Today's Technician

This trusted text provides a comprehensive, accessible overview of automotive systems to prepare you for all aspects of work in the field. BASIC AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE & SYSTEMS, Sixth Edition, includes a Classroom Manual that explores the operational theory behind each automotive system, and a Shop Manual covering relevant diagnostic, testing, and repair procedures. Updated to align with Task Lists for the latest ASE Education Foundation requirements, the Sixth Edition covers emerging technologies such as hybrid vehicles and electronic engine controls, as well as current information on the global automotive industry and the role you can play within it as a professional technician. The authors assume no prior knowledge of automotive technology, so these clear and engaging resources provide an ideal introduction to both fundamental theory and its real-world applications in specific skills and maintenance procedures, preparing you for success in today�s fast-paced, competitive work environment.