Diesel Mechanics, 4th Edition

This thoroughly updated text strikes an excellent balance between hands-on practice and theory of diesel operation and maintenance requirements of manufacturers. Diesel Mechanics equips students with stateof- the-art procedures and techniques needed to diagnose, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain diesel engines in the real world. It features the latest methods for working on modern control systems and provides in-depth information on fuel injection systems and electronically-controlled engines.

Preface

Part I : Introduction to Diesel Engines
Chapter 1 : Shop Safety
Chapter 2 : Tools and Equipment
Chapter 3 : Engine Oil
Chapter 4 : Diesel Fuel
Chapter 5 : Engine Performance Terminology
Chapter 6 : Cycle Operation
Chapter 7 : Combustion Chambers
Chapter 8 : Basic Engine Components
Chapter 9 : Filters
Chapter 10 : Oil Lines and Fittings
Chapter 11 : Seals, Gaskets, and Fasteners
Chapter 12 : Engine Disassembly

Part II : Diesel Engine Components and Service
Chapter 13 : Cylinder Blocks
Chapter 14 : Camshaft
Chapter 15 : Cylinder Liner
Chapter 16 : Crankshaft
Chapter 17 : Bearings
Chapter 18 : Connecting Rod
Chapter 19 : Pistons and Rings
Chapter 20 : Lubrication Pumps and Oil Coolers
Chapter 21 : Cylinder Head and Valves
Chapter 22 : Valve Train Mechanisms
Chapter 23 : Flywheel Housing, Flywheels, and Timing Covers
Chapter 24 : Engine Brakes and Hydraulic Retarders

Part III : Diesel Engine Systems
Chapter 25 : Air Intake Systems
Chapter 26 : Exhaust Systems
Chapter 27 : Cooling Systems
Chapter 28 : Air Brake Systems

Part IV : Fuel-Injection Systems
Chapter 29 : Introduction to Fuel-Injection Systems
Chapter 30 : Governors
Chapter 31 : Electronic Engine Control
Chapter 32 : Fuel-Injection Nozzles and Holders
Chapter 33 : Port and Helix Metering
Chapter 34 : Distributor-Type Metering
Chapter 35 : Caterpillar Fuel-Injection Systems
Chapter 36 : Cummins Fuel-Injection Systems
Chapter 37 : Detroit Diesel Fuel-Injection Systems
Chapter 38 : Stanadyne Systems and DPA Pumps

Part V : Electrical Systems
Chapter 39 : Electricity and Magnetism
Chapter 40 : Electric Circuits and Test Instruments
Chapter 41 : Wires and Terminals
Chapter 42 : Relays, Switches, and Solenoids
Chapter 43 : Batteries
Chapter 44 : Electric Starting Systems
Chapter 45 : Air and Hydraulic Starting Systems
Chapter 46 : Charging Systems
Chapter 47 : Voltage Regulators
Chapter 48 : Instrument Gauges and Circuits
Chapter 49 : Extreme Temperature Operation

Part VI : Break In, Troubleshooting, and Tuneup
Chapter 50 : Starting The Reconditioned Engine
Chapter 51 : Tuneup and Troubleshooting

Appendices
Glossary
Index