Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach

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Summary: A great student textbook
Review: From a novice standpoint; it's excellent. Well, I practically grew-up in my dad's garage (like many of you) but never had formal training... I've just finished a 5 month training course at a trade school and this was one of the text books. Very well organized, easy to read, good illustrations, and it's a great
overview of automotive systems in general. A solid introductory.

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Summary: if u like to do written practice, take it!
Review: full of multiple choice and filling blanks, it's more like a practical book, no real picture, just few fig. I was reallllllllly disppointed when I open it!
God!
there is even a CD of practical at the back of this book!

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Summary: Great book
Review: This book is like my automotive bible, I am from Trinidad and own my automtive shop, getting up to date in the automotive field here is a real problem, this book gave me the opportunity to better myself in my field. It also helped me to passed the A1 and A8 ASE certification in one try that was recently introduced into my country 1 year ago. I highly recommend this book to all interested in this field.

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Summary: Another great one
Review: This is probably the 4th book from Jack Erjavec that I have read. He was an instructor at a college I attended in the 90's. Without a doubt, one of the most interesting men I've ever met. I am still in the automotive industry and have been for ten years. I will undoubtedly be learning from Jack my whole life.

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Summary: Another great one
Review: This is probably the 4th book from Jack Erjavec that I have read. He was an instructor at a college I attended in the 90's. Without a doubt, one of the most interesting men I've ever met. I am still in the automotive industry and have been for ten years. I will undoubtedly be learning from Jack my whole life.

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Summary: Anyone that owns a car should have access to this book.
Review: This well-written, comprehensive book contains an incredible amount of information about the workings of automobiles. The text is very readable, and it presumes no previous knowledge about automobiles or mechanics. Chapters on tools and basic electronics theory will appeal to beginners, while their subsequent chapters build on this knowledge and get quite in-depth.

The fact that the book does not focus on specific makes and models makes it all the more valuable. Descriptions of the various automotive systems typically begin with a very broad overview, followed by a description of the various different types or subsystems available, and ultimately proceed to a great level of detail. This approach makes it very easy to understand the purpose of each system as a whole, without having to get into more technical details. Of course, if the reader chooses to proceed, very in-depth details are available and are presented just as clearly. The book is thoroughly and clearly illustrated. To cap it off, numerous photo sequences show technicians performing many of the procedures which are described in the text.

I have successfully used this title as as a "how-to" book when working on my own car. Even if you do not work on your own automobile, however, you will find it useful to consult to help you understand just what your car (or mechanic) is trying to tell you. It is also useful to consult when considering the purchase of a new vehicle. Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach will easily pay for itself by helping you make the right decisions about your automobile. It also makes for a phenomenal coffee-table book for the armchair gearhead.

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Summary: Our best-selling comprehensive intro to auto repair.
Review: While the primary market is the aspiring technician, anyone interested in automotive repair and maintenance will enjoy this book. Written by an ASE certified master technician and long-time teacher, this book is an easy to read and practical introduction to the theory of operation, diagnosis of problems and repair procedures for the modern automobile. Accurate and up to date, this book is currently in use by hundreds of shools and colleges in the US and Canada.