Auto Brakes Technology

by Johanson, Chris

• ISBN13: 9781566377041
• ISBN10: 1566377048
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-01-01
• Publisher: Goodheart-Willcox Pub

Summary

Textbook providing the reader with a full understanding of the brake systems used on modern vehicles. Covers all of the areas needed to become ASE certified and has a section of questions to prepare the reader for the test as well as other examples and questions to help the reader retain all of the material. Softcover. DLC: Automotive brakes.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Brake Systems	9	(23)
Purpose of the Brake System	10	(1)
Evolution of the Brake System	10	(2)
Modern Automotive Brake Parts	12	(7)
Automotive Brake Operation	19	(4)
Shop Safety and Environmental Protection	23	(10)
Causes of Accidents	24	(1)
Personal Safety Equipment	24	(1)
The Danger of Brake Dust	24	(1)
Kinds of Accidents	25	(5)
Preventing Environmental Damage	30	(3)
Brake Tools, Shop Equipment, and Service Information	33	(28)
The Importance of Quality Tools	34	(1)
Basic Brake Hand Tools	34	(3)
Brake System Measuring Tools	37	(3)
Specialized Brake Tools	40	(2)
Electrical and Electronic Testers	42	(5)
Brake System Cleaning Tools	47	(2)
Brake Service Equipment	49	(3)
Care of Tools	52	(1)
Service Information	52	(4)
Computerized Assistance	56	(5)
Hydraulic System Fundamentals	61	(10)
The Basics of Hydraulic Systems	62	(1)
A Simple Brake Hydraulic System	63	(2)
Basic Anti-Lock Brake Hydraulics	65	(1)
Brake Fluid	66	(5)
Master Cylinders, Calipers, and Wheel Cylinders	71	(20)
Overall Hydraulic System	72	(1)
Brake Pedal Linkage	72	(1)
Master Cylinder	72	(8)
Quick Take-up Master Cylinder	80	(2)
Disc Brake Calipers	82	(2)
Wheel Cylinders	84	(7)
Master Cylinder, Caliper, and Wheel Cylinder Service	91	(20)
Master Cylinder Service	92	(5)
Caliper Service	97	(4)
Wheel Cylinder Service	101	(4)
Bleeding the Brakes	105	(2)
Brake Flushing	107	(4)
Power Assist Units	111	(18)
The Need for Power Assist Units	112	(1)
Vacuum Power Assist Units	112	(8)
Hydraulic Power Assist Units	120	(3)
Powermaster	123	(6)
Power Assist Unit Service	129	(22)
Repair or Replace?	130	(1)
Vacuum Power Assist Service	130	(8)
Hydro-boost Service	138	(5)
Powermaster Service	143	(8)
Hydraulic Valves, Switches, Lines, and Hoses	151	(14)
Pressure Control Valves and Switches	152	(6)
Brake Lines and Hoses	158	(7)
Hydraulic Valve, Switch, Line, and Hose Service	165	(14)
Hydraulic Valve Service	166	(4)
Electrical Switch Service	170	(1)
Removing and Replacing Valves and Switches	171	(1)
Brake Line, Hose, and Fitting Service	172	(7)
Friction Brake Theory	179	(12)
What is Friction?	180	(1)
Vehicle Momentum	180	(1)
Putting Friction to Work	181	(1)
Factors Affecting Friction Development	182	(1)
Heat Removal	183	(1)
Other Factors Affecting Braking	184	(1)
Friction Members	185	(6)
Disc Brake System Components and Operation	191	(18)
Disc Brake Rotor	192	(3)
Front Disc Brake Caliper	195	(7)
Rear Disc Brake Caliper	202	(1)
Disc Brake Pads	203	(6)
Disc Brake Service	209	(22)
Common Disk Brake Problems	210	(1)
Caliper and Pad Service	210	(8)
Rotor Service	218	(9)
