MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app is now available for download for MACS members
June 5, 2017
In response to MACS member needs and changing technology MACS has partnered with Shiftmobility to create the MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app for use on mobile devices. The app will...Read Article >
Gen 2 Ridgeline cools with R-1234yf
January 18, 2017
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor The 2017 Ridgeline is the second generation of Honda’s midsize pickup truck, redesigned and brought back in June 2016 following a short 2...Read Article >
While my water pump gently weeps…apologies to George Harrison
December 12, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Most modern engines use some type of water pump to circulate antifreeze through the engine and heat exchangers to regulate operating temperature. Many...Read Article >
Ford A/C provides more than just cool air
September 28, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Over the years Ford has been at the forefront of automotive engineering and design, and not just in the styling and horsepower departments but...Read Article >
More in common with an IT specialist
September 23, 2016
“…more than 30 hours of information, education and training…"Read Article >
GMC hits the road with R-1234yf
September 22, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor It was during the general session meeting on Thursday morning at MACS 2016 Trade Show in Orlando that we first learned about GM’s intention...Read Article >
Insufficient A/C performance at idle
September 8, 2016
On some 2013 Chevrolet Sparks, the air conditioning duct temperature may be 10°F (5.6°C) warmer at idle, but is sufficient while driving . Verify that the A/C pressures are...Read Article >
Denso uses A/C to alert drowsy drivers
September 6, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor The basic technology has been around for a while now, going back at least 10 years on Toyota and some luxury car brands such...Read Article >
What does desiccant look like after 16 years?
August 26, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor We’ve all heard this word before, probably for the first time during one of our HVAC (heating, ventilating and air conditioning) classes when we...Read Article >
A new retrofit
June 16, 2016
Joe Randazzo of Randazzo’s Auto Service, Lansdale, PA invited us over to see his new retrofit of a 1987 Camaro I-ROC. If you’re a service professional and not a...Read Article >
Where can I find…?
June 6, 2016
By Elvis L. Hoffpauir, MACS president and COO The member request started out like this: “I need help or if you can send me the right contact. I need...Read Article >
Do you know the basic principles of mobile A/C diagnostics?
June 1, 2016
The June 2016 issue of MACS ACTION Magazine challenges you on your knowledge of mobile A/C diagnostics. Download now to see if you really know what you think you know.Read Article >