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There are very few features that provide a more pleasant driving experience during summer months than the air conditioner. As you're driving, the comfort of cool air adds to the overall driving enjoyment, especially long distance driving. If the air conditioner in your car or truck stops working for no apparent reason on a very hot day, unfortunately, that means an uncomfortable driving experience. And there are common reasons why the air conditioner stops working.

 

Every vehicle that has an air conditioner feature is equipped with a condenser, which contains refrigerant. The air condition system will continue to blow air as long as the blower motor is operating; however, the refrigerant is actually what produces the coolness that you feel throughout the interior. The system could need recharging. A technician who is trained in air conditioning service will recharge the system, after assessing the entire system for any leaks or other causes that are preventing the cool air from reaching the interior. If a leak has occurred, the condenser may need to be replaced.

The recharging process should not be a do-it-yourself task unless someone has been trained to complete the service. Recharging the system without proper training is dangerous and can cause physical harm.

 

Often times, the reason the air has completely stopped flowing or incrementally stops flowing is because of a faulty air compressor. There are a number of causes that can contribute to an air compressor being faulty. A technician needs to analyze the situation in order to come up with the root cause. However, generally speaking, the deficiency could be contributed to one of the following issues:

 

Most vehicles that are manufactured nowadays have a computerized system; therefore, if the air compressor is a contributing factor, the computer will automatically shut the air conditioner down. A warning light will show on the vehicle dashboard, and a call to our service department is warranted. 

For your convenience, United Tire & Service has 13 locations throughout Pennsylvania, which provide the same friendly, professional and knowledgeable customer service. 

United Tire & Service technicians are able to identify reasons why an air conditioner stops working that are relatively minor and can be assessed at the time of the initial analysis.

Generalized assessments include, but are not limited to: 

 

NOTE: It is recommended that the cabin air filter be inspected on an annual basis. 

 

United Tire & Service, a group of independently owned shops, is pleased to inform you that our service professionals are equipped with the resources needed to meet the expectations of complete customer satisfaction. Our service technicians are committed to making sure you’re always Driving United.

Call a United Tire & Service location to make an appointment today, or use our convenient online service scheduler!