How do I make my 328is 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.

Why is my 328is A/C blowing hot 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.

What causes A/C system leaks?

Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your 328is’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 running the A/C in my 328is use gasoline?

The air conditioning system in your 328is 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 does it mean if the A/C in my 328is smells 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 328is creates a breeding environment for microorganisms.

Why won’t my 328is’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped?

There could be issues with one or more components in the air conditioning or electrical system. Your 328is may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.

Who repairs 328is A/C near me?

Firestone Complete Auto Care has decades of experience inspecting and repairing 328is air conditioning systems. Schedule an A/C repair appointment at one of our locations near you today.

1997 BMW 328is A/C Repair Near You

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Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 1997 BMW 328is A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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A/C Service for BMW 328is

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. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You take a deep breath and ask yourself, “Who can fix my BMW 328is A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know our way around BMW vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 1997 BMW. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your BMW 328is

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1997 BMW 328is’s A/C system to see if repair work is required. We’ll test overall system performance, check for any leaks, and measure the system pressure. If we think there might be a leak, we'll run a special U/V dye through the system or use a "sniffer." What’s a “sniffer,” you ask? It’s a specially designed machine that’s used on parts of your BMW 328is A/C system to detect any refrigerant fumes that might be leaking out from the system. If your system has a leak, we can get it fixed.

328is A/C Recharge

When we perform an A/C repair on your 1997 BMW 328is, we’ll also do 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 BMW guidelines. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, 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 1997 BMW 328is A/C recharges.

Troubleshooting BMW 328is A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential BMW 328is A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. Other common A/C problems include weak airflow, which could indicate an old ventilation fan, a seal or hose that needs replacing, or mold buildup in your A/C system. If your A/C system blows cold air first but then it turns warm, this may be due to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak. What about those (somewhat unpleasant!) smells coming through the A/C vents in your 1997 BMW 328is? 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 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 328is — without all the sweat puddles!

1997 BMW 328is A/C System FAQs

How do I make my 328is 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.
Why is my 328is A/C blowing hot 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.
What causes A/C system leaks? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your 328is’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 running the A/C in my 328is use gasoline? The air conditioning system in your 328is 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 does it mean if the A/C in my 328is smells 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 328is creates a breeding environment for microorganisms.
Why won’t my 328is’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped? There could be issues with one or more components in the air conditioning or electrical system. Your 328is may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.
Who repairs 328is A/C near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care has decades of experience inspecting and repairing 328is air conditioning systems. Schedule an A/C repair appointment at one of our locations near you today.