TM 9-8000 Principles of Automotive Vehicles – 1985 – Mini size

 

1-1. Usage. The manual is to be used to provide basic descriptive information to the field and to service and troop schools concerning the automotive vehicle and how it works. It also contains information that makes it a convenient reference manual.  The information contained within will be of particular interest to the following:

 

a. Automotive maintenance personnel.

b. Maintenance supervisors.

c. Managers and supervisors responsible for interpreting automotive-related data.

d. Maintenance trainers in units and schools.

e. Individuals preparing for  skill  qualification test.

 

1-2.  Scope.  This  text  explains  the  automotive vehicle in general. The explanations avoid reference to any specific vehicle or unit wherever possible. Because existing publications cover operation and maintenance of vehicles, these subjects have been omitted. The flow of power is traced from its development in the engine to its final outlet at the wheels, with the units discussed in the order in which they contribute to the power flow. Diesel and gasoline engines, except for their fuel systems, are explained together, as are radial and in-line engines. After the flow of power is traced to the wheels, those chassis components, sometimes referred to as running gear (i.e., steering system, brakes, wheels and tracks, and frames), are explained; then hulls and bodies; and finally such miscellaneous items as special equipment and trailers.

 

This book is a “Mini” (half the size of a piece of paper).

A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.

The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.

(A BIG size version (8 1/2 inch by 11 inch, the same size as a regular sheet of paper) is on this website too)