HOW ELECTRIC MOTORS WORK
AES104 Video
Describes the role of starting systems. Presents a brief history of cranking. Explains flux-line interaction of conductor and permanent magnetic fields. Shows how magnetic push is used to create rotary motion in the armature. 14 minutes.

INSIDE THE CRANKING MOTOR
AES105 Video
Expands the electric motor description to specific design and operation of the cranking motor. Details the location and function of field coils, commutator, and brushes. Shows the differences between series and shunt motors. 12 minutes.

STARTING THE CAR
AES106 Video
Describes how components work together to crank the engine. Presents the over-running clutch. Demonstrates how the system engages the pinion and ring gear. Introduces the role of the Neutral Safety Switch. Explains Mechanical Advantage. 11 minutes.

SYSTEM TESTING
AES107 Video
Explains the headlight method of system analysis. Describes the diagnosis of various solenoid problems. Introduces the voltage drop test. Demonstrates the use of carbon load tester to perform load test. 13 minutes.

COMPONENT SERVICE AND REPAIR
AES108 Video
Presents procedures for hands-on analysis of a cranking motor. Explains the procedures involved in common bench tests. Introduces growler tests. Details the removal of a cranking motor from a GM truck. 12 minutes.

AUTOMOTIVE TEST EQUIPMENT
AES110 Video Series
This video series consists of 3 video programs (AES111-AES113) 

SCAN TOOLS AND SENSOR SIMULATORS
AES111 Video
Features the use of the scan tool interfacing with the vehicle’s computer. Shows the operation of sensor stimulators. Explains on-board diagnostic systems. Illustrates the ability of scan tools to control or override the computer. 20 minutes.

PORTABLE EXHAUST GAS ANALYSIS & MOTOR VAC FUEL SYSTEM TESTER
AES113 Video
Illustrates the use of a portable exhaust gas analyzer. Demonstrates how to use a motor vac fuel system tester. Explains how to read a stoichiometric chart. Describes how to analyze the health of a vehicle’s fuel system. 20 minutes.

AES115 
CHARGING SYSTEM OPERATION
Video
The operation of the alternator, voltage regulator, and wiring diagrams are all presented to prepare students to be more adept at diagnosing and repairing charging systems. High voltage systems are also introduced. 25 minutes.

AES117 
CHARGING SYSTEM SERVICE
Video
Highlights methods for troubleshooting and repairing most charging system failures. Also shows how to use a load tester and a hand-held multimeter to check system operation before explaining how to replace and service components. Alternator rebuilding is summarized. 24 minutes.

AES135 
DISTRIBUTORLESS IGNITION
Videos
This two-part program reviews the evolution of the ignition system — from breaker point ignition to electronic ignition to direct ignition. Easy to follow, it compares the basic features and methods of operation of each system. Includes a Teacher’s Guide and Library Kit. 30 minutes.

FROM BREAKER POINTS TO DIRECT IGNITIONS
Demonstrates the use of the high voltage ignition coil and its function in various types of ignition systems. Shows how breaker points, electronic distributors and distributorless systems each use different technology to trigger the ignition coil to create a high-voltage spark.

TROUBLESHOOTING A "NO START" CONDITION
Demonstrates some testing and diagnostic procedures to be followed to determine the cause of a "no start" condition of an engine equipped with a distributorless ignition system. Shows how to perform various tests to eliminate the fuel system as a possible cause. Major emphasis is put on the checking of the coil pack, ignition module, and related components to isolate and identify the cause of the breakdown.

AES137 
DRIVABILITY TROUBLESHOOTING
AES137 Video Series

This video series consists of 3 video programs (AES138-AES140).

THE NO START CONDITION
AES138 Video
Demonstrates customer service skills. Provides an example of the diagnostic interview technique. Details pre-service visual inspection. Explains the evaluation of the cranking test, performance, and analysis of the compression test.

NO START/NO SPARK
AES139 Video
Describes the use of a spark tester to verify voltage through arcing. Demonstrates ignition circuit analysis. Details disassembly and inspection of the distributor. Shows how to use a test light to evaluate ignition system triggering pulses. Examines various types of ignition coils.

