Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach

I didn't know that books like this one even existed, but I'm so glad I now own it. It covers so many aspects of car systems. It's not a book that you read straight through, but is a good reference when you come across a car topic that you want to be more informed about. I love all the good diagrams. It's very thorough and all the diagrams are sure to shed light on your car knowledge. Also, I liked the book "Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair" by Tim Gilles. The book by Gilles is less expensive (at least at the time of writing this review), older, but the idea of both books is very similar. The book by Gilles has ISBN # 0-8273-7354-6. I own both of these books, and like them both. Usually, 1 of the 2 books has what I'm looking for when I turn to these books to understand a particular car topic.

A very comprehensive primer for today's new systems. Older systems are covered also. For me, a reasonably competent shade tree mechanic, this is continuing education that may help me not to throw up my hands and say I can't work on these new ones! I bought a Bluetooth OBD II reader, (thru Amazon), and Torque Pro (Android app), for my quad core tablet, and now diagnosis doesn't seem so dismal. Really nice to know before hitting the dealership for those jobs I still cannot do.This volume is 2009, so it is not covering newest technology, but my vehicles are older, so I saved a bundle as opposed to the cost of the newest edition.Students might save also...Highly recommended at this price!

I am just a simple guy that is trying to save a little money by repairing my own cars. I've done fairly well so far, so I wanted to try and learn to be a bit more precise in what I do and try to have the knowledge of a mechanic while still keeping my day job. I found that this book really fit the bill.I think it should be mentioned that this is essentially a student textbook, with review questions and a point of view that you're working towards becoming a mechanic after "graduating". Considering that I never took an automotive class while in high school, this was perfect for me. However, this information might be overly simplistic to someone else that may have had prior training. Since I don't know what all the tools and parts are called, this was perfect. What anyone can appreciate is the high quality of the glossy pages and vibrant color of this textbook format. You might even wonder if you forgot to finish your homework that is due tomorrow!

Breakdown of every system, theories, intricacies, and really everything you would need to know about...."automotive technology" Its set up like a standard school textbook, with 'key words' in bold, and a quiz at the end of each section. As with most books in the ways of technology its a little dated, but still offers great information on the basics of the automobile, and until the way cars physically drive changes, the information will remain helpful and relevant.

this book sucked- it has info- but trying to do homework questions -- the answers are not even in the bookand i can read!!! I do get straight A's and have done over 150 credit hours of college... but don't rely on the book- rely on google

This is based on the older published version but with updated material like newer ignition and emission regulation. This book has more colored pictures than the previous edition.I generally like the previous edition more because it was what I learned with. There is less color and it goes straight to the point. I have only skimmed through this book. Other than that, its a good book to learn about automotive technology.If you really want to learn, go through each chapter throughly and do the review and questions. (and of course, do hands on)

Very good book for all mechanics.

good

While it is a Used book, it arrived in very poor condition.

This was in very good condition and cheap.