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Copyright © 2025 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Education • 1 Lake Street, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458

9th Edition

46 Chapters

701 total pages

Size: 8.5” x 10.6” x 1.5”

Weight: 3.5 lbs

Book ISBN: 9780138176884

eBook ISBN: 9780138177041

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Table of Contents

Ch1: Service Information, Tools, and Safety

Ch2: Environmental and Hazardous Materials

Ch3: Electrical Fundamentals

Ch4: Electrical Circuits and Ohm’s Law

Ch5: Series, Parallel, and Series-Paralles Circuits

Ch6: Circuit Testers and Digital Meters

Ch7: Oscilloscopes and Graphing Multimeters

Ch8: Automotive Wiring and Wire Repair

Ch9: Wiring Schematics and Circuit Testers

Ch10: Capacitance and Capacitors

Ch11: Magnetism and Electromagnetism

Ch12: Electronic Fundamentals

Ch13: Computer Fundamentals

Ch14: CAN and Network Communications

Ch15: Batteries

Ch16: Battery Testing and Service

Ch17: Cranking System

Ch18: Cranking System Diagnosis and Service

Ch19: Charging System

Ch20: Charging System Diagnosis and Service

Ch21: Lighting and Signaling Circuits

Ch22: Driver Information and Navigation Systems

Ch23: Safety, Comfort, and Convenience Systems

Ch24: Air Management System

Ch25: Immobilizer Systems

Ch26: Airbag and Pretensioner Circuits

Ch27: Audio System Operation and Diagnosis

Ch28: Gasoline, Alternative Fuels, and Diesel Fuels

Ch29: Ignition System Components and Operation

Ch30: Ignition System Diagnosis and Service

Ch31: Temperature Sensors

Ch32: Throttle Position (TP) Sensors

Ch33: MAP/BARO Sensors

Ch34: Mass Air Flow Sensors

Ch35: Oxygen Sensors

Ch36: Fuel Pumps, Lines, and Filters

Ch37: Fuel-Injection Components and Operation

Ch38: Gasoline Direct-Injection Systems

Ch39: Electronic Throttle Control Systems

Ch40: Fuel-Injection System Diagnosis and Service

Ch41: Vehicle Emission Standards and Testing

Ch42: Emission Control Devices Operation and Diagnosis

Ch43: Onboard Diagnosis

Ch44: Scan Tools and Engine Performance Diagnosis

Ch45: Hybrid Safety and Service Procedures

Ch46: Fuel Cells and Advanced Technologies

Chapter 1 – Service Information, Tools, and Safety (page 1)

PowerPoints – The PowerPoints are large files.

Chapter PowerPoint

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Crossword Puzzle

Crossword Answer Key

 

Word Search Puzzle

Word Search Answer Key

Fire Extinguisher – Microsoft Word

Fire Extinguisher – PDF

Vehicle Hoisting – Microsoft Word

Vehicle Hoisting – PDF

Safety Check – Microsoft Word

Safety Check – PDF

Work Order – Microsoft Word

Work Order – PDF

Vehicle Service Information – Microsoft Word

Vehicle Service Information – PDF

Vehicle Service History – Microsoft Word

Vehicle Service History – PDF

Technical Service Bulletins – Microsoft Word

Technical Service Bulletins – PDF

VIN Code – Microsoft Word

VIN Code – PDF

Vehicle Safety Certification Label – Microsoft Word

Vehicle Safety Certification Label – PDF

High-Voltage Circuits Identification – Microsoft Word

High-Voltage Circuits Identification – PDF

Hybrid High-Voltage Disconnect – Microsoft Word

Hybrid High-Voltage Disconnect – PDF

Temporary Disabling of an Airbag – Microsoft Word

Temporary Disabling of an Airbag – PDF

Lesson Plan – Microsoft Word

Lesson Plan – PDF

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A0: Vehicle Service Information, Identification, and Routine Maintenance

