Acknowledgments Th e author and publisher would like to thank the following companies, organizations, and individuals for their contribution of resource material, images, or other support in the development of Auto Electricity and Electronics. Acura All-Test ASE B&B Electronics Belden Bosch Breed Automotive Corp. Buick Cadillac Champion Spark Plugs Chevrolet Chrysler Corporation Deere & Co. Delco Echlin Fiat Federal Mogul Corp. Florida Department of Vocational Education Fluke FMC Ford General Motors GMC G-P Parts Honda Motor Co. iATN Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA Lexus Lisle Corp. Lister Diesels Marquette Mazda Mercedes Benz Motorola NAPA Auto Parts Nissan OTC/SPX Corp. Peugeot Renault Robert Bosch Siemens Snap-on Incorporated Subaru Sun Electric Corp. TIF Instruments Toyota TRW Union Electronics Universal Sound Volvo ASE Connections Auto Electricity and Electronics is correlated to standards established by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the ASE Education Foundation. Th ese standards were developed with input from industry experts to ensure they refl ect the skills students and technicians must master to succeed in the automobile service and repair industry. ASE certifi cation is the benchmark for automobile repair technicians. It is recommended that you seek ASE certifi cation once you have suffi cient knowledge and meet the work experience requirements. Visit the ASE website for more information on ASE certifi cation. Th e ASE Education Foundation has established a training program accreditation process designed to improve the qual- ity of training off ered at both the secondary and postsecondary levels. Th e ASE Education Foundation grants accreditation to programs that comply with their evaluation procedure, meet established standards, and adhere to the policies set forth by the organization. To learn more about the accreditation process, visit the ASE Education Foundation website.