Auto Air Conditioning Systems In Las Cruces
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The system uses three basic components; a compressor, a condenser, and an evaporator. In addition, refrigerant, lubrication oil, interconnecting hoses, and some type of controlling device are utilized.
Automotive air conditioning systems are comprised of the following components, A/C Compressor and Clutch Assembly, Condenser, Evaporator, Expansion Valve or Orifice Tube, Evaporator Core, Accumulator or Receiver Drier, Cycling Switches, Computer Controlled Modules, Blend Door Actuators, etc.
In basic terms, an air conditioning system removes the hot, humid dirty air from the automobile's passenger compartment and replaces it with cool, dry, clean air. The process by which the system accomplishes this task is based on some very simple principles.
Due to the numerous parts involved and the complex design of many of today's vehicles a thorough diagnostic is required to determine why a system is not functioning properly. Our Basic Inspection Service includes a complete physical inspection of the system to determine which component is malfunctioning.
Systems that have a leak usually require additional refrigerant be added to find the source of the leak. Addition of refrigerant and additional diagnostic time are not included in the Basic Inspection Service. Cost for repairs will vary by vehicle depending on extent of the repairs required.
Cooling System Checklist
| 1. Evaluation of past performance 2. Inspect condenser mountings 3. Inspect condenser for obstructions 4. Inspect cooling system 5. Check fan clutch and alignment 6. Inspect drive belts, idler pullery 7. Check system refrigerant oil 8. Inspect evaporator drains 9. Check receiver dehydrator 10. Check fittings and clamps |
11. Check compressor drive clutch plate 12. Inspect electrical wiring 13. Check compressor mountings 14. Check expansion valve 15. Check mode select controls 16. Make ambient air temperature reading 17. Check high pressure gauge reading 18. Check low pressure gauge reading 19. Check sight glass for refrigerant level 20. Check outlet duct temperature |