TECH TIP: CHRYSLER: ESP Lamp On Possible DTC C121A/C2205
The vehicle operator may experience an illumination of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) lamp on the vehicle instrument cluster. The ESP lamp illumination may be due to the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
A/C Update: Quieting a Kia Climate Control System
A redesigned A/C compressor disc and hub with better dampening characteristics can be retrofitted to some Kia’s A/C compressors to eliminate load noise.
A/C Update: Recharging A/C Compressor for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
This article will provide you with critical information on recovering and recharging the A/C compressor on a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.
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
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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,
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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?
Leak Detection Tools & Equipment
Having the right tools to help you find leaks can save time and effort, and reduce the risk of comebacks. This special section features some common types of leaks and what kind of equipment you can use to find them, as well as a Leak Detection Product Showcase.