Automotive Service

Updated to reflect the latest technology in the automotive industry, this book will provide the knowledge and skills needed to successfully inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles of all makes and models. Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair, 3E begins by introducing readers to a number of automotive career options, shop management basics, plus necessary tools and equipment. The book then progresses to the theories of vehicle systems operations and includes step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting and repairing all major systems of the modern automobile. Updates include coverage of new vehicle technology like EVAP systems, on-board diagnostics and emissions, alternative fuels, and hybrid vehicles, making this book not only comprehensive but also current so that readers can feel confident they are learning the very latest in industry trends and techniques.

"Automotive service is a very complex and ever-changing business. The products, the technology, and the needs and desires of the customer base change daily. The rapid acceleration of new technologies creates dramatic advances in the vehicles that we drive. It also greatly influences the lives and expectations of our customers. At the same time, there are new competitors constantly entering the market with new approaches to cornering the market. This fast-paced industry requires continuous learning, constant vigilance, and an unfading passion if you desire to succeed. These same challenges, however, are exactly the ingredients that keep every day in this business fresh and new and challenging. There is never a dull moment"--

This Vehicle Maintenance Log Book features: 6" x 9" matte cover paperback book with 110 pre-formatted pages to record information about maintenance procedures, vehicles service and repairs. Unique present idea for automobile, cars, truck, motorcycle owner, driver, automechanic, mechanic, husband, dad on Birthday or Christmas. Great size to carry with you or keep in your glove box. This logbook helps you to keep track of all essential repairs and maintenance tasks. Log all your Vehicle Procedures on detailed forms like: Oil Changed Rotate / Balance Tires Tire Replaced Wheel Alignment Air Filter Fuel Filter Spark Plugs Brakes Serviced Transmission Wiper Blades Batteries Radiator Belts / Hoses

For courses in Automotive Principles, Service, and/or Mechanics Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service, 5th Edition covers all eight areas of automotive service, showing readers how automotive systems are connected, as well as the practical skills that students must master to be successful in the industry. Topics are divided into short chapters, which makes it easier to assign, learn, and master the content. Formatted to appeal to today's technical trade students, Halderman uses helpful tips and visuals to bring concepts to life and guide students through the procedures they'll use on the job. To keep your course current, all of the content is correlated to the latest NATEF tasks and ASE areas, and information on hot topics like electric and hybrid vehicles is included.

Investigates automobile repair business to determine if automobile manufacturers create anticompetitive environment causing the inordinately high cost increases for automobile parts and labor to effect repairs.