If carefully read and understood, this manual should help any mechanic understand the fundamentals of air conditioning systems. It begins with a discussion of basic air conditioning theory, followed by a description of each of the components found in typical heating and air conditioning systems. Any real comprehension of what follows after that is only possible if the first two chapters are read and understood. The rest of the manual is devoted to routine maintenance, service procedures, repairs, and troubleshooting.
Basic theory of air conditioning system operation
Basic air conditioning and heating system components
Typical automotive air conditioning systems
Service and diagnostic tools
Heating and air conditioning system service and repair
Troubleshooting
Only two things are not included in this manual:
Removal and installation procedures
Compressor overhauls
Other than these two items, however, you will find most everything you need to know about how air conditioning systems work, how to maintain them, service them, troubleshoot them, and repair them in this manual.
