The last thing you need in the summer is a car that can’t keep you comfortable during the hot and humid days. Because of the strain an air conditioning system goes through, it’s always good to continue with maintenance and checkups to make sure everything is in working order. Sometimes however, your air conditioning system is a little bit more tricky, and out of your control. If you’re experiencing a lack of air conditioning in your car, make sure you know what the culprit might be before waving the white flag.
Airflow
As stated before, make sure you’ve been performing routine maintenance on the car every few thousand miles, ensuring that nothing has gotten in the way of the air filters, intakes, and air conditioning vents. The problem here lies within the vehicle’s ability to suck in air, thus making it harder for the air conditioning system to be able to blow cool air. Changing your vents and checking the ducts are great steps in ensuring you’ve got adequate airflow from all sides.
No Refrigerant
One of the other causes of AC loss is the lack of refrigerant in your car, which is what keeps the air cool. If you’re getting air but it’s not cold, you may have run out of this, which can be a bad sign. While you can use a product from local auto stores to ‘recharge’ the system, it typically points to a larger issue within the car.
Compressor Issue
Locating your air conditioning compressor is a great way to diagnose the issue as well. Turn your car on and blast the air conditioning to see if it is in working order. If your compressor doesn’t begin working, you may have a larger electrical issue, or may need to purchase a new compressor and have it installed. If this is the case, make sure you bring it somewhere to have the work done correctly and without issue.