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Technical instructor and HVAC expert Jerry Clemons completely covers both air-conditioning as well as heating systems, so you can save money repairing your own vehicle.

Covered is a history of HVAC systems, airflow throughout the system, the principles of refrigerant, diagnosis of common faults in older systems, testing procedures, and finally repair and, in the case of air conditioning, recharging your system. Also included is proper evacuation and disposal of any residual refrigerant in the system. Components such as compressors, condensers, evaporators and heater cores, pressure switches and climate control electrics and switches are also covered. Finally, for people with older cars, converting from the no-longer-available R-12 to R134a is detailed.

Automotive climate controls are a complex system and are difficult to repair without proper instruction. Whether you are trying to get your old classic back to its original form or are just looking to save on expensive repairs, author Jerry Clemons and this book provide the knowledge you will need to get your car back on the road and cruising in comfort.

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Technical instructor and HVAC expert Jerry Clemons completely covers both air-conditioning as well as heating systems, so you can save money repairing your own vehicle.

Covered is a history of HVAC systems, airflow throughout the system, the principles of refrigerant, diagnosis of common faults in older systems, testing procedures, and finally repair and, in the case of air conditioning, recharging your system. Also included is proper evacuation and disposal of any residual refrigerant in the system. Components such as compressors, condensers, evaporators and heater cores, pressure switches and climate control electrics and switches are also covered. Finally, for people with older cars, converting from the no-longer-available R-12 to R134a is detailed.

Automotive climate controls are a complex system and are difficult to repair without proper instruction. Whether you are trying to get your old classic back to its original form or are just looking to save on expensive repairs, author Jerry Clemons and this book provide the knowledge you will need to get your car back on the road and cruising in comfort.

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 

How to Repair Automotive Air-Conditioning & Heating Systems

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