Auto-Electric Repairs Explained

Auto-Electric Repairs Explained

This book, Auto-Electric Repairs Explained of which there's also a companion DVD by the same title, is a dedicated work centered in automotive electric diagnostics. 99% of the auto-repair duties for an auto technician will be of the electric nature, not necessarily electronics. Electronic is also a part of auto repairs, but covered on another couse-manual-DVD by the same author. This book concentrates on the techniques relevant to repairing open and short circuits on actuators, such as motors, power feed, grounds, and other electrical faults.<br /><br />Techniques such as current ramping, voltage drop, scope usage, sound tracing, current draw test and many others are covered. This book and our other electronics courses 1 & 2 are a must have for any tech or DIY interested in delving into the world of electric and electronic auto repair.<br /><br />Special thanks given to all the techs and shops who supported my investigations on this technology, and to my wife for her support…God bless…<br /><br />Table of Contents<br /><br />The OBD-II DLC or Data-Link-Connector<br />Electric and Electronic Diagnostics<br />Electron Flow Theory<br />How to Do a Voltage Drop Test<br />How to do a Current/Amperage Test<br />Stressing the circuit<br />How to do a Resistance Test<br />Doing a Continuity Test<br />Finding Battery Parasitic Current Draw<br />Electric Ground & Chassis Ground Testing<br />Sensor Ground Electric Testing<br />Using the Fox & Hound (tone generator) to find open circuits<br />Current Ramping Electric Technique<br />Current Ramping a Fuel Pump<br />Current Ramping the Ignition Coil<br />Current Ramping an Injector<br />Current Ramping Compression Test<br />Starter Electric Diagnostic Test<br />Alternator Wire Electronic Voltage-Drop Test<br />Battery Power Electric Test<br />Battery Current Draw Electric Test<br />Ignition Coil Current Ramping Technique<br />Automotive Electric Wiring Diagrams<br />Electric Cooling Fan Wiring Diagram Interpretation<br />Ignition Switch Electric Test