When faced with the additional yard and home expenses at this time of year, it’s hard for car owners to remember that maintenance will always cost less than repairs. However, spring is the best time to ensure your car’s three main A/C components (the gas, compressor and seals) are in tip-top shape before summer arrives! Carworks of Longmont provides comprehensive car air conditioning maintenance at an affordable rate that leaves our customers feeling like it was money well spent!
Spring Car Air Conditioning Maintenance
- Compressor: Should the compressor quit, both the drier and condensor coils will also need to be replaced at the same time for a very expensive repair. Adding oil to the system during spring maintenance ensures the compressor is lubricated to run properly.
- Refrigerant: The old R12 gas had bigger molecules than the now required R134A refrigerant, which means that today’s gas leaks out of seals and hoses faster. If updating an older model vehicle to use the new R134A gas, hoses will likely need replaced to comply with it.
- Seals: One of the main reasons to perform air conditioner maintenance in the spring is because the extended non-use over the winter can cause seals to dry out. Seals need oil and conditioner in the gas to prevent leakage.
- Hoses: With age, hoses will deteriorate and eventually crack. An annual inspection will catch any signs of worrisome wear before it becomes a problem in the middle of summer when you need A/C the most!
In addition to an annual service, running the A/C for ten or so minutes every month (even during winter) will help keep it in top operating condition. Also, spraying an A/C deodorizer into the intake will kill any bacteria in the vents which start growing when the cabin air filter becomes clogged with water and dirt. Scheduling an appointment now at Carworks in Longmont for car air conditioning maintenance will make sure you’re ready to drive in the warmer weather that’s just around the corner!