Description: Hundreds of new and updated photos and sketches highlight this new edition with the most compact, accurate, and up-to-date content in the market! The Fifth Edition of Automotive Engines addresses current industry trends and concerns while providing comprehensive coverage to build readers technical expertise and critical thinking skills. Revision highlights include an enhanced engine diagnosis chapter and updated information on four-valve-per-cylinder engines, camshaft timing, variable valve timing, and high performance engines. Finally, hundreds of new and updated illustrations bring this new edition to life! Product Benefits: - A focus on maintenance for longer-lasting vehicles includes new, up-to-date information on engine cooling and lubrication systems
- New content on the repair of high performance sport compact cars, hot rodding, and vehicle restoration reflects the evolution of the design and engineering of automotive engines
- New case histories draw attention to real-world situations and provide more critical thinking practice
- Repair techniques universal to all engines are discussed, preparing readers for careers in independent repair shops, parts and machine shops, and dealerships
- ASE-style engine machinist practice tests and explanations included at the back of the book enable users to use the book effectively to prepare for the ASE Certification Exam
- An enhanced supplemental package now includes PowerPoint? presentations, a Computerized Test Bank and an Image Library
Table of Contents: SECTION 1
Engine Construction, Diagnosis, Disassembly, and Inspection
CHAPTER 1 Engine Operation
CHAPTER 2 Engine Shop Safety
CHAPTER 3 Diagnosing Engine Problems
CHAPTER 4 Engine Removal, Disassembly, Inspection, and In-Chassis Repairs
CHAPTER 5 Cleaning the Engine
CHAPTER 6 Measuring
SECTION 2
The Breathing System
CHAPTER 7 Cylinder Head: Parts and Service
CHAPTER 8 Cylinder Head: Springs, Valves, and Valve Seats
CHAPTER 9 Camshafts, Lifters, Timing Belts and Chains
CHAPTER 10 Engine Power Development: Manifolds, Superchargers, and Camshaft Performance
SECTION 3
Cylinder Block Assembly
CHAPTER 11 Cylinder Block - Inspection and Service
CHAPTER 12 Crankshaft, Bearings, and Engine Balancing
CHAPTER 13 Piston, Rings, and Connecting Rod
CHAPTER 14 Lubrication System
CHAPTER 15 Cooling System
SECTION 4
Engine Repair and Reassembly
CHAPTER 16 Engine Hardware: Fasteners, Thread Repair, and Gaskets
CHAPTER 17 Reassembly and Starting |
