Car air conditioners not only keep you cool but also remove humidity from the cabin, so it is essential to have a fully functional air conditioner, even in the winter, to counteract a foggy windscreen.
Air conditioning units are made up of many components which require care and attention to ensure they do not dry out or crack, which could lead to coolant leaks and more.
A regular car service will check for obvious faults which may be associated with the air conditioning system, such as drive belt tension, visible signs of refrigerant leaks and loose or faulty compressor or equipment mounting brackets, but it is good practice to have a comprehensive air con service.
When you visit Warrandyte Auto Electrics, trained mechanics will perform a series of checks, balances, repairs and replacements to get your air conditioner in top condition.
If your car air conditioner isn’t running efficiently, needs a re-gas, or you haven’t had it serviced for a long time, now is your moment. Contact us for further information or to make a booking.
Car air conditioning systems – everything you need to know and more
Want to know exactly what is undertaken when your car air conditioner is serviced?
- Inspection of drive belts and pulleys
- Check operation of valves and thermostats
- Inspection of hoses and components
- Evacuate system and recover refrigerant (weigh amount and record)
- Add required amount of refrigerant oil
- Charge system with recommended refrigerant type and capacity (if required)
- Condenser temperature check
- Suction line temperature reading
- Leak test system lines and components with an electronic leak detector
- Run vehicle to check air vent temperature and report
Protecting the environment
Refrigerant gas is extremely damaging to the ozone layer and any gas that is irresponsibly released into the atmosphere harms the environment and contributes to global warming. By law, all refrigerant gas must be recycled
If you want to know more about your car’s air conditioner or maintaining it check out our blog for hints and tips.
