Are you looking to get your heating and cooling system fixed up for fall? You’re looking in the right place! We have troubleshooting tips for your A/C and heater and can help you getting it running right again. Before fall and winter set in, stop by our auto service center for A/C auto repairs!
Troubleshooting auto service tips for your A/C
Do you have problems with your A/C cooling down your car or your heater warming up the cabin? There could be a variety of issues happening with your cooling and heating systems – and some have easy fixes! When trying to determine what’s wrong with your used car’s air conditioning and heater, keep these auto service tips in mind:
A/C Troubleshooting Tip #1: Check for debris blocking the air from getting over the condenser. If your air is blowing cool but not cold, you could have something blocking the air flow. Remove debris like bugs, dirt, and leaves that could be stopping the cold air from getting through.
A/C Troubleshooting Tip #2: Inspect the cabin air filter. Over time, the air filter can become clogged with dust and dirt – that’s its job! However, too much in the air filter can stop the air from flowing in making your cabin an uncomfortable temperature. To clear the filter, just shake it out or have it replaced!
A/C Troubleshooting Tip #3: One of the most frequent causes of a malfunctioning air conditioner is a leak. When checking for a leak, examine the sealant on the pressure switches, the hoses on the compressor, and check for pin holes in the condenser.
Soon, the temperatures will begin to drop and you’ll want the heater in your used car in its best shape! If you’re facing trouble with the heater, you’re more than likely having issues with your coolant levels. If you have low coolant level, your radiator will not be able to circulate completely and harness the heat from your car’s engine.
Low coolant levels happen over time, or quickly if you have a leak. Our Service experts in can inspect your entire heating system, including the coolant, radiator, heater core, and thermostat.
A leak in your radiator could depreciate your coolant levels causing your heater to not warm up.
The heater core transports hot coolant through the tube, causing the cabin to heat up. If there is a problem with the heater core, the cabin will not be able to get warm.
Your thermostat can also cause trouble with your heating system! If the thermostat is stuck open, there will be no coolant moving through the radiator hose which prevents your heater from working.
Don’t spend the fall or winter season uncomfortable in your car!
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