MACS Issues Reminder on Refrigerant Usage in Mobile A/C Service
The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide strongly recommends the use of a refrigerant identifier during mobile A/C service to inform the technician of the chemical content of the refrigerant in a mobile A/C system and to verify the content and purity of refrigerant purchased in cylinders.
MACS Issues Reminder On Refrigerant Usage in Mobile A/C Service
The 2011 mobile A/C service and repair season is approaching and the potential of increased cost of HFC-134a is a source of concern for the mobile A/C aftermarket. The concern is that market conditions will lead to improper refrigerant substitutions in mobile A/C systems. The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide strongly recommends the use
A/C Service Tools and Equipment Meeting the Latest Requirements
The automotive industry’s constant change means new business and new tools. In light of recent A/C changes, Mike DuBois shares information and suggestions for making tool and equipment-buying decisions to meet new requirements.
A/C Update: Flush Service Guidelines for GM Hybrids
What you may have thought was just another air conditioning system on a similar non-hybrid vehicle will not be the same on a hybrid vehicle. The following article explains flushing procedures and the unique lubricants exclusive to General Motors hybrid vehicles.
New Bosch A/C Refrigerant Handling Systems Offer Speed, Accuracy, Reliability and Automated Operation
Bosch’s new ACS 620 and ACS 625 Digital A/C Refrigerant Handling Systems are fully automated, accurate and user friendly, and are fully compliant with the J2788 standard. Featuring a swivel control turret housing with an LCD display and easy-to read gauges, the new R134a refrigerant recovery/recycle/recharge systems are equipped with a large 6 CFM vacuum pump, an easy-access refrigerant filter for quick maintenance and patented manifold assembly that increases machine uptime – and therefore shop revenue.
Tech Tip: J2788 Test Equipment Needed to Diagnose and Recharge Today’s A/C Units
In order to remove all the refrigerant from later-model vehicles during the recovery process, a J2788-compliant A/C machine is required. This is due to later-model vehicles using less refrigerant, which older A/C machines cannot fully recover, leading to potential problems.
Mobile A/C Best Service Practices Checklists Available to the Industry
The Climate Protection Partnership division of the U.S. EPA has partnered with the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide to make available six mobile air conditioning best service practices checklists to help the automotive service professional provide environmentally and technically proper mobile A/C system service and repairs. These checklists enumerate Best Practices for A/C Service,
Bosch Diagnostics Offers Full Range of Equipment for Engine Management and Wheel/Tire Systems
Bosch offers an array of diagnostic test and service equipment that includes a full range of diagnostic tools for engine management and electrical/electronic systems, as well as a broad line of wheel, tire, and brake service equipment.
Diagnosing A/C Systems with Automatic Climate Control
Diagnosis is often the biggest challenge, especially if the cause of a no-cooling problem is not obvious. Is it the refrigeration circuit, an electrical problem or a control issue?
Bar’s Leaks Professional A/C Stop Leak & Sealer is Low-Cost Insurance Against Customer Comebacks
Bar’s Products has lowered the trade price of Bar’s Leaks Professional A/C Stop Leak & Sealer (p/n AC-1) to less than $12 per bottle, making it cost-effective for use in every air conditioning service technicians perform. The product is part of the Bar’s Leaks Professional DiFM line designed specifically for professional technicians.