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Solution Manual For Automotive Technology, A Systems Approach, 4th Canadian Edition by Erjavec, All 1-55 Chapters Covered ,Latest Edition, ISBN:9780176796174

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Instructor’s Manual z




to accompany
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Michel Melkert, Fanshaw College
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Complete Sections Solutions Manual are
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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 z z




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 z




Careers in the Automotive Industry z z z z




CHAPTER OVERVIEW z



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 used
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in today’s vehicles. A detailed description is given of what it takes to be a professional technician. Inc
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luded are descriptions of career opportunities, job classifications, and the various automotive educati
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on programs that are available in Canada. Automotive Service Technician Interprovincial Standards
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and ASE certification requirements are also provided.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES z




 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 tec
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hnology.
 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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INSTRUCTIONAL OUTLINE WITH TEACHING HINTS z z z z



I. Servicing Today’s Vehicles z z


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


C. The Need for Ongoing Service z z z z


1. Warranties
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Hint: Discuss the need for repairs as cars become older and what opportunities this need
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presents to a qualified technician. z z z z


D. Career Opportunities z


1. Dealerships
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3. Franchise Repair Shop z z


4. Store-Associated Shops z


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Hint: Discuss career opportunities in all areas of automotive service.
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II. Job Classifications z


A. Service Technician z




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F.
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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 z z


A. Parts Distribution z


B. Marketing and Sales z z


C. Other Opportunities z


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


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2. Mentoring Program z


3. Cooperative Education z


4. Part-Time Employment z


B. Canada’s Automotive Apprenticeship Program z z z


C. The Need for Continuous Learning z z z z


V. ASE Certification z


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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TUMBLING BLOCKS? z




 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 ope
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rating hours. z


 To help students understand a shop’s different job classifications, place various students as the shop for
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eman 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 ass
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ignments. 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 all of th
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e systems in that vehicle that are controlled by electronics. If you are unsure of system, include its name
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on the list and talk to your instructor about it.
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