Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis, 7th edition

Published by Pearson (May 15, 2019) © 2020

  • James Halderman

Paperback + Student Resources

ISBN-13: 9780134985794
ASE Correlated Task Sheets for Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis
Published 2019

Title overview

Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis meets the needs of a 2nd-semester Engine Performance (A8) course. It covers tasks of the ASE A8 content area as well as topics to prepare you for the ASE Advanced Level Engine Performance (L1) certification test. Halderman guides you through procedures using practical applications and step-by-step photo sequences. This text is part of the Pearson Automotive Professional Technician Series.

Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis is designed for your success. Its learning outcomes and objectives are aligned with ASE standards, and its concise, easy-to-read chapters present content in manageable sections. Case studies will help you handle real-world customer issues.

The 7th Edition has been fully updated to reflect the latest ASE tasks and requirements, with new case studies and three new chapters.

Table of contents

Brief Contents

  1. The Diagnostic Process
  2. Gasoline, Alternative Fuels, and Diesel Fuels
  3. Circuit Testers and Digital Meters
  4. Oscilloscopes and DSOs
  5. Gasoline Engine Systems
  6. In-Vehicle Engine Service
  7. Valve Train and Variable Valve Timing Systems
  8. Engine and Misfire Diagnosis
  9. CAN and Network Communications
  10. On-Board Diagnosis and Monitors
  11. Global OBD II and Mode $06
  12. Immobilizer System
  13. Starting and Charging Systems Diagnosis
  14. Ignition System Operation and Service
  15. Temperature Sensors
  16. Throttle Position (TP) Sensors
  17. MAP and MAF Sensors
  18. Electronic Throttle Control Systems
  19. Oxygen Sensors
  20. Fuel Trim Diagnosis
  21. Fuel Pumps, Lines, and Filters
  22. Fuel Injection Systems
  23. Gasoline Direct Injection Systems
  24. Fuel Injection System Diagnosis
  25. Electronic Transmission Controls
  26. Vehicle Emission Standards and Testing
  27. Emission Control System Devices, Operation, and Diagnosis
  28. Module Reprogramming
  29. Symptom-Based Diagnosis

Appendices

  1. Sample L1 Test
  2. ASE correlation chart

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