Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis

'Suitable for the 'diagnostic detective', this book helps teach you what to do when trying to solve difficult cases by looking at the art of diagnostics as a science.' Vehicle Electrics and Electronics, Review of Previous Edition Diagnostics, or fault finding, is a fundamental part of an automotive technician's work, and as automotive systems become increasingly complex there is a greater need for good diagnostic skills. This new edition is fully updated to the latest technological and curriculum developments and is the only book to treat automotive diagnostics as a science rather than a check-list procedure. Each chapter includes basic principles and examples of a vehicle system followed by the appropriate diagnostic techniques, complete with useful diagrams, flow charts, case studies and self-assessment questions. The book will help new students develop diagnostic skills and help experienced technicians improve even further. The first book to focus on the science of diagnostics complete with overview descriptions of how systems operate, diagnostic case studies, detailed diagrams and flow charts, and self-assessment questions Essential text for students studying fault diagnosis and repair, and valuable reference for automotive personnel, from mechanics to service managers Covers IMI and City & Guilds Technical Award, Certificate and Diploma requirements, plus NVQ/VRQ levels 3 & 4, and HNC/D courses With added content relating to serial code readers and the use of computers in diagnostics (particularly laptop based diagnostics) for all areas such as engines, chassis, transmission and electrical systems, the diagnostic procedures in this new edition have been expanded and clearly illustrated to match new and existing qualifications and standards.Denton, Tom is the author of 'Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis', published 2006 under ISBN 9780750669917 and ISBN 0750669918.