A new report has revealed which cars cost most when their air-conditioning systems go wrong. An estimated half-a-million air-conditioning systems fail each year and - with an average repair cost of £445.60 - it means that fixing the systems costs an annual £220 million. The car that costs the most to put right, according to the survey by Warranty Direct, is the Volkswagen Sharan S TDI, which costs, on average, £1,578.93 when its air-conditioning fails. Second most expensive to repair is the Honda FR-V Sport, at £1,348.26, followed by the Toyota Land Cruiser at £1,294.27 and the Porsche Boxster S at £1,285.38, said Warranty Direct. Seat's Alhambra and the old-model Ford Galaxy are also among the dearest to repair, although the top 10 also includes executive models and sports cars, all of which produced garage bills topping £1,000. "Air-conditioning units are one of the most expensive parts of a car to fix, because the systems are often very complex," says Warranty Direct's Duncan McClure Fisher.

"It's not just the cost of parts that motorists have to shell out when things go wrong; the labour costs can be very high simply because it's not easy to get to a car's air-con system to fix it." Air-conditioning failures represent 1.65 per cent of all breakdowns recorded by Warranty Direct. MAKE / MODEL / AVERAGE REPAIR COST Volkswagen Sharan S £1,578.93 Honda FR-V Sport £1,348.26 Toyota Land Cruiser £1,294.27 Porsche Boxster S £1,285.38 Seat Alhambra £1,278.59 Mercedes CLK 430 £1,100.54 Volkswagen Golf GTI £1,050.22 Ford Galaxy £1,044.63 Audi A6 £1,044.57 Mercedes ML270 £1,014.97 *All examples were between three and six years old at the time of breakdown.Your browser is not supported. To view this site you can download a newer version of Internet Explorer. How we can help? At Auto Super Shoppes we have invested in the latest computerised car air conditioning repair equipment. We want you to have confidence in our team when booking in for a car air conditioning service.

If you are about to head off on a long journey with your family, keeping your car cool and comfortable is a great way to keep everyone happy. The safety aspects of a well maintained car air-conditioning system are sadly often overlooked. Your air-conditioning system aids to control the humidity levels in your car, stopping drivers from becoming drowsy. We all know how fast a windscreen fogs up, especially if you drive a people mover and have just picked up a load of wet and dirty kids! With one push of the A/C button your windscreen will quickly demist. We have seen the emergence recently of mobile air conditioning servicemen leaving their customers confused and frustrated as their air con breaks down not long after a service. This happens because some mobile mechanics only top up the gas, failing to give the system the lubrication it needs to run smoothly. We guarantee a complete and comprehensive service. Topping up both the gas and lubricant are included as a normal part of our service to you.

You can save a lot of money by booking in for an air-conditioning service too. If the gas gets too low, it can damage your air conditioning pump, which will cost thousands to fix. We recommend getting this seen to every 3 to 4 years, as your car will have lost half of its gas after 4 years. Our service involves discharging, recharging and lubricating your refrigerant system. gas electric hvac unitIf applicable to your vehicle, we also test the compressor oil and change it if required.how much copper is in an ac unit Have you heard the saying "prevention is better than the cure"? price of a 3 ton ac unitWhen it comes to your vehicle this is so true and will absolutely hands-down keep your automotive expenses to a minimum.

For friendly advice contact us for an obligation-free quote.Import Auto Care is the leader in the Cuyahoga Falls area for a complete range of automotive air conditioning repair services. At Import Auto Care, all auto ac repairs and services are performed by our team of ASE-Certified technicians who know a vehicle's HVAC system inside and out and have completed coursework in conjunction with EPA approved auto ac programs. Our services for auto ac systems are comprehensive and include inspection for leaks. When the temperatures around the Cuyahoga Falls area begin to rise, Import Auto Care knows our customers appreciate nothing more than a nicely cooled, comfortable, and well air conditioned car or truck. Over the life of a vehicle however, fittings in a vehicle's AC system may loosen, o-rings, seals, and hoses wear down, and what used to be a refreshingly artic blast - stops! Get back on the roads of the greater Cuyahoga Falls area cooled down again quickly with service from Import Auto Care today!

