Stay Comfortable With Heating and Air Services
We’re in the dead of winter right now, and that naturally makes most of us want to be warm and cozy. It’s positively the worst time for your heating system to give out. And when it comes to your air conditioning system, you don’t want to wait until it’s practically boiling outside before you discover your AC needs help. Here’s a rundown of some of the problems you may come across with your car’s heating and air.
Regular Maintenance
Like humans, your car should get a periodic “wellness check” to make sure everything is in proper working order. This includes your heating and air conditioning system. Obviously, if you have an immediate problem it needs to be handled, but getting regular maintenance can help you identify small problems before they get bigger. Hose leaks are an example, something which make your system less efficient.
Common AC Problems
There are quite a few signals that your AC system may be having some problems that need to be addressed. If the air pushed out is only slightly cooler than the exterior air, there might be a problem that’s impacting your efficiency. Also take note if your AC pumps out air that smells musty or like mildew. And obviously, if the AC is blowing out warm air instead of cold, you have a problem.
Common Heating Problems
If in cold weather you notice that the car’s interior cabin just doesn’t get warm, or maybe only slightly warmer than the outside, you’ll probably want to check it out, especially if you live in a cold climate. Another point to be aware of for heating and air is if the defroster is working—does it appear to lag or not work at all? Again, if you notice cold air, take your car in for service as soon as you can.
Other Problems
In heating and air, one problem you may notice is that the heat or air only works when the car is in motion and not when it is idling. This can be a sign of a larger system issue. A technician can check for leaks, cracks, and other problems that may impact your system, and again, catching problems before they get worse can often mean a smaller price tag, but it does depend on the specific problem. There are a lot of moving parts to maintain, including belts, compressors, the radiator. Correct pressure in the system is also crucial.
Contact your Longmont auto repair center to follow up on your vehicle’s heating and air issues, and don’t wait for the problem to get worse before you deal with it—depending on the issue, it could get more expensive the longer you let it linger. Here’s to having a warm car this winter!
