Publisher Description

New to the Australian market, Truck and Trailer Systems offers a comprehensive and practical guide to the medium and heavy-duty truck services.Written by an expert with decades of experience as an automotive and diesel technician and instructor, this text thoroughly covers information on each system from electrical and lighting to brakes and transmissions. Truck and Trailer Systems is an ideal and useful learning resource for those starting out in the field as well as a trusted reference source for experienced professionals in need of a detailed, on-the-job reference. FeaturesInstructor material for each chapterPowerPoints and artwork library Lab worksheets and test questions to maximise comprehensionExtensive review questions at the end of each chapter to ensure student retention

Author Biography

Mike Thomas (Phoenix, AZ) has more than 30 years' experience as an Auto/Diesel Technician. He was an Auto/Diesel curriculum developer for Universal Technical Institute and created the 60-week Diesel Program at Arizona Automotive Institute.

Table of Contents

Ch 1: Introduction into the Diesel Industry LabCh 2: Safety LabCh 3: Tools and Measuring Equipment LabCh 4: Basic Electrical LabCh 5: Magnetism LabCh 6: Battery LabCh 7: Starting Systems LabCh 8: Charging Systems LabCh 9: Lighting and Wiring LabsCh 10: Computer System LabsCh 11: Advanced Computer System LabsCh 12: Mobile HVAC LabsCh 13: Heating and AC Controls LabCh 14: Tires Wheels and Wheel End SystemsCh 15: Frame and SuspensionsCh 16: Steering SystemsCh 17: Trailers and Fifth WheelsCh 18: Hydraulic BrakesCh 19: Air Brake Foundation BrakesCh 20: Air Brake Air SystemCh 21: Anti-Lock Brake SystemsCh 22: Drive LinesCh 23: ClutchesCh 24: Drive AxlesCh 25: Single Countershaft Manual TransmissionsCh 26: Automated Manual TransmissionsCh 27: Automatic TransmissionsCh 28: Allison Automatic TransmissionCh 29: PMICh 30: Auxilliary Power Units

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