TODAY'S TECHNICIAN: AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR & REBUILDING, CLASSROOM MANUAL AND SHOP MANUAL, Sixth Edition, delivers the theory and skills you need to repair and service modern automotive engines as a professional technician, along with proven preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam. Using a logical, system-specific approach, the text covers engine construction and operation, intake and exhaust systems, and engine repair, as well as the basics of engine rebuilding. Drawing on decades of shop and classroom experience, the authors provide valuable, forward-looking industry insights on topics such as advances in hybrid technology, factors affecting engine performance, and the design and function of modern engine components. Long known for its technical accuracy and concise writing style, the Sixth Edition of this reader-friendly text includes extensive updates to reflect the latest ASE Education Foundation standards, new information on current industry trends and developments, additional drawings and photos, and a variety of electronic learning tools.