Our HVAC services include the following: Discharge Air Temperature Sensor High Pressure Safety Valve Is it necessary to recharge my vehicle's AC system?If your car's air conditioner is no longer cooling the air as it should, low refrigerant levels (due to a slow leak) are usually the problem. This is especially a possibility if the air has gradually gotten warmer over a few weeks or if you're turning your A/C back on after not using it over the winter. A can of A/C Pro will recharge your system with refrigerant while also automatically sealing small leaks in the rubber gaskets or hoses. It's simple and anyone can do it in about 10-15 minutes, no additional tools required. Here's how:Step-by-step instructionsStart your car and turn on the air conditioner to its maximum cool setting with the blower set to high.  Open the hood and look to see if the A/C compressor is running. It should cycle on and off; when on,  the center of the pulley will be spinning. The compressor has to be running before you can check the refrigerant pressure.

If it is not turning on at all, it is often because there is no refrigerant left in the system; to check, proceed to step 7, add ½ can of refrigerant, and see if the compressor then turns on.    Locate the A/C system's low-pressure service port. Two metal tubes come out of the A/C compressor; the low-pressure port will be on the larger of those two tubes and is the only port on which the A/C Pro hose will properly fit. You can check the online port locator on the A/C Pro website for help in finding your low-pressure port. Remove the plastic cap from the port and save it, so you can put it back in place when you are finished.   Unscrew the pressure gauge and hose from the top of the A/C Pro can, and then remove the red-and-white plastic shipping disk from the can. Discard the shipping disk.    Attach the quick-connect fitting on the end of the recharge hose to your low-pressure service port. Simply push the fitting onto the port until it clicks. Do NOT pull the trigger on the hose assembly until it is attached to the A/C Pro can (in step 7), as that would allow refrigerant to leak out of the system.  

When the compressor cycles on, check the refrigerant pressure with the gauge. To do so, rotate the dial on the gauge until the center arrow in the "V" on the clear plastic lens points to the ambient (outside) temperature (if temperature is between 85°-115°F, point the red arrow to 85°). If the needle on the gauge is past the "V," read step 2 and make sure the compressor is running. If the compressor is running and the needle is in the red, do not attempt to recharge—contact A/C Pro support for help. If the needle shows a pressure below the "V," proceed to the next step to add refrigerant. Pull the ring back to disconnect the recharge hose from the vehicle, and then screw the hose and gauge assembly onto the top of the can. Shake the can well, and reattach the quick-connect fitting to the low-pressure service port. Squeeze the trigger to begin charging. While charging, rotate the can between the 12 o'clock (upright) and 3 o'clock (sideways) position every few seconds. Every 10-15 seconds, release the trigger to check the pressure on the gauge.

(The gauge will read "0" while the trigger is pulled.) The system will be properly charged when the pressure is within the "V" on the dial, and your car's vents are once again blowing cold air. Do NOT overcharge the system by going above the "V" or past the green zone on the gauge.  If it takes less than the full can of A/C Pro to recharge your system, simply leave the gauge and hose on the can, disconnect the hose from the low-pressure port, and store the can in a cool, dry location. If the can seems empty, hold it upside down and pull the trigger for one minute before disconnecting it from the low-pressure port to make sure all of the product has been dispensed. You can then remove and save the recharge hose for future use and discard the empty can. For California customers: Do NOT discard the can, but rather, return it to the store for a deposit.  If you have questions or need help, contact A/C Pro support at 1-888-318-5454. Important Walmart Disclaimer: Proper service and repair procedures are vital to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of those performing the repairs and those riding in the motor vehicles.

Standard safety procedures and precautions (including use of safety goggles and other safety equipment, proper tools and equipment) should be followed at all times to limit the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.  Personal injury could result from the failure to take adequate safety precautions when repairing or maintaining your vehicle.  Although this material has been prepared with the intent to provide reliable information, no warranty or representation (express or implied), including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, is made as to its accuracy or completeness. Neither is any liability assumed for loss or damage of any kind resulting from reliance on this material and Wal-Mart shall not be liable for any loss or damage of any kind resulting from reliance on this material.  Users employ the information contained in this material at their own risk.  This material is provided only as a helpful guide and does not replace the information and instructions contained in the motor vehicle's owner's manual and product manufacturer's recommendations.