Volkswagen & All Foreign / Domestic Auto Repair | Asheville NC

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Heating and Cooling System Repair and Maintenance

Western North Carolina Auto Mechanic For Heating and Cooling Systems

Everyone loves a good air conditioner system! We love keeping them maintained so they are ready to keep you comfortable in your vehicles at all times of the year. We keep keep your vehicles cool during the summer, and warm in the winter. This is an important system in your car to keep maintained and repaired when needed. Outside temperatures shouldn’t make you miserable when you should be enjoying your ride!

What signs to look out for that may show A/C trouble or soon to be. “What is going on with my AC?”

  • Do you notice low airflow when turning the fan on high?

  • Is your heating system blowing cold air?

  • Is your a/c blowing warm?

  • Does the defroster take a while to clear the windshield? Or does it not operate at all?

  • When using the air conditioning, you notice the air to only be slightly cooler than the air outside?

  • Do you smell damp, musty, moldy or mildew smells from the air conditioning system?

  • Does your vehicle not quite warm like it used to in cool weather?

  • Does you air conditioner only work when driving, and it stops the cool when idling, or does it stop blowing when car is not moving?

Our Comprehensive Evaluation for your A/C & Heating System Can Find What Is Going On In You Vehicles System.

Our diagnostic check is extensive and very thorough. We examine the complete internal controls and blower of the system. Coolant checks on the radiator and operating pressure check. All hoses, radiator cap, thermostat are checked to ensure they are still in good working order and do not need to be replaced. Complete compression belt inspection and inspecting the overall system for leaks or ware and tare damage. The diagnostic includes a cooling pressure test and measures the inside blowing temperatures.


MAIN A/C RELATED REPAIRS AND SERVICES:

If a repair is needed after diagnostics, we assure you, we can repair and solve the problem.


AIR CONDITIONING - Compete system repair and replacements. We install new quality compressors with included warranties.

BELTS - Fan/Drive belt replacement. This is the belt that is attached to your car engines front mounted accessories. This belt is a crucial tool for overall vehicle operation. This belt rotates the water pump and engine fan. Naturally the drive belt will crack and dry out. When it comes time for this belt replacement, we only use the highest quality belt replacements available. We ensure your car is driving right and with the best parts for the longest lasting use.

HOSES

The hoses in your vehicle transfer all your important fluids at the right time, right quantity and to the correct place. When discussing A/C and heating systems, there are hoses that move the engine’s coolant and antifreeze throughout the system. Hoses too, will naturally ware out, and crack and leak and/or lose pressure. We inspect your hoses to ensure they are in good working order and can notify you if we see something coming to be prepared for. Our hoses are high quality hoses to handle specific A/C system coolants and pressure. We ensure you car stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter with fresh hoses.

COOLING SYSTEM FLUSH

The coolant in an air conditioner system transfers the excess heat from one part of the engine and processes it through the radiator fan. Eventually the fan becomes dirty. This can create old coolant, which will have a negative impact on the performance. During our diagnostic we can check the vent temperatures to see if a coolant flush may be needed. A coolant flush is a easy preventative repair to ensure the system is working efficiently. This is a basic maintenance for your car’s cooling system.

RADIATOR FLUSH

The radiator is what keeps the engine cool and protects the system from overheating. The radiator needs to stay cool, and must remain cool, including the fluid. Over time dirt, rush and sludge buildup can occur inside the radiator. This can cause failures, lesser performance and clogged problems. A routine radiator flush keeps the system running properly. This is easily part of route maintenance schedule for your vehicle. This is an easy to do preventative and ensures performance. We use the best radiator fluid options to ensure your vehicle is running cool.

RADIATORS REPAIR/REPLACEMENT

The heat exchanger in your car for your air conditioning systems internal combustion is the radiator. A radiator cools the engine though coolant circulation from the engine block and loses heat to the atmosphere through radiation. There is a complete set of hoses/tubes in the radiator in which the engine coolant flows through. Radiators can fail from excessive heat produce from the engine and can cause damage to various engine components. For prevention we can routinely service your radiator. We inspect and keep the environment of the radiator fresh and ensure all components that feed to it are in good working and proper condition.


SEASONAL AWARENESS TO HOW TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN A VEHICLE

Listed below is what we check for summer and winter maintenance checks.

-Summer Time Recommended Checks: Check battery condition, fluid levels and cleanliness, belts, and hoses. Inspect the heat and a/c systems, wiper blades,tire tread and condition, headlights, turn signals and tail lights.


-Winter Time Recommended Checks: Winter can be extra harsh on your vehicle. Check the battery condition, tire treads and condition, wiper blades, all fluid check, headlights, turn signals, and tail lights. Fully inspect the exhaust system for potential leaks. Check all belts and hoses. Check complete heating system.


We look forward to keeping you comfortable while you enjoy your ride! Give us a call to schedule an appointment.

Asheville Vee Dub is proud to be a trusted mechanic for all air conditioning system repairs & services for Foreign Autos (Volkswagen, Audi, Honda, Toyota, Subaru) and Domestic Autos (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Chrysler, Cadillac)