Common Car Air Conditioning Problems

The Importance of Car Air Conditioning

Owning a car requires love and care. Do you believe that? Just like people, cars also need to be taken care of otherwise its performance may likely deteriorate. The air conditioning system, being one of the integral parts of a vehicle should be well-maintained. If you notice any trouble or anything that may seem not to be functioning well, make sure to get it serviced immediately.

Remember that air conditioning system is your escapade from the pricking heat of the summer while traveling unless it is no longer blowing cold air. So before the damage worsens, it is best to have it checked by a mechanic. As you all know minor repairs cost lesser than major ones, so don’t wait for your air condition to stop producing air at all.

What you need to do is to have your electrical components and controls checked. Controls such as the capacitors, sump heat, contractors, circuit boards, relays and other accessories are your primary concern. Why? Defective electrical components entail decline in performance level and may cause further trouble while in use.

Let me show you common car air conditioning problems:

1. Low Refrigerant Levels.

This will lead to the inefficiency of air conditioner to produce cold air and may cause overheating. Simply put, once you have a refrigerant level that is less than what is required, the system is forced to work harder than normal. Thus, may cause some malfunction in the system. Just like humans do, if we abuse our body by working too hard than what we are able to may lead to some unpleasant conditions.

Lowering of the refrigerant level may be an indication of leakage inside the system that may need immediate repair. You may add more refrigerant but remember this is only a temporary solution. You need to know where the leak is and have it repaired.

2. Blockage or Debris

Make sure to regularly have your condensing unit checked for possible debris or blockage. As such, you are not only attending to the upkeep of your air condition but also preventing any general damage of the car.

3. Unusual Short Cycling Sound

Compressors must also be regularly checked to avoid problem. Typically, if you can hear any unusual sound from your car’s system, that is already a signal that something is wrong and might incur future damage. So, to avoid experiencing major car repair it is best to bring it to auto shops immediately.

4. Filter Blockage

Anything that blocks is not good. It can cause inefficiency on your car system’s performance. Normally, blockage is cause by excessive accumulation of dirt so you need to clean it up also from time to time.

To avoid going into so much trouble, make sure that these problems does not occur by having your car regularly checked and well-maintained. Keep it clean inside and out.

Author Bio:

Howard J. Fleischmann Sr. is the owner of Community Tire Pros and Auto Repair…offering complete automotive repair as well as tire repair and replacement service, car air conditioning to both domestic and import vehicles.