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LEADER: 06752cam 22005174a 4500
001 ocm85897166
003 OCoLC
005 20151115204849.0
008 070116s2007 mdua 001 0 eng
010 $a 2007920997
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050 00 $aTL152$b.G6387 2007
082 00 $a629.28/72$222
100 1 $aGray, Michael E.
245 10 $aAuto upkeep :$bbasic car care, maintenance, and repair /$cMichael E. Gray and Linda E. Gray.
246 3 $aBasic car care, maintenance, and repair
250 $a2nd ed.
260 $aNew Windsor, MD :$bRolling Hills Pub.,$c℗♭2007.
300 $a192 pages :$billustrations ;$c28 cm
336 $atext$btxt$2rdacontent
337 $aunmediated$bn$2rdamedia
338 $avolume$bnc$2rdacarrier
500 $aIncludes index.
505 0 $aChapter 1: Introduction And How Cars Work -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Major automotive contributors -- Automotive milestones -- How cars work -- Engine identification -- Vehicle identification -- Common fuels and designs -- Future -- Summary -- Chapter 2: Buying An Automobile -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of buying -- Buying steps -- Summary -- Chapter 3: Automotive Expenses -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Car payments -- Insurance -- Fuel expenses -- License and registration -- Maintenance and repairs -- Summary -- Chapter 4: Repair Facilities -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Key characteristics of a quality repair facility -- Facility types -- Estimates and repair orders -- Warranty considerations -- Summary -- Chapter 5: Safety Around The Automobile -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Laboratory safety -- OSHA -- Safety equipment -- Fire extinguishers -- Automotive lifts -- Lifting a vehicle safely -- Using jacks and jack stands -- Safety around airbags -- Summary -- Chapter 6: Basic Tools -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Common hand tools -- Lifting tools -- Tire tools -- Measuring tools -- Electric related tools -- Oil change and lube tools -- Cutting and grinding tools -- Inspection tools -- Cleaning supplies -- Specialty tools -- Vehicle service manuals -- Summary -- Chapter 7: Auto Care And Cleaning -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Automotive finishes -- Exterior care and cleaning -- Interior care and cleaning -- Engine compartment cleaning -- Finish repair -- Forgotten part lubrication -- Summary -- Chapter 8: Fluid Level Check -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Types of fluids -- Summary -- Chapter 9: Electrical System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Electrical terms -- Battery -- Starting system -- Charging system -- Fuses -- Lights -- Computer -- Summary -- Chapter 10: Lubrication System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of engine oil -- Understanding oil ratings -- Synthetic oil -- Oil filters -- Changing the oil and filter -- Summary -- Chapter 11: Fuel System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Fuel system purpose -- Fuel system components -- Crude oil distillation -- Gasoline properties -- Diesel properties -- Refueling -- Improving fuel economy -- Cylinder deactivation -- Fuel prices -- Summary -- Chapter 12: Cooling System And Climate Control -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Cooling system purpose -- Cooling system components -- Coolant properties -- Coolant flow -- Heater core -- Cabin air filter -- Air conditioning -- Summary -- Chapter 13: Ignition System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Ignition system purpose -- Ignition system generations -- Ignition system components -- Summary -- Chapter 14: Suspension, Steering, And Tires -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Suspension system purpose -- Suspension components -- Steering system purpose -- Steering system components -- Tire classifications -- Tire care and maintenance -- Summary -- Chapter 15: Braking System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Braking system purpose -- Types of brakes -- Braking system components -- Brake fluid -- Antilock brakes -- Electronic stability control -- Parking brakes -- Summary -- Chapter 16: Drivetrain -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of the drivetrain -- Transmission fluid -- Drivetrain components -- Drivetrain systems -- Summary -- Chapter 17: Exhaust And Emission System -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Exhaust and emission purpose -- Exhaust components -- Emission components -- Emission testing -- Summary -- Chapter 18: Alternative Fuels And Designs -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Purpose of alternatives -- Biodiesel vehicles -- Flex-fuel E85 vehicles -- Natural gas vehicles -- Propane vehicles -- Bi-fuel vehicles -- Hybrid vehicles -- Electric vehicles -- Solar vehicles -- Hydrogen powered vehicles -- Technological issues -- Summary -- Chapter 19: Automotive Accessories -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Interior accessories -- Electronic accessories -- Exterior accessories -- Hauling and towing accessories -- Summary -- Chapter 20: Common Problems And Roadside Emergencies -- Introduction -- Objectives -- Diagnosing problems -- Common problems -- Roadside emergencies -- Summary -- Appendix A: Online/Workbook Activities -- Appendix B: Acronyms/Abbreviations -- Appendix C: Text Features -- Procedures -- Q & As -- Tech tips -- Calculations -- Trouble guides -- Servicing -- Web links -- Career paths -- Glossary -- Index -- Order information -- Online/workbook information -- Reviews.
520 $aSynopsis: From choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep is the do-it-yourself automotive guide for the driver in you. Auto Upkeep helps keep you safe and your vehicle reliable by providing easy-to-follow information with detailed pictures and drawings. Discover how to choose a quality repair facility, buy a car, handle roadside emergencies, diagnose common problems, and communicate effectively with technicians - all while saving money.
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700 1 $aGray, Linda E.
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938 $aQuality Books, Inc.$bQUAL$nqbi07600056
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948 $hNO HOLDINGS IN PMR - 604 OTHER HOLDINGS