{"product_id":"the-automotive-hvac-handbook-j-kriz-9798258798466","title":"The Automotive HVAC Handbook: Principles, Components, and Service","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Automotive HVAC Handbook\u003c\/b\u003e bridges the gap between basic theory and expert-level field diagnostics. Written for technicians who demand to know the \u003ci\u003ewhy\u003c\/i\u003e behind the \u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e, this guide moves beyond simple recharging to tackle the complex \"ghosts\" in the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Inside: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Physics of Heat: \u003c\/b\u003e A deep dive into thermodynamics and the refrigeration cycle, tailored for automotive applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe R-1234yf Evolution: \u003c\/b\u003e Why modern refrigerant is more prone to leakage and how to master the specialized tools and \"Forming Gas\" tests required to find microscopic faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLogic Gates \u0026amp; Electrical Architecture: \u003c\/b\u003e Deciphering the \"A\/C Enable\" logic chain. Learn how the ECM uses sensor data (AND\/OR logic) to protect the system and why it might be \"blocking\" your compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHunting the Ghost: \u003c\/b\u003e A masterclass in intermittent electrical faults, including common wiring \"rub-through\" locations, terminal tension loss, and using a Lab Scope to see glitches that a scan tool misses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEV \u0026amp; Hybrid Thermal Management: \u003c\/b\u003e Understanding the transition to high-voltage PTC heaters and the reversing-valve logic of modern heat pump systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e J. Kriz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798258798466\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/25\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.22lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d","brand":"J. Kriz","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48801451245823,"sku":"9798258798466","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-automotive-hvac-handbook-j-kriz-9798258798466","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}