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Preface | ix | |
Acknowledgements | xi | |
Chapter 1 | Common Technology | 1 |
1.1 | Common technology | 1 |
1.2 | Engine-related systems | 2 |
1.3 | Ignition systems | 2 |
1.4 | Computer controlled petrol fuelling systems | 10 |
1.5 | Engine management systems (EMS) | 17 |
1.6 | Anti-lock braking (ABS) | 19 |
1.7 | Traction control | 22 |
1.8 | Stability control | 25 |
1.9 | Air conditioning | 27 |
1.10 | Computer controlled damping rate | 30 |
1.11 | Computer controlled diesel engine management systems | 30 |
1.12 | Summary | 38 |
1.13 | Review questions | 38 |
Chapter 2 | The Computer ECM | 40 |
2.1 | The fundamental parts of a computer | 40 |
2.2 | A practical automotive computer system | 41 |
2.3 | Principles of operation | 44 |
2.4 | Computer data | 45 |
2.5 | Computer interfaces | 46 |
2.6 | Control of output devices | 47 |
2.7 | Computer memories | 48 |
2.8 | Fault codes | 51 |
2.9 | Adaptive operating strategy of the ECM | 51 |
2.10 | Networking of computers | 52 |
2.11 | Vehicle network systems | 55 |
2.12 | Prototype network systems | 59 |
2.13 | Summary | 62 |
2.14 | Review questions | 63 |
Chapter 3 | Self-diagnosis and fault codes | 65 |
3.1 | Access to DTCs | 65 |
3.2 | Developments in self-diagnosis | 78 |
3.3 | Diagnostic equipment and limitations of DTCs | 81 |
3.4 | Review questions | 83 |
Chapter 4 | Diagnostic tools and equipment | 85 |
4.1 | Diagnostic tools that connect to the ECM | 85 |
4.2 | Breakout boxes | 94 |
4.3 | The digital multimeter | 95 |
4.4 | Portable flat screen oscilloscopes | 96 |
4.5 | Diagnostic tool and oscilloscope combined | 97 |
4.6 | Pressure gauges | 99 |
4.7 | Calibrating test instruments | 103 |
4.8 | Location charts and wiring diagrams | 103 |
4.9 | Sources of diagnostic data | 103 |
4.10 | Exhaust gas emissions and emission system testing | 105 |
4.11 | Review questions | 110 |
Chapter 5 | Sensors | 112 |
5.1 | Electromagnetic sensors | 112 |
5.2 | Optical sensors | 118 |
5.3 | Combustion knock sensors | 119 |
5.4 | Variable resistance type sensors | 121 |
5.5 | Temperature sensors | 125 |
5.6 | Ride height control sensor | 125 |
5.7 | Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) | 126 |
5.8 | Exhaust gas oxygen sensors | 130 |
5.9 | Air flow measurement | 138 |
5.10 | The practical importance of sensor knowledge | 144 |
5.11 | Review questions | 144 |
Chapter 6 | Actuators | 146 |
6.1 | Actuator operation | 146 |
6.2 | Petrol engine fuel injectors | 147 |
6.3 | Testing of petrol injectors | 149 |
6.4 | Exhaust gas recirculation | 154 |
6.5 | Petrol engine idle speed control | 155 |
6.6 | Ignition system | 161 |
6.7 | ABS actuators | 161 |
6.8 | A clamping diode | 162 |
6.9 | Electronic unit injectors | 163 |
6.10 | Review questions | 165 |
Chapter 7 | Diagnostic techniques | 168 |
7.1 | Circuit testing | 168 |
7.2 | Vehicle specific details | 172 |
7.3 | The 'six-steps' approach | 173 |
7.4 | Skills required for effective diagnosis | 174 |
7.5 | An approach to fault finding | 175 |
7.6 | Emissions related testing | 179 |
7.7 | Ignition system tests | 198 |
7.8 | Diesel injection | 200 |
7.9 | Sensor tests on other systems | 202 |
7.10 | Intermittent faults | 207 |
7.11 | Summary | 209 |
7.12 | Review questions | 210 |
Chapter 8 | Additional technology | 212 |
8.1 | Partial and absolute pressures | 212 |
8.2 | The piezoelectric effect | 213 |
8.3 | Liquid crystal displays | 214 |
8.4 | Countering cross-talk | 216 |
8.5 | Logic devices | 216 |
8.6 | OBD II | 223 |
8.7 | Computer performance (MIPS) | 227 |
8.8 | Supplementary restraint systems (SRS) | 227 |
8.9 | The coded ignition key | 231 |
8.10 | Fault tracing | 232 |
8.11 | Precautions when working with computer controlled systems | 233 |
8.12 | Variable capacitance sensor | 233 |
8.13 | Optoelectronics | 233 |
8.14 | Review questions | 235 |
Appendix | ||
A.1 | Companies who supply equipment and diagnostic data | 237 |
A.2 | Answers to review questions | 237 |
A.3 | OBD II standard fault codes | 238 |
Index | 249 |
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