A few decades ago, automobile air conditioning was considered a real luxury among motorists. But now you will not surprise anyone with this device - sometimes this device is even installed in the basic configuration of the machine. In hot summer days, car air conditioning is a real lifesaver for many car owners. But sometimes it happens that this cooling device breaks at the most inopportune moment, and then the drivers face a real dilemma with choosing and installing the right spare part, which the automobile air conditioner requires. The price of such services directly depends on the type and severity of the breakdown.
Today we will talk about all kinds of malfunctions of this complex mechanism, as well as what to do if your device fails.
Types of damage
Often a car air conditioner breaks down due to clogging inside the system. To do this, you need to clean all the details, including the receiver. Another cause of the malfunction is a hole and subsequent leakage of refrigerant from the tank and pipes. In this case, most of the device is subject to repair, since the quality of the entire system depends on the refrigerant.
It happens that a car air conditioner may require a compressor replacement. This part is one of the most important in the operation of the whole mechanism, since it is it that provides the flow of refrigerant throughout the design.
Capacitors are also at risk of damage. Due to the fact that it is located at the very bottom of the air conditioner, various dust and dirt get into it, from which it can become clogged. The needle valve also suffers from this. These are, perhaps, all the details that are prone to the most frequent breakdowns.
To whom to entrust repair?If it happened that your "savior" suddenly failed, in no case try to repair it yourself, otherwise there will be a risk of depressurization of the system. Savings at service stations can lead to unpredictable consequences, up to a complete replacement of the device. It is best to entrust this work to professional mechanics who know a lot about this business. But you should not contact the so-called universal service stations, which, as a rule, provide all repair services - from tire fitting to engine replacement. It all lies in the fact that sometimes the experience of a certain auto mechanic in this area will not be enough, and he will not eliminate the breakdown. It is also worth looking at the reviews of those companies that are engaged in the repair of engines and air conditioners. As for the choice of spare parts that are needed for repair, even those who live in megacities can have problems here, since this part breaks down not as often as others.
Also, in order to save money, it is not necessary to order the first parts found through questionable online stores, since then it may turn out that this spare part was not created for your model of air conditioner. It is best to contact a dealership service station. Often at such service stations you can find the right part and install it right there. However, the final choice is yours.