Automotive air conditioning-EAU 042 Unit:1

Ques 1: Describe basic refrigeration cycle with all its features? Pg. 161 Ques 2: Describe basic construction and working of different components of an air-conditioning system? (compressor, evaporator, condenser, metering device, FOT, TXV, hoses fittings) Ques 4: Briefly describe saturated liquid vapor line and Critical point? Ques 5: Sketch and describe T-s diagram of Vapor Compression Ques 6: Describe basic function of compressor with all its types? Ques 7: Describe relation between pressure and temperature of a refrigerant? Ques 8: Define refrigerant, Properties of an ideal refrigerant, Difference between R12 and R134a? Ques 9: Explain how refrigerant changes state within the air conditioning system? Ques 10: Describe how the refrigerant changes as it moves through the compressor? Ques 11: What are three specific tasks of the compressor? Ques 12: Describe the construction and working of an axial plate compressor? Ques 13: Describe how the action of the evaporator dehumidifies the air within the passenger compartment? Q14: describe the various mode of heat transfer and also explain how heat is removed by evaporation. (conduction, convection, radiation, condensation)

Unit:2
Q1: discuss the operation and construction of thermostatic expansion valve? Q2: explain how evaporator temperature is controlled in a fixed orifice tube refrigeration system. Q3: describe accumulator and receiver drier and also mention their use and the type of refrigerating system in which they are used. Q4. Describe the construction and operation of automotive heating system.

Q5.describe the function and operation of HVAC air distribution system. Q6. Discuss the different operating modes available in air distribution systems. Q7.discussthe airflow doors used in air distribution systems and how they operate. Q8.describe the operation of manual air distribution controls. Q9. Explain how Bowden cables and vacuum motors are used to position airflow doors in manual control systems. Q10.describe the air input and discharge options available in air distributions and benefits of each option. Q11.why a vacuum pump is used in the servicing of an air conditioning system. What is a recovery machine and why it is used.

Unit: 3
Q1.explain the methods and procedure used to recover recycle and evacuating a refrigeration system. Q2. Describe various refrigerant components and how they affect refrigeration system operation. Q3. Diagnose refrigeration system noises and odors. What are the various methods to test the leaks in refrigeration system? Q4. Explain the external factors affecting refrigeration system operation. Q5 explain how to perform refrigeration system diagnosis by observing suction and discharge pressures. Q6. Describe the construction of hoses used in refrigerating system. Q7.how various components of the refrigerating system are replaced. Describe the process in sequential manner. Q8.how refrigeration system quick tests and performance test are done. Explain their importance also. Q9. Diagnose air distribution problems such as insufficient airflow, inadequate cooling or heating and incorrect discharge air location. Q10. Describe how computers are used in automatic temperature control systems to control all operating aspects of the air distribution system. Q11.what are the factors which affects human comfort.what is the temperature and humidity range most suitable for humans

Unit4
Q1 explain how dual zone climate control works. Discuss the purpose of cabin air filters and describe how they are serviced. Q2 explain the construction and working of TXV. where is it located in the refrigerating system. Q3.explain how oil balance is maintained within the refrigerating system. Q4. Explain the procedure of orifice tube replacement. Q5. Explain the process of evaporator replacement? How evaporator cleaning is done. Q6. Explain the procedure of condenser replacement? Q7. Prepare a diagnostic chart for the orifice tube refrigeration system. Q8. Prepare the diagnostic chart for the thermostatic expansion valve. Q9.what is retrofit? Explain the procedure required to retrofit an R-12 refrigeration system. Q10.what are refrigerant identifiers and why are they used. Q11.write short notes on a) Leak detectors b) Fluorescent dye systems c)bubble testing