Auto Air Conditioning Repair in Arlington, TX
Looking for auto AC repair in Arlington, Texas? Danny’s can help fix your vehicle so you can keep your air conditioning cold on hot Texas days!
How Does AC Repair Work?
A car’s air conditioning works like any standard air conditioner, except on a much smaller format. It’s important to note that vehicle a/c removes heat from the air entering its system to make the nice, cold air you feel when it’s on. The refrigerant in your vehicle alternates between a gas and liquid state. When refrigerant in its cool liquid form is exposed to warm air in your vehicle’s condenser inside your car, it evaporates into a gas and absorbs or removes heat from the surrounding environment. The heated refrigerant then moves to a separate part of the system, where the gas is compressed into liquid by the compressor. Before the refrigerant can cycle back through the system, any water that may have been created in the process needs to be removed. This is achieved by a component known as a receiver or dryer. Once the water is removed from the system, the refrigerant can start the cycle all over again. We make sure all parts of your air conditioning system are working appropriately and are properly filled with freon. So when you are in the Arlington you can bring your car to Danny’s Norwood Automotive Repair today.
How Do I Know if My Vehicle Needs a Heating & Air Conditioning Service?
Whether you own a BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Audi, Toyota, Honda, Ford, KIA, or Hyundai, there are universal indicators that there is a problem with your car’s air conditioning and you will need to come in for an air conditioning evac/recharge service?
Here are some signs to watch out for:
The Air Isn't Cooling
Most of the time, your air conditioning loses its cooling properties because there is a low level of refrigerant, your condenser is broken, or the compressor has a broken or damaged belt.
You Hear Strange Noises When Your Air Conditioning is On
Noise usually comes from a dying compressor, but some other common causes can be a cross contaminated refrigerant or the use of the wrong lubricant. We can diagnose this for you.
It Seems Moist Inside your Vehicle.
The common cause for moist air inside your car is usually moisture or debris trapped inside your air conditioning system or leaking freon.
When the air coming from your Air Conditioning smells.
If you haven't used your air conditioning in a while, bacteria and fungus can settle into the system, creating a foul smell. We can help you diagnose this. Often it is as simple as changing the cabin airfilter.
Something is Leaking From your Air Conditioning.
Leaking refrigerant is dangerous and this issue should be addressed as soon as possible. However, note that all auto AC units drip harmless, condensed water on the ground on hot, humid days. Just to be sure, stop by and we can take a quick look.
Here are some tips to keep your car cool in hot weather in Arlington Tx without the air conditioning:
- Use a sunshade or window visor when parking your car during the day.
- Park in a shady area when possible.
- Purchase a solar-powered fan… ask us for an Amazon link.
- Keep windows slightly cracked.
- Throw blankets over your seats.
- Use a dash cover to protect it from cracking.
- Keep your precious possessions away from the sun. The windshield sometimes acts like a magnifying glass on hot Texas days.
- Cover your steering wheel with a towel if you don’t have a windshield shade.
- Park in a garage when possible.
It is imperative to keep your air conditioning in top shape, especially in hot Arlington, Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Forest Hill, and Kennedale summers. We at Danny’s Norwood Automotive Repair can help.
