Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, 5th Edition

By: Chris Johanson and James E. Duffy
Copyright: 2021
Subject: Automotive
Grade Level: 9-14

Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles is a comprehensive text that covers the design, construction, operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of these major components. The text details both hydraulic and electronic transmission controls, with extensive coverage of electronic control systems, and includes information on continuously variable transmissions and manual shift programs. This text is a valuable resource for anyone who needs a thorough understanding of today’s automatic transmissions and transaxles, including those preparing for ASE Certification Test A2, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle.

  • The text correlates to the Automatic Transmission and Transaxle section of the 2017 ASE Education Foundation Task List.
  • Color-coded illustrations throughout the text enhance student understanding.
  • The text emphasizes the use of the latest diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electronic transmission and transaxle control systems.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
2. Shop Safety and Environmental Protection
3. Special Service Tools and Service Information
4. Gears, Chains, and Bearings
5. Sealing Materials, Fasteners, and Lubricants
6. Hydraulics and Pneumatics
7. Basic Electricity and Electronics
8. Automatic Transmission Mechanical Components
9. Automatic Transmission Control Components
10. Automatic Transaxle Construction and Operation
11. Transmission and Transaxle Circuits
12. Electronic Control Systems
13. Troubleshooting Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Electrical Problems
14. Troubleshooting Electronic Control System Problems
15. Transmission and Transaxle In-Vehicle Service
16. Transmission and Transaxle Removal and Installation
17. Rebuilding Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
18. Automatic Transaxle Final Drive Service
19. Electronic Control System Service
20. ASE Certification
21. Career Preparation
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Correlations
ASE Education Foundation
About the Author(s)

Chris Johanson - has been involved in the automotive service industry for more than 35 years, as a technician, instructor, and author. He has a bachelor’s degree in industrial arts education and has written several books on the subject of automotive technology. 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.

James E. Duffy - has devoted much of his professional life to developing educational materials that help people understand vocational and technical subjects. Mr. Duffy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology from Indiana State University. After college, Mr. Duffy worked as an automotive instructor at Brandon High School in Brandon, Florida, and at Hillsborough Adult Education Center in Tampa, Florida. After teaching for several years, Mr. Duffy joined Goodheart-Willcox Publisher as a technical editor and eventually began writing textbooks. In addition to Modern Automotive Technology, Mr. Duffy's books include Auto Electricity and Electronics, Auto Engine Repair, Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, and Manual Drive Trains and Axles.