NO START/NO FUEL
AES140 Video
Provides visual inspection of throttle body fuel flow. Shows how to distinguish a fuel flow problem from an electrical problem. Demonstrates a resistance check at injector terminal leads. Details the performance and evaluation of the fuel pressure test.

DRIVABILITY TROUBLESHOOTING — HESITATION PROBLEMS
AES142 Video Series
This video series consists of 4 video programs (AES143-AES146) 

IGNITION — RELATED PROBLEMS
AES143 Video
Demonstrates how to diagnose hesitation caused by ignition problems. Shows how to evaluate spark timing, timing advance, and secondary circuit breakdown. Details insulation tests, coil output tests, and spark plugs under load.

FUEL INJECTION —RELATED PROBLEMS
AES145 Video
Shows how to perform the fuel pressure test. Explains tests of load sensors (MAP-MAF). Demonstrates the tests of a throttle position sensor, oxygen sensor, and coolant sensor.

THE ROAD TEST
AES146 Video
Shows how to perform a road test. Examines the importance of confirming customer complaints. Explains the difference between light and hard acceleration problem. Shows how to evaluate cold and warm drivability problems.

AES150 
ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Video
Students will learn to use a systematic approach to locate electrical problems, such as knowing the circuit, isolating the problem, testing components, fixing the problem, and retesting the circuit. Viewers will also learn about the common problems found with resistors, capacitors, relays, circuit breakers, motors, and other electrical components. 20 minutes.

WHAT IS ELECTRICITY?
AES153 Video
Explains the conventional and electron theories. Describes how electricity works on insulators, conductors, and semiconductors. Examines the relationship between magnetism and electricity. 16 minutes.

MEASURING ELECTRICITY
AES154 Video
Shows the importance of understanding what electricity does. Explains what is being measured when mechanics test voltage, amperage, and resistance. Presents Ohm’s Law. 15 minutes.

ELECTRICITY IN THE CAR
AES155 Video
Demonstrates the operation of the starting/charging ignition, lighting, and accessories systems. Explains solenoids, relays, and series vs. parallel circuits. Shows how to use wiring diagrams. 15 minutes.

TEST EQUIPMENT
AES156 Video
Demonstrates how to operate common automotive electrical test equipment. Shows practical uses of the test light, digital volt-ohm meter, voltmeter, ohmmeter, and ammeter. Explains what the readings indicate. 16 minutes.

ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING
AES157 Video
Demonstrates the diagnostic approach to actual in-car electrical problems. Shows how to trace open circuits, high resistance shorts to ground, and shorts to voltage. Explains basic battery maintenance. 14 minutes.

ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEMS AND EST
AES159 Video
Introduces the fundamentals of electronic ignition. Explains how the transistorized ignition module replaces points. Describes ignition modules, pickup coil, and other components. Explains the computer’s role in electronic spark timing (EST). 13 minutes.

AES168 
ELECTRONIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Video
Viewers will learn tricks of the trade for finding and correcting electronic faults. Clear and precise examples show how to evaluate electronic faults such as permanent, intermittent, parameter, and logic faults. Reseating circuit boards, power supply testing, transistor testing and IC diagnosis tips are shown. 20 minutes.

AES172 
IGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION
Video
Explains conventional systems using distributors as well as the newest systems that use a computer and sensors to control spark plug operation. The program stresses the theoretical information that will be useful to students when learning to repair ignition systems. 29 minutes.

AES174 
IGNITION SYSTEM SERVICE
Video
Describes how to do basic tests, use an oscilloscope, multimeter, and other testing devices to find bad parts before showing how to replace the affected components. Various ignition system designs are included. 30 minutes.

AES188 
STARTING SYSTEM OPERATION
Video
Explains the theoretical elements that will be useful to a mechanic before studying how to repair a starting system. Includes information on the starting motor, solenoid, ignition switch, cables, and current draw levels. 24 minutes.

AES190 
STARTING SYSTEM SERVICE
Video
Covers troubleshooting and specific tests for verifying your conclusions. Then presents details methods for replacing and servicing components. Starting motor rebuilding is summarized. 24 minutes.