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How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems
Contributor(s): Martin, Tracy (Author)
ISBN: 0760320993     ISBN-13: 9780760320990
Publisher: Motorbooks International
OUR PRICE:   $26.99  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: November 2005
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Annotation: 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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BISAC Categories:
- Transportation | Automotive - Repair & Maintenance
- Technology & Engineering | Automotive
Dewey: 629.270
LCCN: 2005054034
Series: Motorbooks Workshop
Physical Information: 0.51" H x 8.31" W x 10.57" (1.33 lbs) 160 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
In How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems, author and ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified Master Technician Tracy Martin explain the principles behind automotive electrical systems and describes how they work, with a focus on cars of collectible and classic eras. Now, readers no longer need fear that jumble of wires beneath the dash or hood of their vehicle.

Automotive electrical systems can seem a mystery, if not a black art, to the weekend mechanic and even to a number of experienced pros. From Ohm's Law and an explanation of 12-volt systems to specific electrical scenarios and more, Martin thoroughly dissects the automotive electrical system and explains the various tools needed for diagnoses and repairs, such as multimeters, voltmeters, timing lights, coil testers, lab scopes, and more. Also included:

  • Storage batteries
  • Charging and starting systems
  • Ignition systems
  • Fuel injection
  • Reading wiring diagrams
  • Troubleshooting
When it comes automotive electrics, readers need never fear being lost in lost in the dark again. Whether you have a bad ground, an amp draw, or some other gremlin, How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems is the best tool available for understanding and diagnosing electrical problems.

The Motorbooks Workshop series covers topics that engage and interest car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Written by subject-matter experts and illustrated with step-by-step and how-it's-done reference images, Motorbooks Workshop is the ultimate resource for how-to know-how.