Recharge Your Car Air Conditioning

Recharge Your Car Air Conditioning at Autofit Garage Chorley – from £72.00

Air con isn’t just great for cooling the car down in summer – it also helps to demist windows in winter. But over time, your car’s air conditioning may stop working as well as it used to.

Air conditioning in your car works by using a refrigerant inside the heating and ventilation system to cool the air in the car. It’s powered by your car’s engine, which is why it uses more fuel when you have the AC on.

According to The AA, regular air conditioning services will keep the cool air blowing and help your car to run efficiently. It is best to have your car air con serviced around once every two years to ensure it is running at its optimum

The main part of a car air con service will involve flushing out the old refrigerant and replacing it with new refrigerant. The motor mechanic will also check the system for any leaks or cracks.

And it is better to use your air-con regularly throughout the year, as it can seize up and stop working correctly if it is not used. It’s useful even in winter, when it helps to remove moisture from the air and demist your windows.

The Legal Requirement

Air conditioning, or the lack of, could see drivers punished under Highway Code Rule 237, which states drivers must keep their cars “well ventilated”.

The reason for the rule is to avoid drowsiness when in control of a vehicle. This means it is important to use air conditioning or open a window. Anyone ignoring this guidance who then loses control of their vehicle could receive a maximum fine of £5,000.

Recharge Your Car Air Conditioning in Chorley

To recharge your car air conditioning in Chorley, call in to Autofit Garage on 46-50 Bengal Street, Chorley PR7 1SA, or ring us to book an appointment on 01257 267 829.