Now is the time that you need your car’s air conditioner the most. It’s hot and humid in Willoughby Hills, Ohio, and you need cold refreshing air blowing through the vents. Willoughby Hills Auto Repair can service your vehicle’s air conditioner if you haven’t had it serviced in at least a year. Failing to service the AC can leave you stuck with hot air blowing through the vents instead of the cold and refreshing air that you look forward to every time you turn on the air conditioner. Let’s talk about common air conditioning problems below.
Clogged Condenser
The condenser will cause your vehicle’s AC to blow hot air if it is clogged or otherwise not working. The condenser is located directly behind the front grille. This means this air conditioning part is frequently pelted by dirt and debris. Dirt can clog the condenser and cause it to malfunction. Debris can dent the condenser and break it.
Electrical Issues
Your air conditioning system can also suffer from electrical problems and this will cause it to malfunction. One of the most common electrical problems is a failure of the on/off switch. You may also have a blown fuse that has tripped the air conditioning system into not working. The electrical wiring and relays can also experience issues that will prevent the AC system from turning on.
Fan Issues
When you press the AC switch and nothing happens, it’s possible that, again, there is a problem with the switch or the air conditioning fan isn’t working. You should hear your compressor turn on and the fan and you should immediately feel cooler air blowing through the vents. If this does not happen, you may have a fan issue that needs to be resolved or, as mentioned above, an electrical system problem.
Low Refrigerant Levels
The refrigerant levels can also affect how cool the air is that flows through the vents. When in its liquid form, the refrigerant can leak out of the hose connectors and form a gel. When it’s in its gas form, the refrigerant can evaporate. Charging the AC system annually helps ensure you always have plenty of refrigerant and cold air.
Malfunctioning Compressor
Finally, the Summer Olympics may be over but the compressor is an Olympic athlete. It loves to work and will malfunction if it doesn’t get enough work. If you haven’t used your vehicle’s AC in a long time, this can cause the compressor to malfunction.
Call Willoughby Hills Auto Repair in Willoughby Hills, OH, today for an AC inspection. We will make sure that your air conditioner is working properly throughout the summer.