Unit 1 Basic Structure of Automobile 1
1.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 1
1.2 Basic Structure of Automotive 2
1.3 The Vehicle Technical Parameters 9
Reading Material Ⅰ History of the Automobile 13
Reading Material Ⅱ The Brief History of Electric Vehicle Technology 18
Unit 2 Engine Structure 22
2.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 22
2.2 Classification of Engine 24
2.3 Construction of Engine 28
2.4 Engine Operating Principles 33
2.5 Engine Starting System 36
2.6 EFI System 40
2.7 Cooling System 45
2.8 Lubrication System 50
2.9 Vehicle Emissions Control 56
Reading Material Ⅰ Eight Possible Choices for Replacements of Engines 62
Reading Material Ⅱ The New Diesel Technology and Its Training and Repair 66
Unit 3 Chassis 70
3.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 70
3.2 The Drive Line 74
3.3 Manual Transmission 81
3.4 Automatic Transmissions 86
3.5 Components of Suspension Systems 94
3.6 Steering System 99
3.7 Automobile Brake System 105
Reading Material Ⅰ Electronic Brake Actuation System 111
Reading Material Ⅱ Suspension Development Transverse Spring Composite Suspension and Optimizing Unsprung Mass with Wheel Travel 112
Unit 4 Vehicle Body 116
4.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 116
4.2 Body 117
4.3 Monocoque Construction Body 120
4.4 Introduction to the Simple Structural Surfaces（SSS） Method 126
Reading Material Ⅰ Aerodynamics and Weight Saving 132
Reading Material Ⅱ Concept Car Development 133
Unit 5 Electrical and Electronic System 138
5.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 138
5.2 Instrument Panel 139
5.3 Electronic Devices 145
5.4 CAN and LIN 150
5.5 Antilock Brake System（ABS） 155
5.6 Air Bag System 158
5.7 Lighting System 162
5.8 Cruise Control System 167
5.9 Air Conditioning System 169
Reading Material An Electronic Throttle Control and Its Noteworthy Capabilities 173
Unit 6 New Energy of Automobile 177
6.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology 177
6.2 Alternative Fuel Possibilities for Future 178
6.3 Hybrid Vehicle Technologies 182
6.4 The Electric Hybrid Vehicle 190
Reading Material Ⅰ Electric-gasoline Engine Hybrid Powertrain System by Toyota 195
Reading Material Ⅱ Who does What in China’s New Energy Vehicle Industry？ 197
Unit 7 New Materials of Automobile 202
7.1 Introduction 202
7.2 Structure and Manufacturing Technology of Automotive Materials 205
7.3 Ecodesign of Automotive Components Making Use of Natural Jute Fiber Composites 220
Reading Material An Assessment of Waste Issues Associated with the Production of New，Lightweight， Fuel-efficient Vehicles 227
Unit 8 Development of Vehicle Technology 235
8.1 Mercedes A-class 235
8.2 Advanced Features in Future Vehicles 245
8.3 Adaptive Restraint Technologies 253
8.4 Occupant Injury Protection 260
Reading Material Ⅰ German Cars 269
Reading Material Ⅱ Concept Vehicle 272
附录A Vehicle Symbols（汽车符号） 274
附录B部分阅读材料参考译文 277
References 297