Automotive Electrics and Electronics

By Horst Bauer

3rd Edition. As a result of rapid technological developments, the use of electronic equipment in vehicles has increased immensely. This book covers a wide variety of electric/electronic systems and components, ranging from alternators and starting systems to safety systems, theft deterrence and navigation systems. Automotive Electrics and Electronics provides comprehensive, easy-to-understand descriptions as well as numerous charts, drawings and illustrations. This third edition features a new section on lighting technology and updated information on starter batteries, alternators, starting systems, spark-ignition engine management, diesel-engine management and electromagnetic compatibility. Contents include: Vehicle Electrical System and Circuit Diagrams Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Starter Batteries Traction Batteries Alternators Starting Systems Lighting Technology Washing and cleaning Systems Theft-deterrence systems Comfort and Convenience Systems Information Systems Occupant-Safety Systems Driving-Safety Systems Spark-Ignition-Engine Management Diesel-Engine Management. Comprehensive reference that makes complex electronic issues easier to understand.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0768005086
• ISBN13: 9780768005080
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Society of Automotive Engineers
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 1.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 0.8" x 6.8"