Cabin Filter

Complete Work Order Customer Copy  

Complete Work Order Estimate  

Complete Work Order Technician Copy  

Complete Work Order Total Cost  

Eight Step Diagnostic Procedure 

Muffler

Oil Filter

Vehicle Damage Inspection

Vehicle Identification Numbers 

Vehicle Terms

Warning Lights - Air Bag 

Warning Lights - Brake Light Bulb Failure 

Warning Lights - Charging System 

Warning Lights - Cooling System 

Warning Lights - Cruise Control 

Warning Lights - Door Ajar 

Warning Lights - Electronic Stability Control 

Warning Lights - Low Fuel 

Warning Lights - Low Traction 

Warning Lights - Seat Belt 

Warning Lights - Tire Pressure 

Warning Lights - Water in Fuel 

Warning Lights - Wiper Fluid Low 

Warning Lights - Worn Brake Pads 

A0: Tools, Shop Equipment, and Measuring

6 and 12 Point Wrench

Bolt Size 

Bolt Threads 

Bolt Torque & Stretch

Channel Lock Pliers 

Diagonal-Cutting Pliers

Dial Indicator With Gear 

Floor Jack 

Gear Wrench 

Hydraulic Press 

Installing a Thread Insert 

Lineman's Pliers 

Measuring Thread Pitch 

Micrometer 

Open End Wrench 

Reading a Ruler, Inch 

Reading a Ruler, Metric 

Screwdriver Selection 

Seal Driver 

Slip Joint Pliers 

Snap Ring Pliers 

Symmetrical and Asymmetrical Lifts

Torque Tighten to Specifications

Torque to Angle 

Torque to Yield

Torquing Cylinder Head Bolts - Step 1

Torquing Cylinder Head Bolts - Step 2 

Torquing Cylinder Head Bolts - Step 3 

Vehicle Lifting 

Vernier Caliper Zero Error Check

Vernier Dial Caliper 

Vise Grips 

A0: Safety, Environmental, and Health Concerns

Evacuation Routes 

Shop Safety Creepers

Shop Safety Spontaneous Combustion

 

 

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A0: Vehicle Service Information, Identification, and Routine Maintenance

Owner's Manuals (Time 9:20) (2019) (Best)

Seven Senses and Writing Effective Repair Orders (Time 4:18) (2019) (Better)

Vehicle Maintenance 101 | The Top 5 Most Important Vehicle Maintenance Routines (Time 8:19) (2023) (Best)

What Is My Vehicle's VIN Number and Where Do I Find It? (Time 2:00) (2018) (Best)

What Does Your VIN Number Tell You? (Time 6:35) (2023) (Best)

What is Vehicle Identification Number? VIN Explained (Time 5:01) (2023) (Best)

Where to get information for a vehicle you plan on working on (Time 19:46) (2018) (Better)

A0: Tools, Shop Equipment, and Measuring

Automotive Lift Safety, Maintenance, and Training (Time 3:58) (2020) (Best)

Automotive Tools For Beginners (Time 14:18) (2018) (Better)

Broken LS Exhaust Bolt Removal (Time 13:55) (2021) (Better)

Dealing with Broken Bolts (Time 4:35) (2020) (Better)

Explaining Difference Between Asymmetric & Symmetric Lifts (Time 3:04) (2014) (Better)

How to Jack Up and Support Your Vehicle (Time 2:59) (2018) (Best)

How to Locate Safe Jacking Points (Time 2:20) (2018) (Best)

How to Properly Lift a Car On 4 Jack Stands (Time 7:08) (2019) (Better)

How to Raise & Support (Time 2:52) (2016) (Better)

How to Use a 2-Post Lift (Time 2:18) (2019) (Best)

How to Use a Scissor Jack to Raise Your Car, Truck, or SUV (Time 5:07) (2020) (Best)

Precision Measurement Tools Operation and Use (Time 6:52) (2020) (Better)

Where to Lift Jack Up and Support (Time 4:24) (2016) (Better)

A0: Tools, Shop Equipment, and Measuring

Automotive Lift Safety, Maintenance, and Training (Time 3:58) (2020) (Best)

Automotive Tools For Beginners (Time 14:18) (2018) (Better)

Broken LS Exhaust Bolt Removal (Time 13:55) (2021) (Better)

Dealing with Broken Bolts (Time 4:35) (2020) (Better)

Explaining Difference Between Asymmetric & Symmetric Lifts (Time 3:04) (2014) (Better)

How to Jack Up and Support Your Vehicle (Time 2:59) (2018) (Best)

How to Locate Safe Jacking Points (Time 2:20) (2018) (Best)

How to Properly Lift a Car On 4 Jack Stands (Time 7:08) (2019) (Better)

How to Raise & Support (Time 2:52) (2016) (Better)

How to Use a 2-Post Lift (Time 2:18) (2019) (Best)

How to Use a Scissor Jack to Raise Your Car, Truck, or SUV (Time 5:07) (2020) (Best)

Precision Measurement Tools Operation and Use (Time 6:52) (2020) (Better)

Where to Lift Jack Up and Support (Time 4:24) (2016) (Better)

Schematics include an animated version to help illustrate the subject.

 

                    Engine Performance (A8)

2-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

3-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

4-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

AIR-EGR Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

APP Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Battery Current Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Cam and Crank Sensors

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Current Track

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Direct Injection CKT

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Electronic Throttle Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Evaporative Emissions

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ford PCM Controlled Generator

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Generator Control Module

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Hall Sensor APP

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Load Response Control Alternator

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Pressure and Temperature Sensors

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Solid State Fan

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Starter

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Waste Spark

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

                    Electrical Systems (A6)

ACC Port

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Autoview Module

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Backup Camera

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Battery Current Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

CAN Bus

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Exterior Lights

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Forward Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ground Circuit

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ground Distribution

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

HID Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Interior Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Light Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Low Beam PCB Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Power Distribution

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Power Seat

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Remote Mirror

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Rheostat

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Simple Voltage Drop

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Turn Signal

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Turn Signal Switch

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

                    Additional Electrical Systems (A6) Schematics

ACC Port

Schematic Illustration

Active Grille Shutter

Schematic Illustration

Adaptive Headlights

Schematic Illustration

Autoview Module

Schematic Illustration

Back Up Camera

Schematic Illustration

CKP Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Complete Vehicle Schematic

