Air Conditioning

How does the A/C system work?

The Air Conditioning system cools and dehumidifies air using a refrigerant to cool the air in the passenger compartment.  

What kind of maintenance should I be doing on Vehicle’s Air Conditioning System?

Air conditioning systems require minimal maintenance. Usually just a visual inspection per the manufacturer’s recommended schedule unless there are symptoms that may indicate a problem.

How do I know if my vehicle’s Air Conditioning System needs repairs?

You will normally only be seeking service on your car’s A/C system when you notice a decrease in its cooling capability or when it isn’t working at all.  Your mechanic will most likely diagnose the cause of an A/C problem by performing various tests to detect leaks or other problems with the system.

Common car A/C system services include:

·     Visually inspect vehicle air conditioning system

·      Diagnose the small leaks in your car’s A/C to eliminate waste

·      “Charge”, or recharge the refridgerant in your vehicle’s A/C system

·     Convert or retrofit your A/C from Freon to the newer R-134a

·     If system cannot be retrofitted then new compressor may be installed

My mechanic is recommending a “Retrofit” what does that mean?

Should a major problem arise in your 1994 or older vehicle, a retrofit may be needed. Retrofitting includes the installation of new parts that will allow your vehicle to use the newer more "environmentally friendly" refrigerant, R-134a. The two different types of refrigerants (Freon and R-134a) cannot be intermixed.

Dynamic Auto Repair in Farmington Hills services the needs of Bloomfield, Southfield, Farmington Hills, Novi, West Bloomfield, Livonia.

Dynamic Auto Repair
32661 Northwestern Hwy
Farmington Hills, MI 48334