Auto Brakes, 6th Edition

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• Master brake system diagnosis, service, repair, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Prepare for ASE A5 certification with hands-on activities and real-world practice.
• Learn hydraulic, electronic, ABS, and traction control systems with clear visuals.

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Title Overview

Auto Brakes is a comprehensive text that covers the design, construction, operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of auto brake systems. The text details both hydraulic and electronic brake systems, with extensive coverage of electronic control systems, and includes information on disc brakes, drum brakes, power assist units, hydraulic valves, wheel bearings, and anti-lock brake and traction control systems. Featuring an exciting new design with many new images, the 6th edition is a valuable resource for anyone who needs a thorough understanding of the operation of modern brake systems, including those preparing for ASE Certification Test A5, Brakes. Technical information is presented in an easy-to-understand manner, with abundant illustrations that reinforce clear, concise written explanations. The text correlates to the Brakes section of the 2024 ASE Education Foundation Task List. The Auto Brakes Shop Manual contains a series of job sheets that provide hands-on practice of skills and procedures aligned to the ASE Education Foundation Tasks. The jobs engage students with the practical skills needed to succeed and are designed to be accomplished in one or two shop sessions under the guidance of an instructor.

Digital users have access to the eBook content, digital job sheets, digital workbook, multimeter simulations, automotive Virtual Toolbox, interactive activities, and MotoVisuals from Advance Auto Parts.

The text includes complete chapters on Friction Brake Theory and Troubleshooting Brake Systems.
The text also provides comprehensive coverage of safety, soft skills, service and theory, and career and certification preparation.
New Shop Talk feature in every chapter helps students understand why the content is important and relevant.

EXCITING NEWS! G-W has partnered with Advance Auto Parts to provide our users with MotoVisuals—a cloud-based library of hundreds of service and repair interactive animations and narrated videos. Now you can provide your students with visual reinforcement of new concepts using the same technology found in thousands of automotive shops across the country!

1. Shop Safety and Environmental Protection

2. Introduction to Brake Systems

3. Brake Tools, Shop Equipment, and Service Information

4. Hydraulic System Fundamentals

5. Master Cylinders, Calipers, and Wheel Bearings

6. Master Cylinder, Caliper, and Wheel Bearing Service

7. Power Assist Units

8. Power Assist Unit Service

9. Hydraulic Valves, Switches, Lines, and Hoses

10. Hydraulic Valve, Switch, Line and Hose Service

11. Friction Brake Theory

12. Disc Brake Season Components and Operation

13. Disc Brake Service

14. Drum Brake System Components and Operation

15. Drum Brake Service

16. Wheel Bearings and Oil Seals

17. Wheel Bearing and Oil Seal Service

18. Parking Brakes

19. Parking Brake Service

20. Brake System Electrical and Electronic Components

21. Anti-Lock Brake, Traction Control, and Electronic Stability Control System Components and Operation

22. Anti-Lock Brake, Traction Control, and Electronic Stability Control System Service

23. Troubleshooting Brake Systems

24. ASE Certification

25. Career Preparation

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Creative workbook activities inspire students to review and apply concepts.
Interactive Content
Additional interactive content including flash cards, animations, and interactive activities enhance the learning experience.
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Standards and Correlations

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About the Author

Chris Johanson has been involved in the automotive service business for more than 35 years, working as a technician, an instructor, and an author. Mr. Johanson has extensive experience in the service and repair of all automotive systems and is an ASE-certified Master Technician. Mr. Johanson has authored or coauthored several automotive textbooks, including Auto Suspension and Steering, Auto Brakes, Auto Heating and Air Conditioning, Auto Engine Performance, Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, Manual Drive Trains and Axles, Auto Fundamentals, and Auto Service and Repair. He is a member of the South Carolina Chapter of the National Association of College Automotive Teachers, enjoys restoring and maintaining classic vehicles, and is actively involved with the South Carolina Chapter of the Pontiac-Oakland Club International. He has a bachelor's degree in industrial arts education. Mr. Johanson is an ASE-certified master technician and has ASE certifications in Advanced Engine Performance (L1), Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (A9), Light-Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles (L3), Auto Maintenance and Light Repair (G1), Exhaust Systems (X1) and Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling.

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