Chapter 1 Automotive basics
1.1 The history of automotive
1.2 Classification of automotives
1.3 Principal Components
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Chapter 2 Engine
2.1 Overview
2.2 Engine construction
2.3 The engine operation
2.4 Basic engine systems
2.5 Air induction System
2.6 Gasoline Fuel System
2.7 Engine Cooling
2.8 Engine Lubrication
2.9 Diesel engine
2.10 Emission Control
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Chapter 3 Power train
3.1 Overview
3.2 Clutch
3.3 Transmission
3.4 Propeller Shafts and Universal joint
3.5 Axle
3.6 All wheel drive and Trans{er Case
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Chapter 4 Braking systems
4.1 Overview
4.2 Basic Braking system
4.3 Anti-lock brake system
4.4 Traction Control System and Electronic Stability Program
4.5 Electro hydraulic braking
4.6 Electromechanical braking
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Chapter 5 Steering and Suspension
5.1 Steering system
5.2 Suspension system
5.3 Wheel and tires
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Chapter 6 Body Construction
6.1 Types of body structures
6.2 Configuration of frame
6.3 Heating�� ventilation and air conditioning
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Chapter 7 Electrical and Electronics
7.1 Overview
7.2 Basic components
7.3 Charging system
7.4 Starting system
7.5 Ignition system
7.6 Lighting system
7.7 Automotive Network
7.8 Supplemental Restraint System
7.9 Cruise Control system
7.10 Body Electrical and Electronic systems
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Chapter 8 Automobiles in the future
8.1 Overview
8.2 Alternative fuels
8.3 Electric vehicles
8.4 Hybrid electric vehicles
8.5 Fuel cell vehicles
8.6 X-by-wire Technology
8.7 PNGV
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Appendix A�� abbreviations/ acronyms
Appendix B�� Vocabulary Index
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