A/C Service

A/C Service & Repair at Stanley CDJR Gilmer

Nowadays, it’s rare to find a new vehicle that doesn’t come with air conditioning. If you’ve ever been in a car with no A/C, you know how miserable it can be, especially during those harsh summer months. Many people don’t realize how important their car’s air conditioning system is until something goes wrong, and it stops working. You can prevent this from happening to you by staying on top of your vehicle’s routine A/C service. Having a professional inspect your car’s A/C system from time to time is a great way to stay informed about its condition so you won’t find yourself stuck in traffic in a hot and stuffy vehicle.
Texas drivers near Longview and Tyler are no stranger to hot weather conditions. If you live or work around Gilmer, TX, you can find affordable and quality A/C service and repairs at Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer. Our expert technicians provide inspections, maintenance, and repairs that’ll keep your vehicle’s A/C in great condition. To schedule, give our service department a call or use our online service scheduler today.

How the A/C System Operates

One of the most important components of a vehicle’s air conditioning system is its refrigerant. The refrigerant is moved through the system by a variety of parts that manipulate it between a gaseous and a liquid state. This process removes moisture from your vehicle and provides cool air in return. The compressor is the part of the system that pumps the refrigerant through the rest of the system. The condenser lowers the temperature of the refrigerant and turns the refrigerant from a gas to a liquid. While in the evaporator, the refrigerant turns back into a gas and a cooling effect is created.

What Causes the A/C to Stop Functioning?

A common problem that many air-conditioning systems face is a leak in the system. If any of the parts aren’t sealed correctly, the refrigerant will likely escape and eventually run out completely. When this happens, your A/C won’t provide cool air. Contaminants can also enter the system through a leak and cause damage. Also, if the compressor doesn’t have the right amount of refrigerant running through it, it could overheat and cause extensive damage and costly repairs.

Locating a Problem Through an A/C Inspection

Whether your vehicle needs a routine A/C inspection or an inspection with the intent to diagnose a problem, a technician will likely begin with a visual evaluation. Oftentimes, damage or a buildup of debris can be seen with the naked eye. This will help the technician find the source of the issue. Another way to find a leak is through a vacuum test. To perform this test, they will remove the refrigerant and vacuum the system which will help to locate a leak. If there isn’t a leak, they’ll add new refrigerant and check to make sure the A/C is doing its job.