Manual Drivetrains and Axles

Manual Drivetrains and Axles, 8/e, provides a complete, state-of-the-art source on the operating principles, as well as the service and repair procedures, for manual drivetrains and axles, and includes the practical skills that students must master to be successful in the industry. The book focuses on the generic theory that underlies the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the units and subassemblies found in the many makes and types of vehicles students will likely encounter in their careers. Formatted to appeal to today's technical trade students, Halderman uses helpful tips and visuals to bring concepts to life and guide students through the procedures they'll use on the job.

This book is part of the Pearson Automotive Professional Technician Series, which provides full-color, media-integrated solutions for today’s students and instructors covering all eight areas of ASE certification, plus additional titles covering common courses. Peer reviewed for technical accuracy, the series and the books in it represent the future of automotive textbooks. 

Jim Halderman brings a world of experience, knowledge, and talent to his work. His automotive service experience includes working as a flat-rate technician, a business owner, and a professor of automotive technology at a leading U.S. community college for more than 20 years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio Northern University and a Master’s degree in Education from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Jim also holds a U.S. Patent for an electronic transmission control device. He is an ASE certified Master Automotive Technician and is also Advanced Engine Performance (L1) ASE certified. Jim is the author of many automotive textbooks, all published by Pearson Education. Jim has presented numerous technical seminars to national audiences, including the California Automotive Teachers (CAT) and the Illinois College Automotive Instructor Association (ICAIA). He is also a member and presenter at the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT). Jim was also named Regional Teacher of the Year by General Motors Corporation and a member of the advisory committee for the department of technology at Ohio Northern University.

Chapter 1 Service Information, Tools, and Safety 1

Chapter 2 Environmental and Hazardous Materials 39

Chapter 3 Introduction to Drivetrains 52

Chapter 4 Clutch Parts and Operation 69

Chapter 5 Clutch Diagnosis and Service 85

Chapter 6 Manual Transmissions Parts and Operation 105

Chapter 7 Manual Transaxle Parts and Operation 124

Chapter 8 Manual Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service 132

Chapter 9 Drive Shafts and CV Joints 162

Chapter 10 Drive Axle Shaft and CV Joint Service 174

Chapter 11 Wheel Bearings and Service 190

Chapter 12 Drive Axles and Differentials 210

Chapter 13 Drive Axle and Differential Diagnosis and Service 226

Chapter 14 Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics 255

Chapter 15 Four-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive 281

Chapter 16 Four-Wheel Drive Diagnosis and Service 304

Chapter 17 Vibration and Noise Diagnosis and Correction 320

Appendix 1 Sample ASE-Type Certification Test 335

Appendix 2 2013 NATEF Correlation Chart 339

Glossary 342

Index 349