Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning’
Beat The Heat
Don’t wait until the first super hot day to discover your vehicle’s air conditioning isn’t up to snuff! Douglas Automotive Repair is extending our “Beat the Heat” Special through the end of June. Get a Free AC Inspection with an Oil Change (see our website for further details). Call today for your AC Inspection! This…
Read MoreWhy Isn’t My Air Conditioner Blowing Cold Air?
Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons drivers lose their cold air have to do with the refrigerant. The first is not enough refrigerant. Refrigerant is a gas in the system and very small holes in a hose, seal or coupler can allow enough to leak out to prevent the…
Read MoreKeep Your Cool In Hot Summer Cars
When it’s hot outside, one of the last places you want to be is sitting in traffic without a properly functioning air conditioning (AC) system. To help avoid this uncomfortable situation, Douglas Automotive Repair recommends having your AC system checked annually to make sure it is functioning at its peak performance level when the temperatures…
Read MoreAuto Air Conditioning Services
The function of an air conditioner is to help remove the heat and humidity from inside the passenger compartment of your vehicle. Powered by a belt, the air conditioning compressor compresses the refrigerant to pressurize it and pump it through the system. The refrigerant is pushed through a valve where pressure and temperature are reduced.…
Read MoreWhy Isn’t My Air Conditioner Blowing Cold Air?
The hot summer weather will be upon us before you know it. The first wave of warmer weather usually generates a lot of phone calls to our shop about air conditioning. If your air conditioning isn’t blowing cold air, here are some possible reasons why… Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most…
Read MoreThe Super 7 Air Conditioning Checklist
Hours spent in a hot, stifling vehicle can spoil a weekend getaway or vacation. Conducting a periodic under-hood inspection may help you spot air conditioning problems before they spoil your trip. Here’s what to look for. Note: Always be extremely careful any time you’re under the hood while the engine is running. Stay away from…
Read MoreFive Tips For Staying Cool on the Road
Temperatures over 90 degrees and high humidity can challenge your vehicle’s air conditioning system. Here are some easy tips to keep you and your passengers cool on the road. 1.If possible, leave the windows down slightly on hot days to reduce heat build-up. An A/C system works by removing heat, so the cooler the interior…
Read MoreKeep Your Cool in Hot Summer Cars
When it’s hot outside, one of the last places you want to be is sitting in traffic without a properly functioning air conditioning (A/C) system. To help avoid this uncomfortable situation, Douglas Automotive Repair Inc recommends having your A/C system checked annually to make sure it is functioning at its peak performance level when the…
Read MoreAir Conditioning Maintenance
Most car owners don’t service their air conditioning until after it fails. Maintaining your Car or SUV air conditioning system means that you always have enough refrigerant to properly do the job. Small leaks in the air conditioning system allow the refrigerant to escape and the system can’t cool the air as well. Along with the…
Read MoreAsk The Tech: Why Isn’t My Air Condioner Blowing Cold Air?
Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons Plainfield motorists lose their cold air have to do with the refrigerant. The first is not enough refrigerant. Refrigerant is a gas in the system and very small holes in a hose, seal or coupler can allow enough to leak out…
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