Air-conditioning is the fresh brisk of cool air flowing out from your vehicle’s vents. Suitable for those hot sweltering days and for demisting your windscreen, air-conditioning is important to maintain all year round to ensure it continues to work productively. Did you know that vehicle air conditioning loses approximately 10% of its refrigerant, especially if it isn’t regularly operated?

Air-conditioning problems

Have you noticed any signs of Air con failure? Here’s what to look out for:

Reduced supply of air ventilating
Leaks from cracked pipes or faulty or loose connections
Excessive moisture in the system causing corruption to mechanisms

The process of an Air-con recharge

To maintain the supply of air conditioning a recharge of gas is required. A recharge of gas is the process of removing old refrigerant gas and oil from your air-con system, which is then replaced with the new refrigerant and lubricant, in accordance with the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendation. Without the necessary recharge of gas, your vehicle will have difficulty to produce cool air resulting in increased fuel consumption.

Express Fit’s Air-Conditioning Service

Express Fit Autocentres offer an Air-conditioning service from £79.96. An inspection to identify any existing problems such as leaks in the refrigerant lines or loose or faulty connections is carried out. A vacuum test is then executed to remove excess moisture from the system to prevent gas leaks. Oil is inserted to lubricate the system and a recharge of gas is applied for that cool breeze coming your way. To ensure all routines are accomplished, a report will be given to you outlining the condition of your vehicle. Express Fit Autocentres recommend an Air-conditioning service every 2 years for optimum maintenance. Appointments are generally available on the same day however, for your convenience you can book online with your local Express Fit Autocentre.

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