Copyright © 2018 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Education • 1 Lake Street, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458
7th Edition
17 Chapters
312 total pages
Size: 8.5” x 10.6” x .7”
Weight: 1.3 lbs
Book ISBN: 9780134616797
Printed Task Sheets ISBN: 9780134616926
eBook ISBN: 9780134616858
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Table of Contents
Ch1: Introduction to Drivetrains
Ch2: Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filters, and Coolers
Ch3: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Hydraulic System
Ch4: Hydraulic Control Valves and Solenoids
Ch5: Torque Converters
Ch6: Power Flow Through Transmission Gear Sets
Ch7: Clutches and Bands
Ch8: Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics
Ch9: Electronic Transmission Controls
Ch10: Hybrid Electric Vehicle Transmissions and Transaxles
Ch11: Continuously Variable Transmissions
Ch12: Dual Clutch Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
Ch13: Tranmission Condition Diagnosis
Ch14: In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Service
Ch15: Transmission/Transaxle Removal and Disassembly
Ch16: Valve Body Service
Ch17: Transmission/Transaxle Assembly and Installation
Chapter 1 – Introduction to Drivetrains (page 1)
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A2: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
2-3 Shift Valve, Coast Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Full Throttle Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Light Throttle Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Light Throttle Upshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Wide Open Throttle Upshift
7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission
Auto Transmission Band & Servo Operation
Auto Transmission Clutch Operation
Check Fluid Level, No Dipstick
Dual Clutch Transmission Hydraulic & Electronic Control
Electronic/Hydraulic Shift Control
Hydraulic Controlled Manual Shifts
IVT - Spherical Traction Drive
Power Flow, Allison 1000, 5-Speed
Power Flow, Lepelletier Six-Speed
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #1
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #2
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #3
Power Flow, Ravigneaux Four-Speed
Power Flow, Simpson Geartrain + Overdrive
Power Flow, Two-Mode Hybrid Transmission
Simple Electronic Controlled Shifts
Start/Stop Fluid Pressure Accumulator
Transmission Pressure Test Electronic Controls
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- Video resources are categorized and designed to be a comprehensive listing based on ASE content area
A2: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
All About The ZF9HP 9 Speed Automatic Transmission (Time 10:15) (2015) (Best)
Animation How Crescent Gear Pump Works.(2013) (Better)
Automatic Transmission How It Works (Time 7:35) (2016) (Best)
Automatic Transmission: Stall Testing (2018) (Better)
Basic Auto Trans Oil Pump Operation (Time 10:14) (2020) (Better)
Change Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter - Haynes Shows You How (Time 3:27) (2019) (Best)
Chrysler Automatic Transmission Fluid - ATF History Part Four (Time 45:32) (2019) (Best)
Converter Lock-Up Test (Time 0:47) (2011) (Better)
Correct Transmission Fluid For Your Car (Time 3:13) (2012) (Best)
Dog Clutch Demo ZF9HP 9-Speed Transaxle Operation - Part 1 of 2 (Time 11:56) (2015) (Best)
DSG Gearbox Diagnosed Explained Fixed (Time 30:33) (2020) (Best)
DSG Transmission Explained (Time 10:16) (2015) (Better/Best)
Dual-Clutch Transmission: 2020 Corvette: (2:11) (2019) (Better/Best)
F-150 10-Speed Transmission Fluid Level Check (Time 3:07) (2020) (Best)
Flywheel Vs Flex Plate (2:32) (2018) (Best)
Ford Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF History Part 3 (Time 49:21) (2019) (Best)
Gear Train Inspection (Time 9:51) (2013) (Better)
GM Automatic Transmission Fluid - ATF History Part 2 (Time 1:28:26) (2018) (Best)
Harsh Shifting (Time 4:04) (2013) (Better)
Honda AT5 Automatic Transaxle (43:25) (2015) (Best)
How an Automatic Transmission Works (FWD) (2017) (Better)
How Automatic Transmissions Work (Animation) (Time 2:44) (2014) (Best)
How Automatic Transmissions Work? Diagnosis, Prevention and Repair? (Time 14:35) (2018) (Best)
How Does a Torque Converter Work? (Time 19:58) (2013) (Better)
How Does The Torque Converter In The Automatic Transmission Work? (Time 7:10) (2019) (Best)
How to Check and Add Transmission Fluid (Time 2:42) (2015) (Best)
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid (Time 3:25) (2019) (Better)
How to Diagnose a Bad TCM Transmission Control Module 2008 Saturn Aura (Time 9:05) (2018) (Better)
