Tire & Auto Care Caps 4 A Cause Retread Plant Video Tour Have a question for our experts? our contact us form. Zurcher's Best-One Tire & Auto Care, 18 yrs. of experience Best-One Tire & Service of Princeton, IN, 38 yrs. of experience Best-One Tire & Service of Richmond, 34 yrs. of experience Patriot's Best-One Tire & Auto Care, 19 yrs. of experience Director of Retail Development Best-One Tire & Service, 25 yrs. of experience Best-One Tire & Service of Lima, 13 yrs. of experience 27 yrs. of experienceMy Car’s Air Conditioner Isn’t Working! Perhaps you’ve found yourself in the following situation: You turn on your vehicle’s air conditioner, only to find that it’s blowing warm air, or no air at all. Not only is this frustrating, but it can be very uncomfortable. Problems with a vehicle’s air conditioning system can present themselves in a number of ways. Here are some of the questions we frequently receive:

Why is my car’s air conditioner blowing warm air? This is likely happening because the air conditioning unit is low on refrigerant. When your system’s refrigerant is low, not only could it overheat, but it’s also not getting the lubrication it needs to function efficiently. Running a poorly functioning air condition system can cause serious damage, so be sure to leave it off until you can take your vehicle to a qualified Best-One® Tire & Service technician.no power to ac unit My air conditioner is working, but it produces a strange odor. ac unit options Air conditioners, like most equipment, must be clean in order to function properly. central ac units problemsOver time, bacteria and mold can accumulate in your system. When this happens, your local Best-One retailer can help you rectify the problem with a good cleaning.

When I turn on my air conditioner, I hear it running, but no cool air comes out. This could be caused by a number of reasons: Your system could be low on refrigerant, or there could be a problem with the evaporator. Your local Best-One dealer can run specialized diagnostics tests to determine the problem’s source. My car’s air conditioner is producing cold air, but it’s coming out the wrong vents. When there is a problem with your car’s air distribution controls (which is the system that directs the air to either the dash, floor, or defrost vents), the air is directed to the floor or defrost vents by default. Typically, this happens when a vacuum line is loose, broken, or missing. A Best-One technician can help get your air conditioner running smoothly once again. Do I need to recharge my A/C? A car’s air conditioning system only needs to be recharged when the refrigerant is leaking. Over time, seals can dry out or break, especially if you do not use your air conditioning year round. 

It’s important to remember that your air conditioning unit should not leak, and if a leak is found it needs to be addressed immediately. How do I make sure my car’s air conditioner is ready for the summer? Regular maintenance is key. In order to avoid air conditioning problems before they start, have your air conditioning system checked on a routine basis—roughly every two years. Call your local Best-One retailer today to schedule an appointment to keep your car’s air conditioner running smoothly. Larry Knicely, Best-One Tire & Service Expert Panelist Powered by Net Driven The AC compressor is considered the heart of the air conditioning system, since it pumps compressed refrigerant throughout the system. And it plays a critical role in the complex process, that makes sure that your car stays cool when you want it to. Turning on your AC on a regular basis can help keep parts lubricated and running smoothly. But, if it takes too long to cool down the cabin, an inspection may be necessary.

Ask your service advisor to have your AC compressor checked when there is a significant change in the quality of air, or there’s just no cold air coming out of the vents. Without a functioning compressor, the A/C system will not be able to create cool air in the summer and might not be able to defrost in the winter. If the compressor fails, the rest of the system fails with it. As there’s no way to move the refrigerant through the system. If ignored long enough, you may need to replace the clutch or the even the entire compressor. From a safety standpoint, there is little safety risk, but the air in the cabin can become uncomfortable. From an environmental point of view, there is significant impact because leaking refrigerant is poisonous and could be ingested by children, pets and other animals. Victory Auto Service & GlassThere’s nothing worse than your car’s air conditioning calling it quits partway through the summer. But just because your car’s AC unit can’t keep its cool doesn’t mean you have to lose yours.

ATC has put together a list of pro tips for troubleshooting the most common car air conditioning issues. Check them out so you can get your car’s AC back up and running in no time! On the side of the road is one of the furthest places you can be from the side of the beach. You may also be interested in checking out our top 5 summer car care tips. If you set your AC to its max setting only to be met with air that’s weak at best coming through the vents, there could be a blockage of some kind obstructing the airflow. Here’s what to look for: Refrigerant is the fluid that allows your car’s AC unit to pump out cold air. But a unit that runs on too little or no refrigerant will completely lose its cool factor. If your system is blowing out hot or lukewarm air, it’s likely due to a refrigerant leak. When air conditioning units are installed in cars, the system is sealed internally and should, in theory, stay that way. But inner AC parts are notorious for getting damaged easily and springing leaks.

The issue with a potential refrigerant leak is that once liquid refrigerant escapes the system, it instantly turns into an odorless, colorless gas. So you won’t see refrigerant in a puddle under your car. The most effective method for determining where the leaks in your air conditioning unit lie is to reload the system with refrigerant and a special dye (available at auto supply stores). After using the unit for a few days (you should have a brief return of cold air), shine a UV light under the hood with the AC running. You should be able to see where leaks are located, highlighted by the dye’s escape points. The problem with your car’s AC unit could just be a simple fix or it may require multiple parts to be replaced. Figuring out where the issue is coming from is definitely half the battle. Students enrolled in ATC’s automotive technology programs get to learn the science behind many of your car’s complex systems and how to keep them working in optimal condition.