It may still be winter in Killeen, Texas, but let’s talk about your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s air conditioning system for just a moment. You do not want to flip it on for the first time this summer only to have warm or hot air blowing out of the vents. Ashton Automotive & Performance can inspect your AC in the spring to make sure you won’t run into any problems when you need it. We are going to list the common reasons why your car’s air conditioner cannot produce cold air below.
Condenser Clogs or Damage
The condenser is located directly behind the front grille. Its location helps it to keep the refrigerant cool so that the air that flows through the vents is cold. The condenser uses the outside air and a fan to cool off the refrigerant. Unfortunately, due to its location, the condenser can get clogged by dirt and road debris. The road debris can also damage the condenser and cause it to malfunction.
Malfunctioning Condenser Fan
The road debris might also damage the condenser fan, which could render it useless in cooling off the hot refrigerant. The condenser fan can also go bad because of its age. You will hear the condenser fan turn on when you turn on your car’s air conditioner. If you don’t hear the fan even though the compressor has started functioning, you are going to end up with warm air blowing through the vents.
AC Electrical System Problems
An air conditioning system electrical problem can also cause the condenser fan to malfunction. Your air conditioning system has an electrical system that starts behind the button that you press to turn it on. Problems with the electrical system can cause the condenser fan to malfunction and the air to be hot. Problems with the electrical system can also make it impossible to turn on the air conditioner.
Malfunctioning Compressor
The compressor is a hard-working air conditioner part that loves its job. In fact, if you leave your vehicle’s air conditioner off for an extended period of time, you may end up with a malfunctioning compressor and hot air. The compressor works better when it is used frequently, such as every day throughout the summer months here in Killeen, Texas.
Refrigerant Levels That Are Too Low
Finally, you may end up with hot instead of cold air if the refrigerant levels in the air conditioning system are too low. This can happen due to leaks or evaporation.
Ashton Automotive & Performance is the best auto service shop in Killeen, TX, so call us today to schedule an air conditioning service for your automobile before the summer.