How to Diagnose a Transmission Problem (Time 13:13) (2018) (Better)
How to Perform a Stall Test (Time 10:41) (2021) (Best)
How Torque Converters Work (Animation) (Time 4:24) (2014) (Best)
Incorrect Gear Ratio Transmission Slipping Whining Codes (Time 2:28) (2020) (Better)
Internal Gear Pump Crescent Pump (Time 2:47) (2020) (Best)
Kia 7 Speed Double Clutch Transmission (Time 4:32) (2016) (Best)
Line Pressure Test | Monster Transmission (Time 3:12) (2016) (Best)
Nine Speed Auto (Time 2:47) (2011) (Better)
P0715 P0716 P0717 P0718 Diagnostic Code (Time 1:09) (2021) (Better)
Pascal's Law (Time 5:19) (2020) (Best)
Planetary Gear Set (Time 0:10) (2011) (Better)
Planetary Gear Set (Time 4:16) (2011) (Better)
Planetary Gear Set Operation - AUSV 2520 (Time 51:42) (2015) (Best)
Power Flow (Time 10:06) (2010) (Better)
Power Flow ZF9Hp 9-Speed Transaxle Operation Part 2 of 2 (Time 45:17) (2015) (Best)
Powertrain of Automobile Explained (Time 4:20) (2012) (Better)
Pressure and Stall Test (Time 14:34) (2013) (Better)
Puddle Under Your Car or Truck? How to Diagnose Transmission Leaks (Time 9:35) (2020) (Best)
Ravigneaux Compound Planetary Gear Set(2011) (Better)
Selecting Transmission Fluid (Time 5:37) (2013) (Better)
Simpson Planetary (Time 6:48) (2012) (Better)
Simpson Type 1 Geartrain Power Flow Time ( Time 24:47) (2015) (Better)
The Basic Parts of an Automatic Transmission (Part 1) (Time 28:13) (2013) (Better)
The Basic Parts of an Automatic Transmission (Part 2) (Time 27:29) (2013) (Better)
The History of Automatic Transmission Fluids (ATF): Part 1 Introduction (Time 8:38) (2018) (Best)
Torque Converter (Time 0:30) (2013) (Better)
Torque Converter (Time 2:21) (2011) (Better/Best)
Torque Converter How Does It Work(2018) (Best)
Torque Converter Operation and Components AUSV 2520 (Time 41:54) (2013) (Best)
Torque Converter Selection - How to Choose The Correct Torque Converter (Time 13:27) (2012) (Better)
Torque Converters How They Work(2018) (Best)
Toyota AB 60 E Power Flow (Time 12:17) (2011) (Better)
Toyota Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF History Part 5 (Time 4:42) (2019) (Best)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 1:25) (2010) (Better)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 2:55) (2012) (Better)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 4:37) (2012) (Better)
Transmission Noise Diagnosis (Time 2:43) (2012) (Better)
Understanding Planetary Gear Set (Time 4:53) (2017) (Best)
What Is Lock Up? (Time 4:05) (2018) (Best)
Working of Dual Clutch Transmission (DSG) (6:05) (2016) (Best)
ZF8HP 8 Speed Automatic Transmission ( Time 26:40) (2015) (Best)
Multiple Choice A – with answer key
(A2) Related Resources
Service Information - Websites
Case Studies
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Chapter 2 – Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filters, and Coolers (page 18)
PowerPoints – The PowerPoints are large files.
- Animations are in MP4 format
- Play by selecting a title below
- Download by right mouse clicking on the title and select “Save Link As” and save to your computer
- Animation resources are categorized and designed to be a comprehensive listing based on ASE content area
A2: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
2-3 Shift Valve, Coast Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Full Throttle Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Light Throttle Downshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Light Throttle Upshift
2-3 Shift Valve, Wide Open Throttle Upshift
7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission
Auto Transmission Band & Servo Operation
Auto Transmission Clutch Operation
Check Fluid Level, No Dipstick
Dual Clutch Transmission Hydraulic & Electronic Control
Electronic/Hydraulic Shift Control
Hydraulic Controlled Manual Shifts
IVT - Spherical Traction Drive
Power Flow, Allison 1000, 5-Speed
Power Flow, Lepelletier Six-Speed
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #1
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #2
Power Flow, Overdrive Four-Speed #3
Power Flow, Ravigneaux Four-Speed
Power Flow, Simpson Geartrain + Overdrive
Power Flow, Two-Mode Hybrid Transmission
Simple Electronic Controlled Shifts
Start/Stop Fluid Pressure Accumulator
Transmission Pressure Test Electronic Controls
- 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
A2: General Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
All About The ZF9HP 9 Speed Automatic Transmission (Time 10:15) (2015) (Best)
Animation How Crescent Gear Pump Works.(2013) (Better)
Automatic Transmission How It Works (Time 7:35) (2016) (Best)
Automatic Transmission: Stall Testing (2018) (Better)
