The Hack Mechanic Guide to European Automotive Electrical Systems
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| Rating | : | 4.23 (994 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0837617510 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 424 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-02-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Each chapter covers a specific topic, but it's broken up with tons of illustrations, and sidebars designed to either offer deeper information, to provide a warning, or to deliver an analogy that can help you sort through your problem.It's complex enough to cover modern electrical issues, but also never assumes that you've done any electrical work or more accurately any electrical work correctly. They're super-useful, and you can get one for 10 bucks.Additional chapters cover ignition systems from points through electronic, reading wire diagrams, diagnosing pa
And you'll find detailed testing procedures for most problematic electrical components on your European car such as oxygen sensors, crankshaft and camshaft sensors, wheel speed sensors, fuel pumps, solenoids, and actuators. The principles discussed can be applied to most conventional internal-combustion-engined vehicles, with a focus on European cars spanning the past six decades.Drawing on The Hack Mechanic's wisdom and experience, the 38 chapters cover key electrical topics such as battery, starter, alternator, ignition, circuits, and relays. Essential tools such as multimeters (DVOM), oscillosopes, and scan tools are discussed, with special attention given to the automotive multimeter needed to troubleshoot many modern sensors.You'll get step-by-step troubleshooting procedures ranging from safely jump starting a battery to diagnosing parasitic current drain and vehicle energy diagnosis. Electrical issues in European cars can be intimidating. Through a practical and informal approach featuring hundreds of full-color illustrations, author Rob Siegel takes the fear-factor out of projects like making wire repairs, measuring voltage drops, or figuring out if you have a bad fuel pump relay. Not intended for hybrid or electric vehicles.. The Hack Mechanic Guide to European Automotive Electrical Systems shows you how to think about electricity in your car and then take on real-world electrical problems. Reading wiring diagrams an
"A Great Resource" according to Scott J. Stowell. I have always enjoyed working on my BMWs, but have always feared working with things I couldn't see nor understand namely electricity. Within an hour of reading the first chapter I was under the hood using a multimeter and understanding what I was doing. After an hour more of learning about circuits and the flow of electricity, I understood how relays and fuses worked and more importantly I could now start to diagnose why my auxiliary fan, temperature gauge, fuel gauge, sunroof, and rear windows in my BMW 6A Great Resource Scott J. Stowell I have always enjoyed working on my BMWs, but have always feared working with things I couldn't see nor understand namely electricity. Within an hour of reading the first chapter I was under the hood using a multimeter and understanding what I was doing. After an hour more of learning about circuits and the flow of electricity, I understood how relays and fuses worked and more importantly I could now start to diagnose why my auxiliary fan, temperature gauge, fuel gauge, sunroof, and rear windows in my BMW 645CSi Euro choo. 5CSi Euro choo. "Very informative and easy to use guide" according to John T. Being relatively hands-on in with most issues when it comes to my mid 90’s Very informative and easy to use guide Being relatively hands-on in with most issues when it comes to my mid 90’s 328i BMW, I have always steered clear of the multi-coloured plastic spaghetti nightmare I assumed the electric system to be. Having been burnt more than once with labour rates for what turned out to be relatively simple fixes (a corroded brake light fitting and a failed electric window switch) I decided to tackle future issues myself. Needing hand holding through even the most basic tasks (I once gave myself a massive shock when trying to pul. 28i BMW, I have always steered clear of the multi-coloured plastic spaghetti nightmare I assumed the electric system to be. Having been burnt more than once with labour rates for what turned out to be relatively simple fixes (a corroded brake light fitting and a failed electric window switch) I decided to tackle future issues myself. Needing hand holding through even the most basic tasks (I once gave myself a massive shock when trying to pul. "This book is easily the most comprehensive automotive electrical book I have seen" according to Daniel C.. This book is easily the most comprehensive automotive electrical book I have seen. If you are a DIY mechanic of any car, regardless of country of origin, this book will be helpful for you. However,you may find yourself making small involuntary sounds of delight if you own an old BMW with an M10 or MThis book is easily the most comprehensive automotive electrical book I have seen This book is easily the most comprehensive automotive electrical book I have seen. If you are a DIY mechanic of any car, regardless of country of origin, this book will be helpful for you. However,you may find yourself making small involuntary sounds of delight if you own an old BMW with an M10 or M30 under the hood. It succinctly explains electrical concepts in an easy to understand fashion and helps you use tools you may already own to their full potential. It also helps you sort out the truth from odd things your uncle. 0 under the hood. It succinctly explains electrical concepts in an easy to understand fashion and helps you use tools you may already own to their full potential. It also helps you sort out the truth from odd things your uncle