Final System Check and Road Test	227	(4)
Drum Brake System Components and Operation	231	(22)
Drum Brake Components	232	(15)
Drum Brake Operation	247	(6)
Drum Brake Service	253	(22)
Common Drum Brake Problems	254	(1)
Brake Component Inspection	255	(6)
Shoe and Hardware Service	261	(5)
Machining Drums	266	(3)
Brake Drum Installation	269	(3)
Road Testing	272	(3)
Wheel Bearings and Oil Seals	275	(14)
Hubs, Axles, and Wheel Bearings	276	(2)
Wheel Bearing Design Factors	278	(6)
Oil Seals	284	(1)
Gaskets and O-Rings	284	(5)
Wheel Bearing and Oil Seal Service	289	(24)
Common Wheel Bearing Defects	290	(1)
Wheel Bearing Problem Diagnosis	290	(1)
Tapered Roller Bearing Service	291	(6)
Ball and Straight Roller Wheel Bearings Replacement	297	(9)
Seal, Gasket, and O-Ring Service	306	(2)
Replacing Wheel Studs	308	(5)
Parking Brakes	313	(16)
Parking Brake Function	314	(1)
Parking Brake Linkage	314	(7)
Parking Brakes Types	321	(8)
Parking Brake Service	329	(16)
Parking Brake Problems	330	(1)
Diagnosing Parking Brake Problems	330	(3)
Adjusting Parking Brakes	333	(2)
Replacing Parking Brake Linkage and Cables	335	(10)
Brake System Electrical and Electronic Components	345	(24)
Electrical Basics	346	(4)
Vehicle Wiring and Components	350	(5)
Brake Light Electrical Diagnosis	355	(5)
Electromagnetism	360	(3)
Vehicle Computers	363	(6)
Anti-Lock Brake and Traction Control System Components and Operation	369	(32)
Tire Slip	370	(1)
Purpose of Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Systems	370	(1)
Purpose of Traction Control Systems (TCS)	371	(1)
Proper Use of ABS and TCS Systems	372	(1)
Types of ABS/TCS Systems	373	(1)
ABS and TCS System Components	374	(14)
System Operation	388	(3)
Manufacturers of Anti-Lock Brake and Traction Control Systems	391	(10)
Anti-Lock Brake and Traction Control System Service	401	(30)
Working on ABS and TCS Systems	402	(1)
Preparing to Diagnose ABS and TCS Problems	403	(3)
Visual Inspection	406	(1)
ABS and TCS System Diagnosis	407	(13)
Replacing ABS and TCS System Parts	420	(3)
Servicing Hydraulic Actuator Assemblies	423	(3)
Bleeding The System	426	(5)
Troubleshooting Brake Systems	431	(16)
Strategy-Based Diagnostics	432	(1)
The Seven-Step Troubleshooting Procedure	432	(1)
Determine the Exact Problem	432	(4)
Check for Obvious Problems	436	(1)
Determine Which System is Causing the Problem	436	(2)
Eliminate Other Causes of the Problem	438	(1)
Recheck the Cause of the Problem	438	(2)
Correct the Defect	440	(1)
Recheck System Operation	440	(1)
Follow-up	440	(1)
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness	441	(6)
ASE Certification	447	(12)
Reasons for ASE Tests	448	(1)
Applying for the ASE Tests	448	(2)
Preparing for ASE Tests	450	(1)
Taking the ASE Tests	450	(1)
Types of ASE Test Questions	450	(5)
Test Results	455	(1)
Recertification Tests	455	(4)
Career Preparation	459	(10)
Automotive Servicing	460	(1)
Levels of Automotive Service Positions	460	(1)
Types of Auto Service Facilities	461	(2)
Other Opportunities in the Auto Service Industry	463	(1)
Getting a Job	464	(5)
Appendix A: Diagnostic Charts	469	(14)
Useful Tables	483	(3)
Acknowledgments	486	(1)
Glossary	487	(10)
Index	497