Solution Manual For Automotive Technology, A Systems Approach, 4th Canadian Edition by Erjavec

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Michel Melkert, Fanshaw College
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Complete Sections Solutions Manual ar
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e included (Section 1 to 9)
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** Immediate Download
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** Swift Response
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** All Chapters included
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, Table of Contents wl wl




Section 1: Automotive Technology................................................................................. 1-1
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Section 2: Engines. .......................................................................................................... 2-1
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Section 3: Electricity ....................................................................................................... 3-1
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Section 4: Engine Performance ....................................................................................... 4-1
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Section 5: Manual Transmissions and Transaxles .......................................................... 5-1
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Section 6: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles ..................................................... 6-1
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Section 7: Suspension and Steering Systems ................................................................. 7-1
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Section 8: Brakes ............................................................................................................. 8-1
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Section 9: Passenger Comfort ......................................................................................... 9-1
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CHAPTER 1 wl




Careers in the Automotive Industry
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CHAPTER OVERVIEW wl



This chapter examines the automotive industry today and points out the changes that are occurri
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ng. Professional service provided by a properly trained technician is critical because of the tech
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nology used in today’s vehicles. A detailed description is given of what it takes to be a profe
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ssional technician. Included are descriptions of career opportunities, job classifications, and th
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e various automotive education programs that are available in Canada. Automotive Service Te
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chnician Interprovincial Standards and ASE certification requirements are also provided.
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 Describe the reasons why today’s automotive industry is considered a global industry.
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 Explain how computer technology has changed the way vehicles are built and serviced.
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 Explain why the need for qualified automotive technicians is increasing.
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 Describe the major types of businesses that employ automotive technicians.
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 List some of the many job opportunities available to people with a background in automot
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ive technology.
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 Describe the different ways a student can gain work experience while attending classes.
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 Describe the requirements for Red Seal certification of automotive technicians.
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I. Servicing Today’s Vehicles wl wl


A. The Importance of Automotive Technicians
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B. The Need for Quality Service
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C. The Need for Ongoing Service
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1. Warranties
2. Increased Vehicle Age wl wl


Hint: Discuss the need for repairs as cars become older and what opportunities this
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need presents to a qualified technician.
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D. Career Opportunities wl


1. Dealerships
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3. Franchise Repair Shop wl wl


4. Store-Associated Shops wl


5. Fleet Service and Maintenance wl wl wl


Hint: Discuss career opportunities in all areas of automotive service.
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II. Job Classifications
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A. Service Technician wl




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B.
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C.
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D.
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E.
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F.
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Hint: Discuss the various automotive shop positions and how they each relate to the techni
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cians.
III. Related Career Opportunities wl wl


A. Parts Distribution wl


B. Marketing and Sales wl wl


C. Other Opportunities wl


IV. Training for a Career in Automotive Service wl wl wl wl wl wl


A. Student Work Experience wl wl


1. Job Shadowing Program wl wl


2. Mentoring Program wl


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4. Part-Time Employment wl


B. Canada’s Automotive Apprenticeship Program wl wl wl


C. The Need for Continuous Learning wl wl wl wl


V. ASE Certification wl


Hint: Introduce the various programs in your area that are available to students.
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WHAT ARE COMMON STUDENT MISCONCEPTIONS AND
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STUMBLING BLOCKS? wl




 Without experience, students will struggle with understanding how an automotive shop functions.
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 Possibly have a shop owner visit the class or arrange to take the students to observe a shop d
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uring operating hours.
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 To help students understand a shop’s different job classifications, place various students as the s
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hop foreman or service writer and have them arrange the ―workload‖ for the day’s shop activiti
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es.
 Have the students refer to the job classification section of the chapter as a reference for t
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hese assignments. Refer to pages 8-12 of Chapter 1 for reference.
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SHOP ACTIVITIES AND CASE STUDIES
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Here are some activities you can review in-
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class as a group, or ask students to complete individually or in pairs:
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1. Research a vehicle of your choice. Visit the manufacturer or dealership website. Make a list of
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all of the systems in that vehicle that are controlled by electronics. If you are unsure of system,
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include its name on the list and talk to your instructor about it.
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