POSSIBLE REASONS YOUR CAR’S AIR CON ISN'T WORKING

Don’t get hot under the collar if your car’s air con isn’t working! Be aware of small issues before the can become bigger costly problems.

Possible reasons your car’s air con isn't working

Your car’s air conditioning is one of those things that’s easy to take for granted, until it breaks down. Knowing what problem is troubling your car’s air con system will help you determine the cost of repairs and how to prevent similar problems from occurring in the future. Some of the most common reasons air cons stop working include:

 

Your car has a refrigerant leak

Refrigerant leaks can originate from the result of rubber seals and hoses breaking down over time. Weak spots can allow moisture to get inside your car’s cooling system and mix with the refrigerant. This can create a dangerous acidic combination that can corrode your A/C system and cause permanent damage.

 

Broken cooling fans

Your car uses cooling fans to move the refrigerated air into your vehicle’s cabin. When there’s a problem with the fans, you won’t feel any air coming out of the vents. Cooling fans can stop working properly if they have blown fuses, an electrical short or may have been cracked by flying debris from the road. Fortunately, this is fairly simple to fix, your mechanic should be able to replace it quickly and get you back on the road fast.

 

Compressor problems

Your air conditioning relies on a compressor to keep the air moving but if the compressor isn’t working properly, that refrigerant isn’t going to move around. One of the main reasons a compressor has issues, is because it is used for long extended periods of time. A compressor can also have problems if the clutch on the compressor gets stuck.

 

There’s an issue with your condenser

The condenser plays an important role in keeping your air con running. It takes the humid air in the air compressor and depressurises, cools and liquefies that air. In simpler terms, it helps turn the air cool. When your air conditioning isn’t cooling, it could be a sign of a failing condenser.

 

Electrical problem

Your car’s air conditioning may have an electrical fault. It may be a failed switch, a blown fuse or a problem with the control module. Fuses can short out and make the A/C stop working or a loose connection can create an electrical short that is easily fixed.

Electrical issues in the air conditioning system need to be addressed immediately, since they can cause acid buildup. Acid buildup can cause serious damage to your vehicle and can even lead to needing to replace the entire air conditioning system. Staying on top of problems will keep this from happening.

 

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