Air Conditioning (A/C) is a great way to beat the heat, especially while driving. Driving in the summer heat can be exhausting if your air conditioner isn’t working properly. A/C is most needed in the summer, and to use it regularly, you must understand how to maintain a vehicle’s A/C. Proper maintenance ensures that it runs smoothly and saves you from having to pay exorbitant repair costs at the last minute, which is something we would all prefer to avoid.
Typically, a vehicle A/C service refers to a complete examination of errors or failures of an air conditioning system and rectifying them accordingly. As we all know, to make a car or heavy-duty vehicle run smoothly, it’s vital to follow a regular service program.
To function properly, air conditioning must be serviced regularly. If you ignore it, you will spend more money than necessary on fuel and possibly a compressor replacement. It can set you back thousands of dollars!
The air-conditioning system in your vehicle is composed of five major components:
The refrigerant (gas) flows to the condenser when the air conditioner is turned on. Fresh air from the atmosphere passes over the condenser, causing the gas to cool and turn into a liquid.
Before reaching a thermal expansion valve, the liquid passes through a receiver, removing impurities. By adjusting the flow of the liquid, you can control the temperature. As the liquid passes through the evaporator coils, it turns into a vapour, which is then blown into the cabin as cool air. By this point, the refrigerant has reverted to gas and returned to the compressor, ready for the process to begin again.
When your air conditioning isn’t working properly, it indicates there is a problem with your system. Here are a few of them:
One of the most common causes of a vehicle’s air conditioning system not blowing cold air is that it needs to be recharged. You can recharge your refrigerant on your own, but to save time and verify that the job is done correctly, you should make an appointment with your local automotive workshop, Wolverine Automotive in Fort St. John, BC, to get proper results.
The proficient automobile technicians at Wolverine Automotive can assist you in recharging your vehicle’s A/C system and making it properly operational. For more details, drop us a line at (250) 787-5559 to get proper assistance.
When your vehicle’s air conditioning system develops a refrigerant fluid leak, it cannot be easy to detect because refrigerant fluid instantly evaporates when it comes into contact with air.
A professional mechanic uses specialized tools to determine if there is a leak in the A/C system by introducing ultraviolet fluid to detect signs of low refrigerant pressure.
The following are symptoms of a refrigerant leak:
Another prevalent cause of problems in your car’s air conditioning system is the fan(s) motor located at the front of the vehicle’s motor. Whether your vehicle has one or two fans, the fan must be in good working order to keep you cool while also providing critical cooling to your engine.
The air conditioning system is one of the most important parts of an automobile. If it experiences technical glitches, it might lead to serious issues and sometimes car burnout or explosion. Here are some of the red flags that your A/C system needs service:
If your vehicle’s cooling is incongruent across all vents, you’re probably low on refrigerant. It is also possible that the decreasing refrigerant levels are the result of a leak. As a result, your mechanic should inspect the problem right away.
If the air conditioner is not blowing cold air, there could be a concern with the vehicle’s ventilation fan or that some of the hoses are loose. It could also be due to a buildup of dust, dirt, or mould in the system, making it difficult for the evaporator to function properly.
A strange odour wafting through the vents of the car shortly after you switch on your air conditioner shows that it needs some TLC. The smell is likely due to mould growth or a dirty cabin filter.
Is your vehicle’s air conditioner leaking water? This indicates a possible drain blockage, which, if ignored, could lead to greater and more costly problems.
Whether you are in need of A/C repair and maintenance or any other automotive services in Fort St. John, BC, the Wolverine Automotive professionals are available and happy to assist you. We have a team of professionals who give their best efforts every time to make your automobile functional the first time.
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Highly recommend Wolverine Automotive in FSJ - I was in town purchasing a used truck last week and they were able to squeeze me in for a last minute PPI. Not only were they very thorough/knowledgeable but they were also very kind and communicated clearly. Would definitely use them again if ever in FSJ!
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Shannon is so great to talk to . Very helpful and informative. Good spirit for the business . Really appreciate your help . Appreciation is more than words can describe .
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Had a failing U joint on my way down South. While every other shop was booked out weeks in advance, they were kind enough to squeeze me in the next day which allowed me to get back on the road! They were fast, professional and very friendly.
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I greatly appreciate their commitment to excellence in a time of great stress for me!
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Really happy with the service provided on a vehicle inspection. Level of detail was much greater than expected.
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When I'm booking my car in its always a pleasure talking to their staff. I love the up-to-date texts we get through the day with photos explaining how and why things are the way they are and the solutions they provide. I have always had good luck with the team here
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Great job great people
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They have the prettiest mechanic in the world
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Great service and friendly staff. Traveling though and had vehicle issues only ones that would take us in. Gave us a ride to and from our hotel for free, explained in detail about what the issue was and they were upfront about the price. Highly recommend A++
James Delamater Jan 20, 2022
They were honest and quick …had a truck in late they were glad to help.
Scott Zigart Nov 28, 2021
Really helpful and friendly people.
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Got me my moms vehicle in and out quickly and for a good price so we could drive home
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Matt and his team always come through great price great service.
Dwayne Wipf Sep 25, 2020
Awesome service! I was that type of person that walked in mid day and begged for them to fix my vehicle BUT also needed it back as I needed to head out to work that evening! They squeezed my vehicle in even though I noticed the parking lot was full of other vehicles too. Which they did warn me my vehicle may not be done that day. Of course I knew was fair . Matt was so informative and the girls were so friendly and awesome too. The techs here know what they're doing for sure. They drove me home and the girls quoted me how much I might be looking at for this service before they even went forward with anything! How awesome! When I paid it was right around there (even a little less) no hidden fees! Highly recommend this place! Thank you to ALL the Wolverine Staff who got my vehicle in and out in a timely manner!
Andrew Ojokojo Feb 19, 2019
Excellent service, great staff and quick
Linda Thornton Dec 19, 2018
During our trip from Alaska to Kansas my truck blew 3 spark plugs. They got us in fast, had great customer service, very knowledgeable mechanics and had us back on the road before any other shop would've even been able to get us in. If you're ever broke down near fort St John I'd definitely recommend them (They even gave us a follow up call a day later to make sure we made it safe. They're awesome)
James Paine Aug 14, 2018
I give them TWO THUMBS UP!
Craig Van Der Meer Feb 19, 2018
Awesome customer service
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