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Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C Repair

There’s nothing worse than cranking your car air conditioner on a hot day — and discovering it’s broken. Your steering wheel feels like lava. Sweat soaks the driver's seat. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my Audi A3 Sportback e-tron?" Firestone Complete Auto Care can! We know our way around Audi vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 2016 Audi. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your Audi A3 Sportback e-tron

During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C system to see if repair work is required. This check includes a visual inspection, performance test, and pressure and leak test. If we think there might be a leak, we'll run a special U/V dye through the system or use a "sniffer." A “sniffer” isn’t a technician with a good nose! It’s a machine that’s used on different parts of your Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C system to identify points where refrigerant fumes could be escaping the system. If your A/C system has a leak, we’ll find and repair it.

A3 Sportback e-tron A/C Recharge

When we perform an A/C repair on your 2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron, we’ll also do an A/C evacuation and recharge. To start this process, a technician will flush out the old refrigerant from your vehicle’s A/C system. Next, they will evacuate the system according to Audi's recommendations. The A/C system is recharged with new refrigerant and once the technician tests the cool blast for themselves, you’re good to go. Our technicians know how to keep your A/C in tip-top shape with 2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C recharges.

Other Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. Typical A/C problems also include weak airflow, which could be caused by mold or mildew buildup, a loose hose, an old ventilation fan, or a compromised seal. If you notice that your A/C system’s air is cold at first, then quickly goes warm, this may suggest a leak, a blown fuse, or a damaged compressor clutch. And smelly A/C in a 2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron? You could have a moldy evaporator case, or you may simply need a new cabin air filter installed. Our technicians will work to solve your A/C problems to the best of their ability. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your A3 Sportback e-tron — without all the sweat puddles!

2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron A/C System FAQs

  • How do I make my A3 Sportback e-tron air conditioning colder? For starters, use a sun-blocking shade in the windshield while you’re parked, or look for a shady parking spot. Closing all the passenger vents in your car can help redirect cold air toward you, cooling you off faster. Still need more chill? Head to Firestone Complete Auto Care for an A/C performance check and recharge.
  • What’s making my A3 Sportback e-tron A/C put out warm air? Maybe your A/C starts cool but then gets warm. Or maybe it never gets cold in the first place. Either way, your A/C troubles could be traced back to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak.
  • What can cause an A/C system leak? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your A3 Sportback e-tron’s A/C system naturally degrade. Moisture can get into the system and cause a malfunction, or parts can simply wear out so that your system no longer seals properly.
  • Does the A/C in my A3 Sportback e-tron rely on gas? While your vehicle’s A/C system doesn’t directly use fuel, it does draw power from the engine, which can impact the fuel consumption of your A3 Sportback e-tron.
  • What does it mean if the A/C in my A3 Sportback e-tron smells like vinegar? If the air conditioning in your A3 Sportback e-tron smells like vinegar, it could be due to bacteria growth on system components such as the evaporator and heater cores. Bacteria can grow when moisture accumulates on air conditioning system components, providing a breeding ground for microorganisms.
  • Why does my A3 Sportback e-tron’s A/C only work when the car is moving? If your A/C only works when the vehicle is moving, there could be a problem with part of your A3 Sportback e-tron’s A/C or electrical system. Potential issues include low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.
  • Who offers A3 Sportback e-tron A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care inspects and repairs A3 Sportback e-tron air conditioning systems. Book an appointment at one of our A/C repair shops near you today.