Modern Diesel Technology: Light Duty Diesels

I've worked on diesel's for years and am preparing to take the ASE light diesel exam. This text was well worth the money and time in reading. It has great explanations of what's going on inside injection pumps, how emissions controls work, and electronic engine controls. If you already have a good handle on gas engines and want some background to move into light diesel's this book is a great place to start. I don't think it would do you much good if you don't already have a handle on basic engine mechanics and electrical concepts- it is not a basic text.

As usual a good book with vey good info and tech features.

These text books are great for ASE testing study! These books are packed with photos, information, and the latest automotive technology! Study hard! Those ASE tests are around the corner!

I am a certified gas tech and just wanted to get the light diesel to be master certified. The book is easy to read and well written. There are no answers to the questions at the end of the chapters though. Not that big a deal though. You know when you have the answer right or you need to go back and review.

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Good

Not really an enthusiasts book. More of a training manual for a beginner diesel mechanic.

Great at describing how the latest Diesel engines work, but not so great at describing diagnosis and repair. Very up to date, but I was disappointed with the repair aspect. Also this book focuses on the newest Ford Power Stroke engine. About 90% Ford and 10% all other Diesel engines. There is just not any good passenger Diesel repair books available. I got more out of Dempsey's book even though it was out of date.

This is a training manual rather than a reference manual. The information and terminology are American based and uses abbreviations of those terms. If your requirement is to understand the general operation of a diesel engine then this book fits the bill. It would be useful to an apprentice mechanic.