Our summers are relatively mild here in Kingston, Ontario, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want your car’s air conditioner to work when you need it. Auto Service Kingston can inspect the air conditioner now to make sure it will blow cold air when you first turn it on. Unfortunately, things can go wrong because you haven’t been using the air conditioner for months. Let’s talk about all of this below.
Malfunctioning Compressor
One air conditioning system part that wants to work all the time is the compressor. The fact that it hasn’t been run throughout the fall and winter can actually cause it to malfunction. We can test the compressor to make sure it is operating as it should be. Its primary responsibilities are to compress the refrigerant into liquid and then circulate the liquid throughout the air conditioning system.
Damaged Condenser
We will also inspect the condenser to make certain that it has not been damaged by road debris. It is easy for the condenser to get damaged because it is located behind the grille. The condenser can also get clogged. It uses air inlets to draw the outside air over the refrigerant to cool it off. We will make certain that your condenser is in excellent shape and free of clogs.
Damaged Condenser Fan
The condenser also runs a fan to help it keep the refrigerant cold. We will check the fan for damage and also test it to make certain it is running as it should be. If the condenser or the condenser fan is unable to cool off the refrigerant, you will end up with warm or hot air blowing into your passenger cabin. This does you no good in the heat of summer.
Electrical System Trouble
We will also inspect and test the air conditioner’s electrical system to make certain there is nothing going wrong. We will check the wiring to make sure it is in good shape and not frayed. We will test the fuses to make certain none of them are blown. We will check the relays and switches to ensure they are operating as they should be.
Low Refrigerant Levels
Finally, your air conditioning system needs plenty of refrigerant in it in order to blow cold air into your car, truck, or utility vehicle. We will check the refrigerant level and add refrigerant if necessary.
Call Auto Service Kingston in Kingston, ON, today to set up an appointment for an air conditioning system inspection for your automobile.