Mike Thomas Truck and Trailer Systems Lab Manual

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A practical medium- and heavy-duty truck systemsFeaturing more than 100 in-depth lab exercises, this hands-on guide provides the practice you need to succeed as a medium- and heavy-duty truck service technician. The labs meet and exceed NATEF standards. Every system is thoroughly covered--from electrical and lighting to brakes and transmissions.Each lab includes: Objective of the labSafety precautionsTools needed to complete the labChallenging review questions help to reinforce the topics covered and are patterned after the typical questions found on the ASE Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Certification tests (T3 through T8). Written by an expert with decades of experience as an automotive and diesel technician and instructor, this lab manual is the perfect companion to the comprehensive text, Truck and Trailer Systems.Truck and Trailer Systems Lab Manual covers: Vehicle identification numbersEngine, transmission, and drive axle ID tag numbersSafetyTools and measuring equipmentBasic electricalMagnetismBatteriesStarting systemCharging systemLighting and wiringComputer systemsMobile heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systemsTires, wheels, and wheel end systemsFrames and suspensionsSteering systemsTrailers and fifth wheelsHydraulic brake systemsAir brake foundation brakesAir brake air systemAnti-lock brake systemsDrive linesClutchesDrive axlesSingle and twin countershaft manual transmissionsAutomated manual transmissionsAutomatic transmissionsAllison automatic transmissionsPMIAuxiliary power units