With summer about to start and the temperatures finally heating up, this is the time of year when air conditioning problems are often noticed. After a long winter of not being used, the air conditioning system may have a range of problems that have been hidden during this period of dormancy. But what are the causes of common car air conditioning problems? And how can these problems be avoided?
So what are the causes of common car air conditioning problems?
Well, there are a number of factors that can cause issues with your car’s air conditioning system. These include:
- Low refrigerant levels- This is one of the most common causes of problems for car A/C systems. Refrigerant is essential to the process, as this is what is circulated as a gas to cool the air within the vehicle. Over time, this gas can slowly leak out, especially in older vehicles, or those with a leak. Seals can dry out when the air conditioning is not used over winter for example, causing refrigerant leaks. This can lead to the air conditioning blowing warm air, and not cooling your vehicle properly.
- Leaks in the system- Leaks can happen at various points in the A/C system, including hoses, connections, or even the compressor. These leaks can be tiny, which makes them hard to spot without proper tools. A small leak over a long time can lead to a significant problem or issue.
- Faulty compressors- The compressor is the heart of your car’s A/C system. It pumps the refrigerant around the system. If it fails, the system won’t work at all. Compressors can break down for several reasons, from wear and tear, to electrical faults, or even being left unused for too long. Again, because we might not use A/C much in the colder months, compressors can seize up from this lack of use. As such, running your A/C for a few minutes every couple of weeks, even in winter, can help prevent this.
- Blocked or dirty condensers- The condenser is positioned at the front of the car, usually near the radiator, and this is designed to cool down the refrigerant after it’s been compressed. Because of its location, it’s often exposed to dirt, road debris, and even dead leaves. Over time, this can clog it up or cause damage, causing the air conditioning system to not work properly.
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