Summary: Updated for 2009! This video provides an overview of the charging system, with its battery, alternator, voltage regulator, and starter solenoid; a detailed examination of the alternator and its construction; a close-up look at the function of the alternator's rectifier; and a comparison of the internal voltage-type voltage regulator with its predecessors, the remote solid state and contact...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Updated for 2009! In this video, an automotive technician troubleshoots the most common problems involving the starting system. Difficulties with the battery, solenoid, starter, flywheel, pinion gear, and secondary wiring are considered, with special attention given to testing, removing, and replacing the starter motor and solenoid. Problems with the neutral safety switch and column-mounted...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: Ignition System Operation is a twenty-one minute video which is part of the series, Electrical Systems. Using 3-D animation and live-action close-ups of electrical system components, these videos examine and explain elements of various systems, troubleshooting, conducting basic tests, and basic repair procedures for many system failures. Also provides detailed information about the proper tools...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1999
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Summary: Updated for 2009! After thoroughly reviewing the fundamentals of the ignition system, this video focuses in on five components: spark plugs, secondary wires, ignition coils, distributors, and electronic control units. Distributorless ignition systems are discussed as well.
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: Updated for 2009! This video explains the functions of the starting system and the construction of its components in detail: the battery, starter motor, starter drive, solenoid, in-dash or in-column ignition switch, and neutral safety switch or clutch switch.
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: Updated for 2009! In this video, an automotive technician demonstrates how to inspect, maintain, and replace secondary wires, spark plugs, distributors, ignition coils, electronic control units, and power train control modules. Ignition timing is also covered, and common problems involving all components are illustrated, with an emphasis on spark plugs (flashover, insulator cracks, fouling,...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: Updated for 2009! In this video, an automotive technician shows how to diagnose charging system malfunctions: first, by visual inspection of battery terminals, wires, belts, and fuses/fusible links, and then by gathering data with an amp meter, a volt meter, a noise detector, and a load tester. The video also demonstrates how to remove an alternator (both swivel mount and spring-loaded idler...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: Updated for 2009! Although the specific procedures for using load testers vary by car make and model, the general procedures are similar for all testers and vehicles. This video explains how to use a load tester to analyze the state of the battery, starting system, and charging system. Footage of an auto tech in action shows viewers how to check for a poor connection at the battery cables,...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009