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Vertu Honda Durham

1 Abbey Rd, Durham, DH1 5DQ

119 Reviews

81.96% Completion Rate

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Free Video Health Check

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£125

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SACRISTON AUTO SERVICES LTD

UNIT 1 Acorn Close Lane, SACRISTON, DURHAM, DH7 6AN

215 Reviews

85.44% Completion Rate

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Trust My Garage approvedFamily-run MOT and serivce centre

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£60

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Bristol Street Motors Vauxhall Durham

Abbey Road, Durham, DH1 5DQ

166 Reviews

83.87% Completion Rate

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£89

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Bristol Street Motors Ford Durham

High street, Durham, DH1 1AU

77 Reviews

82.41% Completion Rate

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£89

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L&J Autos Ltd

Unit 6 esh Winning Industrial Est, Esh Winning, DH7 9PT

23 Reviews

66.67% Completion Rate

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Family run businessAffordable pricesPersonal service

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£99

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Bennett Auto Services

Unit 3a, Langley Park Industrial Estate North, LANGLEY PARK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, Durham, DH7 6TX

20 Reviews

80% Completion Rate

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Family run businessLoan cars available

Opening Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£60

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Evans Halshaw Renault/Dacia Durham

Alma Place, Gilesgate Moore, Durham, DH1 2HN

34 Reviews

65.67% Completion Rate

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Manufacturer trained technicians

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£149

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How does car air conditioning work?

An air conditioning system controls the temperature in a car and works in a similar way to a kitchen refrigerator. When the fluid inside such appliances (also called refrigerant) changes from a liquid state to a gas, it cools down. Outside air is blown past the coils in which the gas flows, and is therefore also cooled before it is blown into the car’s cabin. The air con gas then returns to liquid form in the system's compressor, heating it up, but the resulting warm air is directed outside the car.

Why is air conditioning important?

Air conditioning in a car serves two purposes. It cools down the interior of a car, dramatically so if needed, which improves passenger comfort and prevents the type of heat-related irritability that may lead to an accident. Also, because air conditioners generate air that is less humid than outside air, it can be used to demist a fogged-up windscreen more quickly than when air is blown out of a standard ventilation system. This might also prevent an accident from occurring.

What is an air conditioning system recharge/re-gas?

A simple check of the temperature of the air emanating from an air conditioning vent will tell you if the refrigerant needs a recharge - some garages use the term 're-gas'. A warm air temperature would suggest that the refrigerant is low or old. Manufacturers typically recommend a recharge no matter what every couple of years to keep the system running efficiently; this involves topping up or refilling the system with fresh refrigerant. This may be all that is needed, but an efficient air conditioning system also needs to be serviced occasionally. If the refrigerant is replaced but the air conditioning system does not seem to be operating properly, either due to warm air or low system pressure, an air conditioning service will be required.

What is an air conditioning system service?

If the pressure in the air conditioning system is particularly low, there might be a leak. This can be checked during an air conditioning service that manufacturers suggest performing every 3-4 years. As well as a test for leaks and the inspection of refrigerant levels, the condenser, the compressor, the hoses and the drive belts are checked. The service also involves a cleaning to take any contaminants, bacteria or moisture out of the system before any new refrigerant is added, followed by a full recharge. It is important to note that an air conditioning service is not included in routine car services but has to be booked separately. Remember to do so because an inefficient air conditioner places greater demands on a car’s engine and requires more fuel to generate cool air, not to mention that any resident bacteria might cause illness.

What causes air conditioning problems?

 

  • Insufficient or old refrigerant.
  • Low system pressure, typically caused by a leak or the failure of a component.
  • Lack of use can place unexpected stress on components when the system is eventually turned on.
  • The build-up of bacteria can make the air from your air conditioning system unhealthy.

 

What are the possible signs that a car needs an air conditioning service and recharge/re-gas?

 

  • If warm air is blowing out of the vents.
  • When the air conditioner only intermittently functions correctly.
  • Foul smells emanating from the air conditioning vents are signs that mould and bacteria have infested the air conditioning system.

 

How long does an air conditioning recharge/re-gas and service take?

 

  • A recharge takes about an hour; a service can take up to an hour.

 

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