Air Conditioning

Although modern car A/C systems are both efficient and reliable, they are mainly comprised of a mechanical system which requires periodical servicing and maintenance in order to maintain its performance.

Most vehicle manufacturers now recommend an annual A/C service to maintain the efficiency of the system and ensure the reliable running of the vehicle.
Our workshop is fully equipped with the very latest state of the art A/C servicing equipment and our technicians have undergone extensive specialised training.

Benefits of Regular car Air Conditioning Servicing
Over 90% of new cars sold in 2005 had air conditioning systems fitted to them as standard. If you are the owner of a car with this system you will appreciate the value of air conditioning. The system cools the passenger cabin during warm weather and assists the demister in winter by removing excess moisture in damp condition
Although modern car A/C systems are both efficient and reliable, they are mainly comprised of a mechanical system which requires periodical servicing and maintenance in order to maintain its performance. Most vehicle manufacturers now recommend an annual A/C service to maintain the efficiency of the system and ensure the reliable running of the vehicle.
Most car owners, and indeed, many other service centers, do not appreciate that if an A/C system is not correctly maintained by suitably trained and equipped technicians on a regular basis, there is a risk of system damage or even a complete vehicle breakdown. This is possible because most A/C equipped vehicles use a common drive belt to power the A/C compressor. If an A/C compressor seizes due to lack of maintenance, the subsequent drive belt failure will stop the vehicle.
Important safety warning:
Please note that all A/C systems contain potentially harmful CFC or HFC gases under very high pressures. Exposure to the refrigerant can cause cold burns and blindness. Additionally, deliberate release of refrigerant is a criminal offence with penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment with an unlimited fine.
The only safe way to maintain your system is through an annual service by a trained and qualified A/C technician using specialised equipment. Whatever you do, don’t attempt to service or maintain your own A/C system.
Our workshops are fully equipped with the very latest state of the art A/C servicing equipment and our technicians have undergone extensive specialised training. You can rest assured that we offer an efficient, economical and environmentally safe service of your A/C system.

Identify system contents with refrigerant analyser
Recover all refrigerant from the system
Remove and replace the filter unit
Check condition of the condenser unit
Check condition of all hoses and wiring harnesses
Check compressor oil level
Pressure test the system with dry Nitrogen
Vacuum system for a minimum of 30 minutes
Recharge with R134A refrigerant and oil
Leak test all components
Carry out pressure and temperature test
Update service records

Prices:

Basic Service (De-Gas, recycle and Re-Gas) from £65 + vat
Full Service including Filter Change from £95 + filter element + vat
Our Re-Gas service includes Free Oil and UV Dye Injection and tamper-proof system seals
Air conditioning re-gas from £45.00 + vat with normal car service. Or £65.00 + vat on its own
Air con leak testing & diagnostics with re-gas from £.100 + vat