty years at Columbus State Community College as an instructor and administrator. A long-time affiliate of the North American Council of Automotive Teachers, he also served as executive vice-president for the organization and spent several years on its board of directors. Erjavec is also associated with ATMC, SAE, ASA, ATRA, AERA, and other automotive professional associations. Ken Pickerill is a Certified Master Automotive Technician (with ASE Area L1) and an instructor at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Mr. Pickerill was a technician for 22 years before entering into the training field. Pickerill has more than 36 years of technical and teaching experience. He received his M.S. degree in career and technical education from Indiana State University.

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