TY - BOOK AU - Santini,Al TI - Automotive electricity and electronics SN - 0827367430 AV - TL272. S346 1997 U1 - 629.254 PY - 1997///] CY - Albany PB - Delmar Publishers KW - Automobiles KW - Electric equipment KW - Electronic equipment N1 - Includes index; Introduction- Why Study Electricity /Electronics --; Voltage, Amperage and Resistance: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Electricity --; Voltage --; Current --; Wattage --; Resistance --; Insulators and Conductors --; Loads --; Circuit Controls and Protection --; Series Circuits --; Parallel Circuits --; Series-Parallel Circuits --; Meter Fundamentals: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Voltmeters --; Direct Reading Ammeters --; Inductive Pick-Up Ammeters --; Ohmmeters --; Oscilloscopes --; Digital Multi meters --; Circuits That Do Work: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Circuit Components --; Series Circuit --; Parallel Circuit --; Series-Parallel Circuit --; Control Circuits --; Open Circuits --; Short Circuits --; Electronic Fundamentals: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Conductors and Insulators --; The Diode --; Transistors --; Electronic Control Input Devices --; Thermistors --; Throttle Position Sensors --; Integrated Circuits as Input Devices --; Oxygen Sensors --; Static Electricity --; Reading A Wiring Diagram: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Wiring Diagrams: Types and Symbols --; Protection Devices --; Switches --; Solenoids --; Resistors --; Motors --; Location Codes --; Common Point Diagnostics --; Printed Circuits --; BATTERIES: Objectives --; Introduction --; Types of Cells --; Connecting Cells --; Automotive Battery Cells --; Chemical Action in a Battery --; Testing with a Hydrometer --; Sizes and Ratings --; Maintenance Free Batteries --; Oxygen-Recombination Batteries --; Temperature and Battery Efficiency --; Battery Safety --; Battery Testing and Service: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Purposes for Battery Testing --; A Review of General Safety --; Hydrometers --; Load Testing --; Battery Care --; Repairing Cable Ends --; Charging --; Jump Starting --; Starting Systems: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; A Typical Starting Circuit --; Magnetism --; Electromagnetism --; Motor Principles --; Ford's Positive Engagement Starter --; Gear Reduction Starters --; Permanent Magnet Starting Motors --; Starting Relays --; The Neutral Safety Switch --; Starting System Types --; Vehicle Starting System Testing and Service: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Review of the Volts-Amps Tester (VAT) --; Cranking Speed --; No-Crank Testing Starting Repair --; CHARGING SYSTEMS: Objectives --; Introduction --; Charging System Overview --; The Alternator --; Regulators --; Field Circuits --; Isolated Field Alternators --; External Regulators --; External Electronic Regulators --; Internal Electronic Regulators --; Computer Regulation --; Charging Indicators --; Vehicle Charging System Testing and Service: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; The State of the Charge --; Charging System Testing --; Internally Regulated Alternators --; Regulation --; Computer Regulation --; System Voltage Regulation --; Charging Voltage Drops --; Review of the Charging System Testing --; Alternator Disassembly and Repair --; Charging Light Diagnosis --; Diode Pattern Checking --; Ignition Systems: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Overview of Ignition Systems --; Resistor and Non resistor Plugs --; Gap --; Thread and Sealing --; Aluminum Heads and Heli-Coiling --; Reading a Used Plug --; Wires --; Magnetic Suppression --; Cap and Rotor --; Ignition Coils --; Primary Resistance --; Primary Control Devices --; Electronic Ignition --; Magnetic AC Signals --; Crankshaft Position Sensors --; Hall Effect Sensors --; Optical Crankshaft Position Sensors --; Electronic Ignition Samples --; Current Limit Function --; Variable Dwell --; Timing --; Mechanical Advance --; Vacuum Advance --; Computer-Controlled Timing --; Vehicle Ignition Testing and Service: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Feeler Gauges --; Tach Dwell meters --; The Timing Light --; The Advanced Timing Light --; Digital Timing Indicators --; Oscilloscopes --; Ignition Stress Testing --; No Start --; No Spark --; Common Scope Patterns --; Additional Component Testing --; Distributor less Ignitions --; R and R Pick-Up Units --; Distributor Less Ignition Theory: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Waste Spark Theory --; DIS Primary Circuit --; DIS Sensors --; Magnetic Sensor --; Multiple Sensor DIS /Hall Effect Sensors --; Camshaft Position Sensors --; Camshaft Position Sensors --; Multiple Output Sensors --; DIS Timing Control --; DIS Variations --; Failure Modes --; Distributor Less Ignition Diagnosis and Repair: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; Scope Testing --; Testing Ignition Coils --; Testing Sensors --; Magnetic Sensors --; Hall Effect Sensors --; No Spark- Using Scanner --; Accessories: --; Objective --; Introduction --; Lighting Circuits --; Flash to Pass --; Circuits --; Fog Light Circuits --; Taillights --; Turn Signals --; Side Markers --; Horn Circuits --; Windshield Wipers and Washers --; Defoggers --; Front Electrical Deicing --; Power Windows --; Engine Cooling Fans --; Using A Dso for Diagnostic Purposes: --; Objective --; Introduction --; Voltage Over Time --; Trigger and Slope --; Reading and Interpreting a DSO Pattern --; AC Signal --; DC Signal --; Variable Frequency --; Duty Cycle Patterns --; Pulse Width --; Typical Set-Ups and Patterns --; Throttle Position Sensor --; Oxygen Sensors --; AC Sensors --; Optical Distributors --; Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor --; Mass Airflow Sensors --; Hall Effect Sensors --; Fuel Injector Patterns --; Idle Speed Output --; Using Dual Trace Capability --; Computerized Engine Controls: --; Objectives --; Introduction --; The Power Control Module --; Common Sensors --; Engine Coolant Temperature-ECT --; Intake Air Temperature Sensor-IAT --; Throttle Position Sensor-TP --; Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor-MAP --; Exhaust Gas Recirculation-EGR --; Engine Speed Sensing --; Mass Air Flow Meter (MAF) --; Oxygen Sensor(s) O2S --; Switches --; Engine Outputs --; Ignition Timing --; Exhaust Gas Recirculation --; Idle Speed Control --; Transmission Control --; Additional Inputs Required for Transmission Control --; On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation (OBD-II) ER -