Lake Country Auto Care - Air Conditioning Services Pewaukee, WI

Four Typical Car Air Conditioner Problems

Driving across Wisconsin in hot summer temperatures is always an issue when the air conditioning in your car isn’t working properly. You know the feeling – only semi-cool air blowing into your car or simply none at all. As the temperatures in your vehicle go up, your comfort level takes a plunge. The effect is the same, but the causes vary. Here are some typical problems resulting in vehicle air conditioning breakdown:

Air is only moderately blowing into the car: When this happens the air conditioning system is clogged. Key areas like the condenser could be filled with general road trash kicked up from the asphalt, like leaves, bugs, dust and dirt. Since the condenser cools the refrigerant leaving the compressor, when it gets clogged, none of this refrigerated, cold air makes it to the passengers in the car.

Moisture builds up in the A/C system: Just like clogging, if moisture gets into the air conditioner, it will prevent cold air from coming out as it should. Another problem caused by moisture is mold growth in the A/C system behind the dash. Foul odors enter the car from the bacteria and mold growing in the air conditioner and lead to passengers getting sick and suffering allergy-like effects. This is known as sick car syndrome.

Air is blowing, but not cold: If this happens, the refrigerant could be low. Over extended periods of no use, the refrigerant can dry up. If this happens, running the A/C system with a lack of refrigerant will reduce its capabilities.

Breakdown in the air conditioning: Several issues leading to a failure with your air conditioning are a result of a malfunction relating to the compressor. These breakdowns come specifically from a bad clutch, blown fuse, nonfunctional valves, or a cycling switch out of commission. A leak anywhere in the air conditioner can also be the culprit for A/C failure.

If your car is showing signs of any of these issues, come to Lake Country Auto Care, the finest car repair shop in Pewaukee. The sooner you come in, the less damage will be sustained and the smaller the expense for repairs.