Automotive Reference Book

[Dave]

Hello,

Is there anyone that could suggest me a reference book. As a DIY I am looking for a book that cover the entire automotive field. I looked on amazon under “automotive technologies books” and there are several of interesting reference books. Is there one in particular that i should choose? Finally, I am an Mechanical Engineer so I am not afraid if it goes deep. Thanks in advance,
Dave

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[Gary]

I wish there was one book that covered it all, but that’s impossible. There are too many things to compile into one single book.

I mean , engine repair alone you could make 2 books out of.
Then you got electrical, transmissions, HVAC, diesel, engine performance, fuel, ignition, axles, suspension, hybrids, CNG, brakes and wheels etc.

I am unsure what you are wanting to accomplish. Shop and service manuals cover everything on individual models.

For example:

Which I actually bought for my 55′ Chevy Truck. In depth everything you need to know about a particular model.

Covering model years 1900-2015 of all makes and models would be impossible in a single book.

If you tell us what particularity you are looking for it will be easier to pinpoint the best option.

[Dave]

Thanks for your reply,
You are right, it wasn’t clear. Let’s me explaine a bit more. I own a 03 civic and a 05 Corolla. I perform as much as maintenance and repaire as I could on my cars. I am interest to lean more about how cars in general work. I would say modern cars. I am not looking for a book for a specific model but more a reference that cover the principles of each system of a car. Let’s say a chapter per system you mention. I hope that precise my need.
thanks again!
regards,

[Gary]

[quote=”Daveqc” post=153720]Thanks for your reply,
You are right, it wasn’t clear. Let’s me explaine a bit more. I own a 03 civic and a 05 Corolla. I perform as much as maintenance and repaire as I could on my cars. I am interest to lean more about how cars in general work. I would say modern cars. I am not looking for a book for a specific model but more a reference that cover the principles of each system of a car. Let’s say a chapter per system you mention. I hope that precise my need.
thanks again!
regards,[/quote] Well thats a bit more specific.

Unfortunately not all of those systems would be covered in a single book due to the massive amount of content.
I feel that your best bet is internet resources, in fact there are sites dedicated to it such as: http://www.aa1car.com/

Best of all the information is free, and it’s all at your disposal without turning a single page.

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