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We all like to hop in the car, turn on the AC, and enjoy a comfortable trip,
but when was the last time the AC system was serviced?
For many, it is when the system fails to operate or delivers warm air instead of cool.
Air conditioning systems, to provide long-term service, require some maintenance and periodic servicing.
This article explains why it must be serviced and what is usually required.
So, firstly, let's assume you're reading this because your system has stopped working.
So why isn't my AC system working
Low gas pressure is the most common reason the AC system fails to operate.
With this in mind, under normal circumstances, the air conditioning system in your car is meant to be a completely sealed unit, so in most cases, if the system is low on gas, there is a leak or fault somewhere in the system that must be rectified.
The difficult part is locating which component is causing the issue. Recharging the system without rectifying the fault is a waste of your money and is illegal.
(The system must not leak refrigerant into the atmosphere)
Even a small leak in the system is likely to lower the pressure required for the system to operate in a matter of hours.
