Author: Chris Johanson

Auto Engine Performance and Driveability provides up-to-date information on the operation, service, and repair of various related systems, including computer systems, emission control systems, fuel systems, and ignition systems. The text emphasizes the use of strategy-based troubleshooting procedures and the latest diagnostic equipment to pinpoint problems.

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Table of Contents

Abbreviated Contents

Auto Engine Performance and Driveability, 5th Edition, Shop Manual

• Front Matter
• Project 1 Preparing to Service a Vehicle
• • Job 1—Perform Safety and Environmental Inspections
  • Job 2—Identify and Interpret Vehicle Numbers
  • Job 3—Find and Use Service Information
  • Job 4—Use a Scan Tool to Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • Job 5—Identify Hybrid Vehicle High-Voltage Components and Disable High-Voltage Systems
• Project 2 Diagnosing General Engine Concerns
• • Job 6—Check for Engine Oil, Coolant, Fuel, and Vacuum Leaks
  • Job 7—Diagnose Engine and Vehicle Performance, Noise, and Vibration Problems
  • Job 8—Use a Scan Tool to Access and Reprogram a Vehicle Computer
  • Job 9—Use a Multimeter to Perform Pinpoint Sensor Tests
  • Job 10—Use a Scope to Perform Pinpoint Sensor Tests
  • Job 11—Diagnose a Control Module and Module Communication Errors
  • Job 12—Perform a Vacuum Test, Power Balance Test, Compression Test, and Cylinder Leakage Test
  • Job 13—Inspect and Test a Cooling System
  • Job 14—Use a Four- or Five-Gas Analyzer to Check Emission System Operation
• Project 3 Diagnosing and Repairing an Ignition System
• • Job 15—Inspect and Test an Ignition System’s Secondary Circuit Components and Wiring
  • Job 16—Inspect and Test an Ignition System’s Primary Circuit Components and Wiring
• Project 4 Diagnosing and Servicing Fuel and Air Induction Systems
• • Job 17—Verify Fuel Quality
  • Job 18—Test and Replace Fuel Supply System Components
  • Job 19—Inspect and Service a Throttle Body
  • Job 20—Check Idle Speed Motor or Idle Air Control
  • Job 21—Check Fuel Injector Waveforms
  • Job 22—Perform a Fuel Injector Balance Test
  • Job 23—Remove and Replace a Fuel Injector
  • Job 24—Test Supercharger and Turbocharger Operation
• Project 5 Diagnosing and Servicing an Exhaust System
• • Job 25—Inspect and Test an Exhaust System
  • Job 26—Replace Exhaust System Components
• Project 6 Diagnosing and Servicing Emission Control Systems
• • Job 27—Test and Service an EGR Valve
  • Job 28—Test and Service an Air Pump and Air Injection System
  • Job 29—Test and Service a Catalytic Converter
  • Job 30—Test and Service Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) and Evaporative Emission Control Systems
• Project 7 Performing Engine-Related Service
• • Job 31—Change Oil and Filter
  • Job 32—Repair Damaged Threads
  • Job 33—Service Valve Timing Components
  • Job 34—Adjust Valves
  • Job 35—Remove and Replace a Thermostat