Keep Cool This Summer

Beat The Heat, Stay Cool Behind The Wheel!

Here are a few tips you can do yourself to make sure your car’s air conditioner is working properly:

Turn on your air condition to the coldest setting, make sure all the vents are working and that the air is cold
Test the air condition fan speeds, you should have varying fan speeds from low to high
If you smell a foul order when the air conditioner is turned on, it means there may be a buildup of bacteria or mold in the system. Have this taken care of right away by your service professional
Most car air conditioners will last many, many years with no problems, but it should be inspected and tested every three years
Check your service records to see when was the last time you replaced the cabin air conditioner filter
Inspect under the hood at the bottom of the windshield, near the wiper blades, for a buildup of leaves. Leaves can block the incoming vents and reduce the performance of the air conditioner
Also check for a buildup of leaves behind the front grill, which can also reduce the efficiency of the air conditioner
When the air conditioner is on, listen for any unusual noises from the dashboard or under the hood