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anyone reaing any good automotive books for ECU's and such.
I have this one on hold with my local library:
Automotive electronics and computer systems / Robert N. Brady.
Automotive electronics and computer systems
1 - Introduction to Automotive Computers Page#
On-Board Computers 2
Engine Control Module 4
Powertrain Control Module 7
Control Module 11
Analog and Digital Signals 15
Integrated Vehicle Electrical/Electronic Systems 21
Signals and Signal Conversion 22
ECM/PCM Memory Devices 28
The Central Processing Unit 31
PCM Hardware 46
PCM Software 49
ECM/PCM Servicing 53
Questions 67
2 - Engine and Vehicle Sensors 69
Engine and Vehicle Sensors 70
Sensor--PCM Interaction 71
Sensor Function/Description 74
Throttle Position Sensors 79
Crankshaft Position Sensor 85
Camshaft Sensor 100
Oxygen Sensors 105
Liquid Pressure Sensors 124
Temperature Sensors 127
MAP/MAF Sensors 132
IAT/MAT Sensors 143
MAF (Mass Airflow) Systems 144
Knock Sensor 157
Cylinder Pressure Sensors 162
Oil-Level Sensor 163
Oil Condition Sensor 165
Vehicle Speed Sensor 165
Air Conditioning Strategy 170
A/C Pressure Sensor 170
Questions 172
3 - Ignition Systems 176
Electronic Ignition Systems 177
Electronic Distributor Ignition Systems 185
Spark Plugs 232
Electronic Ignition System Testing 237
Questions 249
4 - Fuel Injection Systems 254
Background Information 255
Types of Fuel Injection Systems 256
Fuel Supply System 260
Fuel Injector Operation 269
Adaptive Fuel Control Circuit 275
Diagnosing Fuel System Problems 281
Idle Speed Control 296
Ford Fuel Injection Systems 297
Alternative-Fuel Systems 300
Gasoline Direct Injection 302
Questions 305
5 - Bosch Fuel Systems 308
Background Information 308
Bosch Injection Systems 310
Questions 318
6 - Japanese Vehicle Systems 319
Globalization of Technology 319
Nissan/Quest Mercury Villager 323
Questions 331
7 - Evaporative Emission Control Systems: Function, Operation, Service, and Diagnosis 332
Evaporative Emissions Systems 332
EVAP Monitoring System 336
EVAP Diagnosis and Testing 337
PCV Systems 341
Thermostatic Air Cleaner 342
Questions 345
8 - Exhaust Emissions Control Systems: Function and Operation, Service and Diagnosis 346
Atmospheric Air Makeup 346
Typical Automotive Pollutants 347
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System 349
Air Injection Reaction System 358
Variable CAM Timing System 362
Questions 363
9 - Catalytic Converters 365
The Catalytic Converter System 365
Catalyst Monitor 374
Questions 377
10 - OBD-II Diagnostic Systems and Scan Tools 378
Introduction 378
OBD-I Engine Diagnostic System 379
OBD-II Engine Control Systems 379
SAE DTC Standards 391
Scan Tools 398
Strategy-Based Diagnostics 411
Engine/Vehicle Performance Problems 413
Questions 426
Glossary of Automotive and Truck Electronic Terms 429
Answers to End-of-Chapter Questions
Also, I would like to know if it is possible to buy pcm programming software as an educational license.
I have this one on hold with my local library:
Automotive electronics and computer systems / Robert N. Brady.
Automotive electronics and computer systems
1 - Introduction to Automotive Computers Page#
On-Board Computers 2
Engine Control Module 4
Powertrain Control Module 7
Control Module 11
Analog and Digital Signals 15
Integrated Vehicle Electrical/Electronic Systems 21
Signals and Signal Conversion 22
ECM/PCM Memory Devices 28
The Central Processing Unit 31
PCM Hardware 46
PCM Software 49
ECM/PCM Servicing 53
Questions 67
2 - Engine and Vehicle Sensors 69
Engine and Vehicle Sensors 70
Sensor--PCM Interaction 71
Sensor Function/Description 74
Throttle Position Sensors 79
Crankshaft Position Sensor 85
Camshaft Sensor 100
Oxygen Sensors 105
Liquid Pressure Sensors 124
Temperature Sensors 127
MAP/MAF Sensors 132
IAT/MAT Sensors 143
MAF (Mass Airflow) Systems 144
Knock Sensor 157
Cylinder Pressure Sensors 162
Oil-Level Sensor 163
Oil Condition Sensor 165
Vehicle Speed Sensor 165
Air Conditioning Strategy 170
A/C Pressure Sensor 170
Questions 172
3 - Ignition Systems 176
Electronic Ignition Systems 177
Electronic Distributor Ignition Systems 185
Spark Plugs 232
Electronic Ignition System Testing 237
Questions 249
4 - Fuel Injection Systems 254
Background Information 255
Types of Fuel Injection Systems 256
Fuel Supply System 260
Fuel Injector Operation 269
Adaptive Fuel Control Circuit 275
Diagnosing Fuel System Problems 281
Idle Speed Control 296
Ford Fuel Injection Systems 297
Alternative-Fuel Systems 300
Gasoline Direct Injection 302
Questions 305
5 - Bosch Fuel Systems 308
Background Information 308
Bosch Injection Systems 310
Questions 318
6 - Japanese Vehicle Systems 319
Globalization of Technology 319
Nissan/Quest Mercury Villager 323
Questions 331
7 - Evaporative Emission Control Systems: Function, Operation, Service, and Diagnosis 332
Evaporative Emissions Systems 332
EVAP Monitoring System 336
EVAP Diagnosis and Testing 337
PCV Systems 341
Thermostatic Air Cleaner 342
Questions 345
8 - Exhaust Emissions Control Systems: Function and Operation, Service and Diagnosis 346
Atmospheric Air Makeup 346
Typical Automotive Pollutants 347
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System 349
Air Injection Reaction System 358
Variable CAM Timing System 362
Questions 363
9 - Catalytic Converters 365
The Catalytic Converter System 365
Catalyst Monitor 374
Questions 377
10 - OBD-II Diagnostic Systems and Scan Tools 378
Introduction 378
OBD-I Engine Diagnostic System 379
OBD-II Engine Control Systems 379
SAE DTC Standards 391
Scan Tools 398
Strategy-Based Diagnostics 411
Engine/Vehicle Performance Problems 413
Questions 426
Glossary of Automotive and Truck Electronic Terms 429
Answers to End-of-Chapter Questions
Also, I would like to know if it is possible to buy pcm programming software as an educational license.