Autel Auto Heating and Air Conditioning (6th Edition) Textbook

The Auto Heating and Air Conditioning (6th Edition) Textbook by Chris Johanson and Scott Norman is a comprehensive educational resource designed for automotive students, technicians, and industry professionals seeking a deeper understanding of vehicle heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Recommended as pre-course reading for the Autel Academy Advanced HVAC Training Program, this textbook helps learners build a strong foundation before participating in advanced hands-on training.

Combining technical theory with real-world service applications, the textbook provides detailed instruction on automotive refrigeration systems, heating systems, engine cooling systems, and modern electronic climate control technologies. Readers gain a thorough understanding of how HVAC systems operate, how components interact, and how to accurately diagnose and repair common system faults.

The book covers essential industry practices, including refrigerant recovery, recycling, handling procedures, and environmental regulations. It also explores both manual and automatic temperature control systems found in today's vehicles, giving technicians the knowledge needed to service a wide range of automotive climate control applications.

Designed to align with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification standards, particularly ASE Test A7, this textbook serves as a valuable study guide for certification preparation while also functioning as a practical reference for daily repair work. Detailed illustrations, service procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and hands-on learning exercises help reinforce key concepts and improve technical skills.

The 6th Edition includes updated information covering advanced HVAC technologies found in hybrid and electric vehicles, ensuring readers stay current with evolving automotive systems and industry best practices.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive automotive HVAC training textbook
• Written by Chris Johanson and Scott Norman
• Recommended pre-reading for the Autel Academy Advanced HVAC Training Course
• Covers automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Explains refrigeration cycles and HVAC operating principles
• Detailed coverage of heating systems and engine cooling systems
• Includes electronic climate control system diagnostics
• Covers refrigerant recovery, recycling, and environmental regulations
• Addresses both manual and automatic temperature control systems
• Supports ASE A7 Heating and Air Conditioning certification preparation
• Features illustrations, troubleshooting procedures, and real-world service examples
• Includes updated content for hybrid and electric vehicle HVAC systems

What's Included:

• 1 × Auto Heating and Air Conditioning (6th Edition) Textbook