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Chapter 17: Maintaining Your Vehicle Objectives: Maintaining the Power Systems Maintaining Control Systems Preventive Maintenance Fuel Saving and recycling Strategies

Maintaining the Power Systems Power and Drive Systems The power plant is the source of energy that maintains a vehicles movement The drive train has many components Power plant (Engine) Transmission Clutch Drive Shaft Differential Transaxle Drive Axels Universal Joint

Maintaining the Power Systems Ignition and Electrical Systems The ignition system sets off the combustion in your engine and runs the lights, controls, and accessories Alternator The alternator generates an electrical current that recharges the battery Battery A vehicle’s starter, lights, computer assisted controls, and other electrical accessories depend on the electrical powered stored in the battery

Under hood checks

Maintaining the Power Systems Lubricating and Cooling System Lubricating System Lubricants such as oil, help the engine operate efficiently by reducing friction, carrying away engine heat, and cleansing engine parts Cooling System The cooling system provides a way for your vehicle to stay cool, and provides a source of heat for your vehicle’s interior in cold weather

How to check the engine oil

Car's Cooling System

Maintaining the Power Systems Fuel and Emissions Systems Fuel System Lubricants such as oil, help the engine operate efficiently by reducing friction, carrying away engine heat, and cleansing engine parts Emission System Exhaust recalculates unburned fuel back into the combustion process for greater efficiency, Then the catalytic converter converts harmful gases into less harmful gases and water

Fuel System

Maintaining the Control Systems Steering Systems Includes steering wheel, steering column, steering gear, and connections to front wheel Common indications of problems include: Play in the steering wheel Steering difficulty, even though tires are properly inflated Shimming or wobbling, or shaking or pulling to one side Squealing sounds when you make turns

Maintaining the Control Systems Suspension System Includes a series of rods, bars, springs, and other components Keeps the wheels and tires pointed in the direction you are steering

Suspension System

Steering Systems

Maintaining the Control Systems Brake System A vehicle’s brake system is made of four individual brakes, brake lines, brake fluid, wheel cylinders, and a master cylinder Some brake problems may include: Spongy feel in the brake pedal Pulling to one side when stopping with dry brakes Grabbing or uneven brake action Squealing or chattering noises in the brakes A need to push the brake harder in order to stop the vehicle

Brake System

Maintaining the Control Systems Tires Lifelines to the road Construction Made of rubber reinforced with layers of material under the tread Inflation and Tread Maintain the manufacturer’s recommended air pressure in the tires at all times Rotation and Alignment Rotate your tires regularly to promote longer tire life Replacing Tires A smooth wear bar will appear when it is time to replace your tires

Tire Tread Pattern

Preventive Maintenance Routine Checks Before You Start the Engine Look for signs of fluid leaks under the vehicle After You Start the Engine Check gauges, warning lights, & fuel supply While Driving Notice any unusual instrument panel readings, out of the ordinary sounds, odors, or vibrations

Preventive Maintenance Routine Checks At a Fuel Stop Oil level Windshield washer fluid Clean windshield Check windshield wipers Check tires

Checking the Oil Level

Preventive Maintenance Selecting a Qualified Technician It is important that you find a reliable service and repair location staffed with trained and certified technicians and mechanics Scheduled Service Your owner’s manual shows the recommended maintenance intervals for you to follow

17.3 – Preventive Maintenance State Vehicle Inspections Some states, and Counties require periodic vehicle inspections