5th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007. - 552 p. ISBN: 0131994050
Part of the nationally recognized Halderman/Birch Series: Birch, Manual Drivetrains and Axles, 5e provides a thorough treatment of the theory, service and diagnostic aspects of manual drivetrains in a one book format. Correlated to ASE and NATEF, it prepares readers for certification and the field using an exercise worktext, chapter quizzes and reviews. This edition includes more on hybrid vehicles, a revised chapter on 4wd service, and chapter summaries that reinforce key techniques Coverage of every aspect of the ASE certification program includes ASE-type questions at the end of each chapter and the ASE Task List for this area. Expanded manual drivetrains and axles testing, diagnosis, and service procedures reflect new tools, equipment, and service procedures. Extensive electrical electronic content for testing, diagnosis, and repair reflects the use of electrical and electronic devices. Theory chapters explain how the system works, the varied terminology used, and the variety of systems that can be found. Service and repair chapters describe the procedures used to maintain the system for proper operation, diagnosing the cause of a problem when it does occur, and then repairing and adjusting the unit to correct the problem. For anyone preparing to take the A3, Manual Drivetrains and Axles test.
