You’re driving on a hot summer day and suddenly realize that despite having the air conditioner on, it’s getting warmer inside your car. Your AC goes kaput. No doubt a frustrating situation, you immediately dial a mechanic to get it repaired. Little did you know, your car’s AC has been on the fritz for months. If you’ve been in this situation or would like to avoid this scenario, there are telltale signs that can help you determine if your AC compressor is up to snuff. Here are the four most common symptoms of a declining air conditioning evaporator.
Strange Odors
If you’ve noticed an odd aroma when using your car’s AC system, it could be because your evaporator is leaking. When refrigerant reacts with cores, seals, and coils, it produces a funky emission. If you neglect the smell, it’ll grow stronger and stronger.
Weak Airflow
The most prominent indication of a weakening AC system is insufficient airflow. If refrigerant leaks or a coil cracks, it’ll eventually impact the AC’s efficiency. As a result, the cooling capacity will lessen significantly.
Inconsistent Temperature
Does your AC arbitrarily jump from cold to warm to cool to hot? If so, it’s due to a damaged AC evaporator.
The Compressor Is Inoperable
If your AC is no longer responding to on and off controls, it’s rapidly declining. At this point, the AC compressor isn’t maintaining enough pressure to operate, so it begins overcompensating by exhausting the little resources it has left. Typically, this results in a leak.
With summer in full swing, it’s never been more critical to have your car's AC in commission. Contact the service department at Serramonte Ford today to get your air conditioner system repaired.