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- Resources for Automotive Technology Cutting-edge manual incorporates the latest in diesel engine technology. Meets the needs of Automotive Principles courses that cover each area of automotive service. Addresses 30 different topics that are essential skills for today's service managers. Tech Tips and Real World Fixes provide real world applications. This is the first and only textbook that covers hybrid vehicles!
ISBN-10: 0130943185
ISBN-13: 9780130943187
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2003
Format: Cloth; 484 pp
Published: 06/28/2002
Suggested retail price: $125.60
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For undergraduate courses in Outboard Principles of Operation, Outboard Overhaul, Outboard Tune-Up, and Outboard Lower Unit Repair.
Reflecting the latest advances, this practical manual on outboard mechanics explains the technical theory of operation necessary to prepare for certification or re-certification tests. It empowers students with a basic understanding that will help them troubleshoot and repair quickly and with confidence.
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Reflects the latest technological information available.
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- Logical presentation—Covers old to the newest technology.
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Supplies students with information on outboard theory in a sequence that aids their comprehension, lets them advance with the technology, and enables them to make repairs on outboards that are in use and on the market.
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- Presentation of two- and four-stroke outboards fundamentals.
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Provides students with thorough coverage of theory, diagnostics, service, and major repairs.
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- An examination of present-day technology.
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Discusses oil injection, fuel injection, and electronic ignition systems.
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- A focus on safety—Safety: You Are In Charge and Coast Guard Rules of the Road.
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Emphasizes school shop tools and situations as well as things you need to know when boating.
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- Coverage of the new electronic systems.
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Teaches students boat trailer wiring.
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- Theory troubleshooting throughout—Considers various boating performance problems.
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Helps students apply the theory learned.
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- Review questions—In each chapter.
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Allows students to test their knowledge of key concepts before moving on.
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Reflects the latest technological information available.
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Safety: You Are In Charge.
1. General Use and Maintenance of Outboard Motors.
2. Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Operation.
3. Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Powerhead.
4. Electricity/Electronics for the Technician. 5. The Marine Battery. 6. Starter System. 7. Alternator Charging System. 8. Ignition Systems. 9. Fuel System Operation.10. Tune-Up.11. Midsection/Lower Unit.12. Trim and Tilt System.13. Propeller Performance.14. Boat Performance Problems.Appendix A. Rules of the Road.Appendix B. Trailer Lighting.WWW OB Manufacturers.Glossary.Index.
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