Summer is here! That means that it is the time for picnics, barbeques, swimming, hiking, and driving around town with your music blasting. However, when the temperatures soar, it can be harder to enjoy these activities. Rolling down the windows doesn’t help much, so it becomes imperative for your car’s AC to work. If your car’s AC goes out during the summer, it can be even more difficult to want to go out and do things. Continue reading for a guide that will help you determine why your car’s AC isn’t working and help you know what to do as a result.

There Is A Refrigerant Leak

The first thing that could possibly have occurred to make your air conditioner work improperly is a refrigerant or freon leak. Refrigerant leaks are hard to detect without a professional mechanic because once the refrigerant fluid escapes into the air, it evaporates. There are several indicators that you can be on the lookout for that will tell you whether you have a refrigerant leak. You may hear a clicking sound when the AC turns on and hissing sounds from the air conditioner when the engine is off. The AC will run through its cycle quickly and turn on and off often. And you may find oil residue around the AC pipe fittings. 

If you have a refrigerant leak, you will need to contact a professional mechanic. Mechanics use tools that introduce ultraviolet fluid to the AC system that checks the refrigerant pressure. If there is a leak, there could be a few different components that could be broken. Your mechanic will be able to determine what to do if a component needs to be repaired. Be very careful if you decide to check for a refrigerant leak, as refrigerant is toxic.

The AC Needs To Be Recharged

Another potential problem that your car could be experiencing is that it is simply running low on freon. The difference between this issue and the last one is that this type of issue is caused over a long period of time using the AC rather than by a problem with a component of the air conditioner. Even the best conditioners will lose some freon over time. There is a simple solution to this issue. Bring your car to us at Paskett Auto and we can recharge your vehicle which will create instantly cooler air.

The Fan Motor Failed

One of the other most common reasons why car air conditioners stop working and stop providing cool air is because of fan motor failure. There are fans that are located near the engine, which keep the engine cool and help keep the cabin temperature cool. When one breaks, it can lead to your engine overheating and it getting hot in the cabin. A mechanic can fix your fan motor for you if that seems to be the problem with your heating and cooling system.

There Could Be An Electrical Problem

Some of the parts of your air conditioning system are powered by electricity. If there is an electrical problem then these parts will not be able to function effectively. This kind of problem could be caused by a blown fuse and is fixed by having the electrical wires changed out or repaired.

Reach Out To Fix Your Car’s AC

If your car’s AC has not been working properly recently, it may be time to take your vehicle into the shop. A competent mechanic can quickly diagnose the problem with your air conditioner and implement the proper reparative measures. We at Paskett Auto offer AC repair services and several other vehicle repair options. Our technicians are knowledgeable and experienced in fixing issues with cars, trucks, and other vehicles. If you are sweating the summer away in your car, let us at Paskett Auto take a look at your air conditioning system. For more information about our services or to get in touch with us, feel free to contact us today.

For those of us who drive in the car without music playing, there is something about the blinking sound that comes with a blinker. The steady click-clock sound that a turn signal creates can be a soothing and relaxing part of any morning commute. However, there may be a moment when you realize that your car’s blinker is blinking faster than normal. There could be many reasons why that is. It is important to diagnose why your car’s blinker is blinking at a different speed in order to keep your car in good shape as well as obey the law. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Your Car’s Blinker Is Blinking Quicker

Your car’s blinker is controlled by a simple circuit that is connected between the car’s battery and the turn signal. When you turn on your turn signal, the circuit is completed and the bulbs inside of the blinker turn on. The reason why blinkers turn on and flash on and off is due to a flasher, which is typically a temperature-sensing piece of metal that will block and unblock the circuit. However, it is important to note that a fast blinking blinker is really not a big deal, as long as the light doesn’t completely go out.

A Faulty Bulb

The most common reason why a blinker is blinking quickly is that there is a faulty bulb. Like regular light bulbs, blinker bulbs can begin to wear out over time. This can cause the bulb to blink more quickly. You could have also had a bad bulb installed, which could send a different current through your light bulb, causing a different pattern of blinking.

The way to fix this is to simply replace your blinker’s light bulbs. A good way to find a bad bulb is to see whether a bulb has dark glass or a broken filament. You can replace the the light bulb on your own or come into the shop and we at Paskett Auto can quickly and conveniently fix it for you.

A Broken Connection

Another potential problem that could cause your blinker to blink faster is a broken connection within the car’s circuit. Fried wiring is a major culprit of this problem. If the wiring is corroded, worn, or not properly connected, that may also break the circuit’s connection. If the flashers or any other part of the circuit is damaged, there will likely be a change in the speed of the blinkers. Luckily, these things are also easily fixed and just require replacement parts. If you are worried that there may be a broken connection in your vehicle’s circuit, feel free to reach out to us o to get high-quality repair services.

Do You Need A Vehicle Repair?

If you or someone you know is in need of a repair for your car or truck, we at Paskett Auto would be more than happy to be of service. Not only do we offer high-quality car inspection services to figure out what is wrong with your vehicle, but we have several talented mechanics who can quickly and efficiently fix the problem. 

Replacing your car’s light bulbs is important and although you can replace them on your own, sometimes it can be a hassle to go through the process of purchasing a bulb and carefully installing it into your car. Especially if you already have a car issue that you need to be taken care of, we at Paskett Auto would be more than happy to replace your blinker lights. To schedule a repair or learn more about our services, feel free to reach out to us today.

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