Electronic control has revolutionized the field of automotive technology. Automatic transmissions and transaxles in cars today have less weight, increased gear ranges, and improved efficiency, performance, and durability. They also have increased complexity of operation. This new edition of Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles will help technicians understand and work with the new technology. Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles presents the theory of operation for the major power transfer and control systems as wail as the diagnosis, service, and repair of common problems. Key features of this edition: Over 850 illustrations reinforce the concepts and show repair procedures. Service Tips describe procedures that can help make a job flow more efficiently. Real World Fixes show actual case studies of how problems were diagnosed and repaired. The book is oriented around the NATEF task list and meets the needs of technicians preparing for the ASE exam on automatic transmissions.