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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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 fi




Careers in the Automotive Industryfi fi fi fi




CHAPTER OVERVIEW fi



This chapter examines the automotive industry today and points out the changes that are occurring. Pr
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ofessional service provided by a properly trained technician is critical because of the technology use
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d in today’s vehicles. A detailed description is given of what it takes to be a professional technician
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. Included are descriptions of career opportunities, job classifications, and the various automotive e
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ducation programs that are available in Canada. Automotive Service Technician Interprovincial St
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andards 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 automotive t
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echnology.
 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 fi fi


A. The Importance of Automotive Technicians
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B. The Need for Quality Service fi fi fi fi


C. The Need for Ongoing Service fi fi fi fi


1. Warranties
2. Increased Vehicle Age fi fi


Hint: Discuss the need for repairs as cars become older and what opportunities this nee
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D. Career Opportunities fi


1. Dealerships
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3. Franchise Repair Shop fi fi


4. Store-Associated Shops fi


5. Fleet Service and Maintenance fi fi fi


Hint: Discuss career opportunities in all areas of automotive service.
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II. Job Classifications
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Shop Foreman B. fi


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Hint: Discuss the various automotive shop positions and how they each relate to the technicians
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III. Related Career Opportunities fi fi


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


A. Student Work Experience fi fi


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3. Cooperative Education fi


4. Part-Time Employment fi


B. Canada’s Automotive Apprenticeship Program fi fi fi


C. The Need for Continuous Learning fi fi fi fi


V. ASE Certification fi


Hint: Introduce the various programs in your area that are available to students.
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WHAT ARE COMMON STUDENT MISCONCEPTIONS AND S
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 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 during o
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 To help students understand a shop’s different job classifications, place various students as the shop f
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oreman or service writer and have them arrange the ―workload‖ for the day’s shop activities.
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 Have the students refer to the job classification section of the chapter as a reference for these a
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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 all of
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the systems in that vehicle that are controlled by electronics. If you are unsure of system, include its n
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ame on the list and talk to your instructor about it.
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