Monday, February 13, 2017

Automobile A/C check ups

Heating and air-conditioning systems are maintained periodically so when things go bad it usually due from lack of maintenance, yes components do wear out over time but the system should be maintenance annually.

What things on my A/C system need to be checked?
That includes the refrigerant is at the right level for that specific system, Make sure that it’s not overcharged or under charged. Or the system isn’t low on oil to lubricate the system. Checking for any leaks in the system. These are some of the things you can do to maintain heating and air-conditioning system make sure the cooling system is functioning correctly that the Anti-freeze is at the correct boiling point and freezing range. That there are no leaves, or paper, anything that would block the air from crossing over the condenser. And the filter for the cabin is not contaminated and air flows freely, Also making sure all the controls on this AC system and heating system function correctly that the defrost system also works correctly.

•What causes that smell coming out of the vents?
Air-conditioning systems can get a bacteria or fungus growing inside. So periodically it needs to be sprayed down with an anti-Fungal? Bacteria inhibitor.  It gets strongest when it’s humid outside antifungal will get rid of the smell. The smell you smell is a pungent musty smell. Usually if vehicle sits for long periods of time is when it starts to smell. .  

•What happens to the Freon?
The air-conditioning system on an automobile is a sealed system it doesn’t use the Freon up, if its low there’s a leak somewhere. When there is a leak in the system. You must repair the leak. Before Freon can be topped off with Freon. Putting the system under a vacuum helps evaporate any moisture that might be in the system.

•Why don’t we want moisture in our A/C system?
When moisture is mixed with refrigerant it forms acid in the A/C system and the moisture breaks down the lubricants which causes sludging. In turn ends up damaging our A/C system.

•What other things should I have checked?
Make sure the controls function properly that the air blows where it’s supposed to go, and the speed of the fan works correctly, also that the air is traveling across this evaporator to dry the air. This helps with defrost. Also making sure the drive belts for the compressor are good. these basic checks can prolong the life of your air-conditioning and heating system. So schedule now with turbo max auto design for your annual air conditioning and heating check.