Basic Auto Trans Oil Pump Operation (Time 10:14) (2020) (Better)
Change Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter - Haynes Shows You How (Time 3:27) (2019) (Best)
Chrysler Automatic Transmission Fluid - ATF History Part Four (Time 45:32) (2019) (Best)
Converter Lock-Up Test (Time 0:47) (2011) (Better)
Correct Transmission Fluid For Your Car (Time 3:13) (2012) (Best)
Dog Clutch Demo ZF9HP 9-Speed Transaxle Operation - Part 1 of 2 (Time 11:56) (2015) (Best)
DSG Gearbox Diagnosed Explained Fixed (Time 30:33) (2020) (Best)
DSG Transmission Explained (Time 10:16) (2015) (Better/Best)
Dual-Clutch Transmission: 2020 Corvette: (2:11) (2019) (Better/Best)
F-150 10-Speed Transmission Fluid Level Check (Time 3:07) (2020) (Best)
Flywheel Vs Flex Plate (2:32) (2018) (Best)
Ford Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF History Part 3 (Time 49:21) (2019) (Best)
Gear Train Inspection (Time 9:51) (2013) (Better)
GM Automatic Transmission Fluid - ATF History Part 2 (Time 1:28:26) (2018) (Best)
Harsh Shifting (Time 4:04) (2013) (Better)
Honda AT5 Automatic Transaxle (43:25) (2015) (Best)
How an Automatic Transmission Works (FWD) (2017) (Better)
How Automatic Transmissions Work (Animation) (Time 2:44) (2014) (Best)
How Automatic Transmissions Work? Diagnosis, Prevention and Repair? (Time 14:35) (2018) (Best)
How Does a Torque Converter Work? (Time 19:58) (2013) (Better)
How Does The Torque Converter In The Automatic Transmission Work? (Time 7:10) (2019) (Best)
How to Check and Add Transmission Fluid (Time 2:42) (2015) (Best)
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid (Time 3:25) (2019) (Better)
How to Diagnose a Bad TCM Transmission Control Module 2008 Saturn Aura (Time 9:05) (2018) (Better)
How to Diagnose a Transmission Problem (Time 13:13) (2018) (Better)
How to Perform a Stall Test (Time 10:41) (2021) (Best)
How Torque Converters Work (Animation) (Time 4:24) (2014) (Best)
Incorrect Gear Ratio Transmission Slipping Whining Codes (Time 2:28) (2020) (Better)
Internal Gear Pump Crescent Pump (Time 2:47) (2020) (Best)
Kia 7 Speed Double Clutch Transmission (Time 4:32) (2016) (Best)
Line Pressure Test | Monster Transmission (Time 3:12) (2016) (Best)
Nine Speed Auto (Time 2:47) (2011) (Better)
P0715 P0716 P0717 P0718 Diagnostic Code (Time 1:09) (2021) (Better)
Pascal's Law (Time 5:19) (2020) (Best)
Planetary Gear Set (Time 0:10) (2011) (Better)
Planetary Gear Set (Time 4:16) (2011) (Better)
Planetary Gear Set Operation - AUSV 2520 (Time 51:42) (2015) (Best)
Power Flow (Time 10:06) (2010) (Better)
Power Flow ZF9Hp 9-Speed Transaxle Operation Part 2 of 2 (Time 45:17) (2015) (Best)
Powertrain of Automobile Explained (Time 4:20) (2012) (Better)
Pressure and Stall Test (Time 14:34) (2013) (Better)
Puddle Under Your Car or Truck? How to Diagnose Transmission Leaks (Time 9:35) (2020) (Best)
Ravigneaux Compound Planetary Gear Set(2011) (Better)
Selecting Transmission Fluid (Time 5:37) (2013) (Better)
Simpson Planetary (Time 6:48) (2012) (Better)
Simpson Type 1 Geartrain Power Flow Time ( Time 24:47) (2015) (Better)
The Basic Parts of an Automatic Transmission (Part 1) (Time 28:13) (2013) (Better)
The Basic Parts of an Automatic Transmission (Part 2) (Time 27:29) (2013) (Better)
The History of Automatic Transmission Fluids (ATF): Part 1 Introduction (Time 8:38) (2018) (Best)
Torque Converter (Time 0:30) (2013) (Better)
Torque Converter (Time 2:21) (2011) (Better/Best)
Torque Converter How Does It Work(2018) (Best)
Torque Converter Operation and Components AUSV 2520 (Time 41:54) (2013) (Best)
Torque Converter Selection - How to Choose The Correct Torque Converter (Time 13:27) (2012) (Better)
Torque Converters How They Work(2018) (Best)
Toyota AB 60 E Power Flow (Time 12:17) (2011) (Better)
Toyota Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF History Part 5 (Time 4:42) (2019) (Best)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 1:25) (2010) (Better)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 2:55) (2012) (Better)
Transmission Diagnosis (Time 4:37) (2012) (Better)
Transmission Noise Diagnosis (Time 2:43) (2012) (Better)
Understanding Planetary Gear Set (Time 4:53) (2017) (Best)
What Is Lock Up? (Time 4:05) (2018) (Best)
Working of Dual Clutch Transmission (DSG) (6:05) (2016) (Best)
ZF8HP 8 Speed Automatic Transmission ( Time 26:40) (2015) (Best)
Multiple Choice A – with answer key
(A2) Related Resources
Service Information - Websites
Case Studies
Click here - This link will open the Jim's Case Studies page into a new tab in your browser
Photo Resources
Click here - This link will open the Jim's A2 Photo Reference page into a new tab in your browser