Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems by Candela, Tony -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Other Books by This Publisher Title Page Copyright Contents About the Author Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Understanding Electrical Principles and Simple Circuits

High Current/Low Voltage Ohm’s Law The Power Formula Combinations Kirchhoff’s Law Circuit Basics Wire Resistance Chart Example: Installing an Electric Fuel Pump Hazards Presented by On-Board Computers Disconnecting the Battery—When?

Chapter 2: The Right Tools for the Job

Required Tools The Test Light The Digital Multi-Meter DMM Basic Functionality

Chapter 3: The Fundamentals of Automotive Wiring

Basic Connections Crimp-Style Connections Fundamentals of Crimping Soldering Irons and Guns How-To Insulating Connections Temporary Mechanical Connectors Distribution-Type Connectors Connectors and Plugs Basics for AWG Wire 8 and Larger

Chapter 4: Ignition Switches, Wiring Harnesses and Controllers

The Ignition Switch 59 The Wiring Harness 60 Controllers: The Basics 62

Chapter 5: Power Accessories and the Charging System

Power Door Lock Circuits Power Window Circuits The Charging System

Chapter 6: Wiring Aftermarket Equipment and Upgrading Components

Safety First Passing Through a Metal Barrier Installing a Tachometer The Charging System—Revisited Protecting Your Work

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

Understanding Flowcharts Typical Problems Circuit Inoperable Circuit Works, but Blows Fuses: Scenario 1 Circuit Works, but Blows Fuses: Scenario 2 Wiring is Burned Up Battery is Drained Overnight Intermittent Circuit Operation

Chapter 8: Advanced Installations and Interfaces

Interfacing with Power Door Lock and Power Window Circuits Factory Wiring Diagrams Interfacing with Power Sunroof and Convertible Top Circuits Upgrading Headlights to Higher Power Units Adding an Auxiliary Battery Adding an Accessory Fuse Panel

Chapter 9: Building a Wiring Harness

Harness Basics Building a Harness from Scratch Harness Construction Project

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