For an automotive technician, fault diagnosis to find the right repair direction is an indispensable skill. But for students, approaching real-life failure situations is difficult. Therefore, the book Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis 3rd Edition was born to solve those problems. Let’s learn more about this Diagnosis book with ECU Manual in the article below.

Automotive Fault Diagnosis 3th Edition Information 

Title: Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnostic 

Edition: 3rd 

Pages: 456

Language: English

Author: Tom Denton 

Publication Date: 16/11/2011

Automotive Fault Diagnosis 3rd Edition is penned by author Tom Denton – who is behind a series of famous works on automotive technology such as: Electric and Hybrid Vehicles, Automotive driving and Driver assistance systems,…. This book covers the fundamentals of vehicle systems and components, and explains the latest diagnostic techniques used in vehicle repair and maintenance. More than a guide for students, this book is also a great stop for technicians looking to dive deeper into current diagnostic technology.

Automotive Fault Diagnostic includes 10 chapters, specifically as follows:

Chapter 1: Introduction 

• Safe working practice 
• Terminology 
• Report writing 

Chapter 2: Diagnostic Techniques 

• Diagnostic process
• Diagnostics on paper 
• Mechanical diagnostic Techniques 
• Electrical diagnostic techniques 
• Fault Codes 
• Systems 
• Data Sources

Chapter 3: Tools and Equipment

• Basic equipment 
• Oscilloscopes 
• Scanners/Fault code readers and analysers
• Emission Testing 
• Pressure Testing 

Chapter 4: Sensors, Actuators and Oscilloscope diagnostics

• Sensors 
• Actuators 
• Engine waveforms 
• Communication networks 

Chapter 5: On-board Diagnostics 

Chapter 6: Engine Systems

• Engine Operation 
• Diagnostic – engines 
• Fuel System 
• Diagnostic – fuel system 
• Introduction to engine management 
• Ignition 
• Diagnostic – ignition System 
• Emissions 
• Diagnostic – emissions 
• Fuel Injection 
• Diagnostic – fuel injection system 
• Diesel Injection 
• Diagnostic – diesel injection systems 
• Charging
• Batteries 
• Cooling system

….

Chapter 7: Chassis Systems 

• Brakes 
• Anti Lock – Brakes
• Traction control 
• Steering and Tyres
• Suspresion 
• Active Suspension 

… 

Chapter 8: Electrical Systems 

• Electronic components and circuits
• Multiplexing 
• Lighting 
• Auxiliaries 
• Body Electrical Systems
• Heating, Ventilation and air conditioning 
• Cruise Control 
• Airbags and belt tensioners 

… 

Chapter 9: Transmission Systems 

Chapter 10: Learning Activities 

• Knowledge check question 
• Tips help you learn 
• Case Study 
• Software 

….

With clear, complete content accompanied by full-color illustrations, Automotive Fault Diagnostic is the bedside book for every technician looking to improve their skills.

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