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The theory and practice for all major systems and components of today’s automobiles are introduced in this fully-updated revision by experienced author, Anthony Schwaller. The easy-to-read format divides content into manageable units covering automotive engines, mechanical and fluid engine systems, electrical engine systems, emissions and control, power transmission, vehicle suspension and control, and vehicle accessory systems. New material includes hybrid vehi… More >>
#1 by W. Ng on April 13, 2010 - 6:46 pm
This book alone can’t pass ASE. But if you use it with test question oriented review book on the Market… no problems
Salute to the author no because he’s a PHh. D. but he’s making sure the book is published the way he wants it. (dedicated and determined to get the points across the readers) and bring home something. read on….
So why you should have this book with you when you are prepared for the ASE?
1. The diagrams . every diagrams , well!! Almost 99.9% diagrams in the book have more than one `captions’ (short phrases that explain/indicate parts of the whole) inside the pictures. Name me a textbook that bother to do this.
2. if the technical terms, appear in the book. Those are the terms you should note down in your notebook and focus and study. The author carefully choose and explain not too many concepts but that is enough to get you the big picture what’s going on.. for example. On TurboCharging.,,, he bring in the Exhaust Turbine and Intake compressor, therefore boost occur in the intake manifold… lastly and gentlely and he bring in another terms wastegate to complete the whole story. And that’s not all. All the above talk is just theories.. In summary he bring in the real turbocharger construction, with captionSSSSS diagrams and real photo. To finally end the topics, he throw in intercooler to conclude that `the result is more power from the engine’.
3. babysitting you all the way from start to finish… well all textbook is supposed to teach and give you the best knowledge on the subject….Buy this book and you will totally agree with me..
skip the ` Problems, diagnosis , and service’ of this book. You can’t have the cake and eat it… ` the best of both world is only a dream’ but read this book first and do the ASE questions and you will find it more meaningful and confidence to do so.. mark my words.
Postpond so many review on other books ex. Oxford learner’s thesaurus but can’t wait to say good things about this book
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by John Woolfrey on April 13, 2010 - 9:10 pm
This is a good book if you are new to the world of auto-mechanics and automobiles. It will introduce many things to you such as tools, Fasteners, Bolts, gaskets, etc. It goes through the automobile and briefly describes all the parts… lightly brushing the surface. The ENGINE section will introduce the concept of the piston, crank shaft, cam shaft, etc… and briefly describe how the engine operates along with the different types of engines. The TRANSMISSION section will also describe all parts and how they function.
There are no real details in this book. It is very basic. If you are entering a trades college to take automotive technology then this book will probably be on your list. It introduces the automobile and its parts at a level for those who have not looked inside the hood before. Much of the content (and more) can be found on web-sites.
I gave the book 3 stars because there are 1000 pages. I am sure the book is suitable to those students who have no idea about what’s under the hood of a car. The author also puts effort into interviewing technicians and service reps. at garages to give an idea for the life of someone working in that industry. If you plan on learning about engines… to say… tear down / re-build your own.. this book is not for you. I was expecting more detail.
On Second Thought…. I have been doing my own auto maintenance for some time now. I am also technically inclined having worked in the engineering field for some time. Although I personally expected something more advanced, this book will provide the fundamentals required to learn auto-mechanics. If you’re just beginning to learn about car engines and how the whole fuel injector / ignition system works etc. then you will definitely find this book useful. I recommend this book to accompany the official factory repair manual for your automobile. With both you will have all the information you need.
It Deserves 4 stars. If it gave more details of the Engine Management System, Transmissions and Suspensions then I’d give it 4.5.
Rating: 3 / 5