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Stop Guessing at A/C Problems. Learn to Diagnose and Repair Them!
Get expert guidance to keep your vehicle’s heating and air-conditioning systems working the way they should.
When your car's A/C stops blowing cold or the heater fails to keep you warm, guessing at the problem can lead to wasted time, unnecessary parts, and expensive repair bills. The solution starts with understanding how the system works--and knowing how to diagnose it correctly.
Written by automotive HVAC expert and technical instructor Jerry Clemons, this comprehensive guide takes the mystery out of automotive heating and air conditioning. Instead of relying on scattered tips and trial-and-error repairs, you'll learn the principles, diagnostic procedures, and repair techniques needed to understand your vehicle's climate-control system.
Inside, you'll discover how to:
Written by an expert. Designed for enthusiasts who want to understand the why behind the repair.
Whether you're restoring a classic car, maintaining a daily driver, or determined to do more of your own automotive work, Jerry Clemons provides the practical instruction to help you tackle automotive HVAC with greater confidence.
Don't just replace parts and hope for the best. Learn how the system works, how to find the problem, and what it takes to fix it right.
Pages : 144
Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)
Format : Paperback / softback
Illustrations : 538 color photos
Publisher : CarTech
ISBN : 9781613255001
Product Code : SA458
About the Author
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: Introduction and History
History of Cabin Heating Systems
History of Air-Conditioning Systems
Evolution of Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems
Chapter 2: HVAC System
Working Safely
Legal Issues
Types of Refrigerant
Heat Transfer
Air Handling System Operation
Automatic Temperature Control and Dual Zone Systems
Chapter 3: AC Refrigeration Systems
Heat Transfer
Orifice Tube Systems
Operation of Each Major AC Component
Basic Cycle for TXV Systems
Chapter 4: Diagnosis of the AC System
Visual Inspection
Leak Testing
Performance Testing
Heat Load Testing
Chapter 5: Recovery, Evacuation, and Recharging the AC System
Refrigerant Identifiers
Recovering the Refrigerant
Evacuating the System
Charging the AC System
Oil for the AC System
Chapter 6: Repairing the AC System
Repairing and Replacing Parts
Component Flushing
Cleaning the Evaporator Core
Metering Devices
Dryer Devices
Compressor
Condenser
Evaporator Core
Retrofitting R12 Systems to R134a
Chapter 7: Electrical Operation and Repair of the HVAC System
Electrically Controlled Components
Diagnosing Electrical Problems
Electrical Testing
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Testing
Chapter 8: Heating System
Overview
Heating System Operation
Diagnosis
Repair Procedures
Source Guide
Glossary