Convenient & Local 2018 Audi S5 A/C Repair

Schedule A/C Service for Your Audi S5

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 2018 Audi S5 A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

A/C Service for Audi S5

Few things are worse than a broken car air conditioner on a hot summer day. Is that a hot stove? Nope, just your steering wheel. Sweat soaks the driver's seat. “Who can fix my Audi S5 A/C?” you wonder, as the sun beats through the windshield. Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know our way around Audi vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 2018 Audi. Bring your Audi S5 to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 2018 Audi S5’s A/C system to see if repair work is required. This check will include an examination of system pressure, a visual inspection, and a leak test. If any signs point to a possible leak, we’ll send a special U/V dye through the system, or use something called a “sniffer.” A "sniffer" is a machine that's run along parts of your Audi S5 A/C system that can detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If your system has a leak, we can get it fixed.

S5 A/C Recharge

Let's say we repair your 2018 Audi S5 A/C system. We will also perform an A/C evacuation and recharge. To do this, one of our technicians will remove the refrigerant in your A/C system (if there is even any left to remove). Then, they’ll perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Audi guidelines. Finally, we’ll recharge the A/C system with new refrigerant and once we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you're ready to get back on the road. Our technicians are trained to efficiently perform 2018 Audi S5 A/C recharges.

Troubleshooting Audi S5 A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Audi S5 A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Other common A/C problems include weak airflow, which could be caused by mold or mildew buildup, a loose hose, an old ventilation fan, or a compromised seal. An A/C system that starts off blowing cold air but then turns warm may suggest a leak, a blown fuse, or a damaged compressor clutch. And smelly A/C in a 2018 Audi S5? This can mean you have mold in your evaporator case, or it may indicate that it’s time to change your cabin air filter. Our trained technicians will do what they can to solve your A/C problems. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your S5 — without all the sweat puddles!

2018 Audi S5 A/C System FAQs

  • Can I make my S5 air conditioner 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 S5 A/C put out warm air? If your car’s air conditioning isn’t blowing cold air at all (or it tries, then turns warm), you could have a clogged expansion valve, a faulty compressor clutch, a leak, or a malfunctioning fuse in the system.
  • How does my A/C system get a leak? To put it simply, age and moisture are some of the main causes of leaks in your A/C. Over time, rubber gaskets and seals can wear out, which pushes much-needed refrigerant out of your S5’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.
  •  Does the A/C in my S5 use gas?  The air conditioning system in your S5 does not use gasoline directly as a fuel source, but it does require some power from the engine, which indirectly affects your car's fuel consumption.
  • What can cause the A/C in my S5 to smell like vinegar? If a vinegar-like odor comes from your A/C, bacteria growth could be the culprit. Moisture accumulation in the air conditioning system of your S5 creates a breeding environment for microorganisms.
  • What is causing my S5’s A/C to only work when the car is in motion? There could be issues with one or more components in the air conditioning or electrical system. Your S5 may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.
  • Who offers S5 A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your S5’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.