Schematic Illustration

Cruse Lights

Schematic Illustration

Dash Gauges

Schematic Illustration

Exterior Lights

Schematic Illustration

Ground Circuit

Schematic Illustration

Headlights

Schematic Illustration

High Low Beams

Schematic Illustration

Interior Lights

Schematic Illustration

J 1939 Network

Schematic Illustration

Lights and Ignition

Schematic Illustration

Lights and Ignition (With Notes)

Schematic Illustration

Power Seats

Schematic Illustration

Remote Mirror

Schematic Illustration

Rheostat

Schematic Illustration

Simple Voltage Drop

Schematic Illustration

Stop Lights

Schematic Illustration

Turn Signals

Schematic Illustration

Turn Signal Switch

Schematic Illustration

Warning Lights

Schematic Illustration

Wiper Washer Switch

Schematic Illustration

There are three different types of quizzes. Multiple Choice, Short Answer and Matching. All quizzes are in PDF format and may be downloaded below.

Multiple Choice A – with answer key

Multiple Choice B – with answer key

Short Answer

Matching

Chapter 2 – Environmental and Hazardous Materials (page 39)

PowerPoints – The PowerPoints are large files.

Chapter PowerPoint

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Crossword Puzzle

Crossword Answer Key

 

Word Search Puzzle

Word Search Answer Key

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – Microsoft Word

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – PDF

Lesson Plan – Microsoft Word

Lesson Plan – PDF

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A0: Safety, Environmental, and Health Concerns

Evacuation Routes 

Shop Safety Creepers

Shop Safety Spontaneous Combustion

  • Videos are shared from Youtube
  • Play by selecting a title below
  • If you find a broken video link, please notify us of the issue
  • Video resources are categorized and designed to be a comprehensive listing based on ASE content area

A0: Safety, Environmental, and Health Concerns

Auto Shop Safety (Time 30:01) (2018) (Better)

Automotive Repair Safety (Time 11:15) (2016) (Better)

Automotive Repair Shop - Safety Tips (Time 11:15) (2016) (Better)

Garage and Shop Safety Basics (Time 7:18) (2023) (Best)

Hazard Communication Training for Automotive (Time 21:24) (2021) (Better)

How to safely use a two post hoist in an automotive shop (Time 24:02) (2021) (Best)

The Mighty Minute - Ep. #42: Automotive Lift Safety, Maintenance, and Training (Time 3:58) (2021) (Best)

 

Schematics include an animated version to help illustrate the subject.

 

                    Engine Performance (A8)

2-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

3-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

4-Wire Coil-On-Plug

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

AIR-EGR Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

APP Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Battery Current Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Cam and Crank Sensors

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Current Track

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Direct Injection CKT

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Electronic Throttle Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Evaporative Emissions

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ford PCM Controlled Generator

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Generator Control Module

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Hall Sensor APP

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Load Response Control Alternator

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Pressure and Temperature Sensors

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Solid State Fan

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Starter

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Waste Spark

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

                    Electrical Systems (A6)

ACC Port

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Autoview Module

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Backup Camera

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Battery Current Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

CAN Bus

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Exterior Lights

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Forward Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ground Circuit

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Ground Distribution

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

HID Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Interior Lighting

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Light Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Low Beam PCB Control

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Power Distribution

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Power Seat

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Remote Mirror

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Rheostat

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Simple Voltage Drop

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Turn Signal

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

Turn Signal Switch

Schematic Illustration

Schematic Animation

Schematic Animation with Captions

                    Additional Electrical Systems (A6) Schematics

ACC Port

Schematic Illustration

Active Grille Shutter

Schematic Illustration

Adaptive Headlights

Schematic Illustration

Autoview Module

Schematic Illustration

Back Up Camera

Schematic Illustration

CKP Sensor

Schematic Illustration

Complete Vehicle Schematic

Schematic Illustration

Cruse Lights

Schematic Illustration

Dash Gauges

Schematic Illustration

Exterior Lights

Schematic Illustration

Ground Circuit

Schematic Illustration

Headlights

Schematic Illustration

High Low Beams

Schematic Illustration

Interior Lights

Schematic Illustration

J 1939 Network

Schematic Illustration

Lights and Ignition

Schematic Illustration

Lights and Ignition (With Notes)

Schematic Illustration

Power Seats

Schematic Illustration

Remote Mirror

Schematic Illustration

Rheostat

Schematic Illustration

Simple Voltage Drop

Schematic Illustration

Stop Lights

Schematic Illustration

Turn Signals

Schematic Illustration

Turn Signal Switch

Schematic Illustration

Warning Lights

Schematic Illustration

Wiper Washer Switch

Schematic Illustration

There are three different types of quizzes. Multiple Choice, Short Answer and Matching. All quizzes are in PDF format and may be downloaded below.

Multiple Choice A – with answer key

Multiple Choice B – with answer key

Short Answer

Matching

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