Air Conditioning Service
Service and re-gas your vehicles air con system withProgressive Auto Care
Don’t cook in your car unnecessarily this summer. Keep cool by letting Progressive Auto Care service and inspect your car air conditioning system.
Car air conditioning will become less efficient over time for a variety or reasons, including minor leaks and worn-out seals. All repairs and maintenance are carried out by licenced and experienced technicians, ARC Licence: AU55096.
Our Air Conditioning Service includes:
- Operation test and visual inspection
- Belt/pulleys inspection and adjustment
- Evacuate system
- Vacuum test
- Re-gas
- Temperature test
- Leak test system lines and components with an electronic leak detector
- Ultra Violet additive injected and system check with ultra violet light
- Check operation of compressor and health condenser/evaporator/TX valves
- Cabin filter check and replacement if required
- Vent operation check
An annual air conditioning service is recommended to keep your aircon operating at optimum levels. Refrigerant gas is recycled or destroyed in accordance with Refrigerant Reclaim Australia guidelines.
How do I know if my air conditioning needs a service?
- Air coming from outlet is not cold
- Air flow is not high
- Inaccurate temperature
- Excessive moisture in the air
- Foul smells coming from vents
- Strange noises when air conditioning is under operation
If your aircon or climate control is not performing as it should, there is a possibility that the issue may be a little more severe than just needing a re-gas. Book in with Progressive Auto Care and we will run a range of tests to diagnose the issue at hand, whether it’s the compressor, a bad fuse, a wiring problem or even a broken AC switch, we’ll be sure to get to the root of the issue.
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Auto RepairsAuto Repairs
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Car ServicingCar Servicing
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Brake Service & RepairBrake Service & Repair
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SafeTstop Alignment & Brake TesterSafeTstop Alignment & Brake Tester
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Air Conditioning ServiceAir Conditioning Service
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DiagnosticsDiagnostics
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Injector ServiceInjector Service
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Suspension ServiceSuspension Service
Why should I chooseProgressive Auto Carefor an air conditioning service?
We are a highly experienced and long-established repair center and have all the right tools, diagnostic equipment, and experience to carry out your air conditioning service to the highest specification. Collectively, our team has over 110 years’ experience within the automotive industry.
Frequently AskedQuestions
How often should I have to re-gas my car’s air conditioner?
The general rule of thumb is that your vehicle's air-conditioning needs re-gassing every 1-2 years. The reason for this is because it's estimated that your car permeates between 10 - 15% of gas from the system every year; and that's before you've even used it!
What is the A/C compressor?
The compressor is the core, primary part of every A/C system. If you want to stay cool, a working compressor is essential. The compressor pressurises the refrigerant that cools your air.
If I add more refrigerant, will the Air Conditioner blow colder air?
No. The air conditioning system in your vehicle is meant to be charged with just the right amount of refrigerant. If you add more than what's required, you'll risk damaging the system.
What's that smell coming from my A/C system?
When you run the heating/cooling system in your vehicle, air passes over the evaporator. The evaporator is generally wet because of condensation. It, therefore, traps dirt and other contaminants from the air. This eventually gives rise to mould and other spores that release a foul odour every time you turn on the A/C. It's important to disinfect the air conditioning system periodically to kill nasty bacterial spores and breathe clean air.
