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How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems

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ISBN-10: 0760320993

ISBN-13: 9780760320990

Edition: 2005 (Revised)

Authors: Tracy Martin

List price: $29.99
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Tracy Martin, an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified Master Technician, explains the principles behind automotive electrical systems and how they work. This book details the various tools, such as multimeters and test lights, that can be used to evaluate and troubleshoot any vehicle’s electrical system. Several hands-on projects take readers on a guided tour of their vehicle’s electrical system and demonstrate how to fix specific problems.
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Book details

List price: $29.99
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Publication date: 11/10/2005
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 8.25" wide x 10.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.364
Language: English

Tracy Martin writes for Motorcycle Consumer News, RoadBike, Friction Zone, PowerSports, and Dealer News magazines. Author of three books, Tracy co-authored the MSF's Guide to Motorcycling Excellence, Second Edition . Published by Motorbooks International, Tracy 's latest book, Motorcycle Electrical Systems: Troubleshooting and Repair , is available at book sellers everywhere. His first book, How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems , is also available at book stores. In addition to writing, Tracy teaches the Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic with Lee Parks, author of Total Control . Tracy has presented riding skills and motorcycle suspension seminars across the United…    

Preface
Theory
Ohm's Law
"Three Things" About 12-Volt DC Circuits
"Three Things" About 12-Volt DC Circuits
Resistance/Amps Relationship
DC and AC Circuits
Oh No, Math?
Rules of Operation for Three Types of Circuits
Voltage Drop Testing
Don't Use an Ohmmeter
How a Voltmeter Measures Voltage
Testing Circuits Dynamically
Voltage Drop
How Much Is Too Much?
Locating the Bad Spot
Test, Don't Guess
Tools
Electronic Testing Tools
Test Lights
Multimeters
Fluke Multimeter
Measuring Amperage
Logic Probes
Noid Lights
Short Finders
Jumper Wires and Accessories
Coil Testers
Spark Tester
Ignition Timing Lights
Battery Testers
Lab Scopes
Soldering Tools
Electrical Systems
Storage Battery
Chemical Reactions
Discharging
Electrolyte Solution
Charging
Battery Ratings
Type of Batteries
Battery Testing - State of Charge
Dynamic Battery Testing
Hand-held Battery Testers
Charging and Starting Systems
DC Generators
DC Generator Voltage Regulators
Alternators
Mechanical Voltage Regulators for Alternators
Transistorized Electronic Voltage Regulators
Internal and Computer-Controlled Voltage Regulators
Charge Indicators
Alternator Testing
Generic Alternator Testing
GM Alternator with External Regulator
GM Delcotron Alternator with Internal Regulator
Delco-Remy CS Alternator
Ford-Alternator with External Regulator
Ford-Motorcraft IAR Alternators
Chrysler Alternator with External Voltage Regulator
Chrysler's Computer-Controlled Alternator
DC Generator and Regulator Testing
Generator Polarizing
Starter Motors
Starter Solenoids
Starter Testing
Ignition Systems
How To Get from 12 Volts to 100,000 Volts
Ignition Coils
Generic Coil Testing
Points and Condenser
Electronic Ignition and Computer Controls
Triggers
Ignition Modules
Generic Ignition Module Testing
Ignition Module "Tap" Testing
Secondary Ignition Circuit
Fuel Injection Systems
Carburetors
Electronic Fuel Injection
Taking EFI for a Test Drive
Sensor Testing
General Motors
Ford Motor Company
Chrysler
Mass Airflow Sensors
Fuel Injectors and Injector Pulse
General Electrical System Diagnosis
Wiring Diagrams
Reading Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram Exercises
Answers to Wiring Diagram Questions
Troubleshooting Electrical Systems
The Starter that Doesn't: A Case Study
Bad Grounds
Cross over Circuits
Parasitic Amp Draw
Sources
Index