How do I make my ActiveHybrid 5 air conditioning colder?

Park in the shade whenever you can, and use a reflective sunshade in the windshield when you’re parked. If you’re the only one in the car, close all the vents except the ones that point toward you. Give the system the final boost it needs with an A/C performance check and recharge from Firestone Complete Auto Care.

What’s making my ActiveHybrid 5 A/C put out warm air?

An A/C blowing hot air has several possible root causes. There could be an issue with your compressor clutch, a blown fuse, a leak, or a clog in the expansion valve.

How does my A/C system get a leak?

Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your ActiveHybrid 5’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.

Is my ActiveHybrid 5 A/C powered by gas?

ActiveHybrid 5 air conditioning systems don’t use gasoline as a direct fuel source. However, they do rely on engine power, which can indirectly affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.

Why does my ActiveHybrid 5 have a vinegary smell coming from the A/C?

It’s easy for moisture to accumulate in your car’s air conditioning system, which can cause microorganisms like bacteria to grow. In turn, this bacteria growth can cause the A/C in your ActiveHybrid 5 to produce a vinegary odor.

Why won’t my ActiveHybrid 5’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped?

Damaged or worn components in your ActiveHybrid 5’s electrical or air conditioning system can cause the A/C to only work when the car is moving. You may be dealing with low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.

Where can I get my ActiveHybrid 5’s A/C repaired?

Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your ActiveHybrid 5’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.

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A/C Service for BMW ActiveHybrid 5

Few things are worse than a broken car air conditioner on a hot summer day. Your steering wheel feels like lava. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my BMW ActiveHybrid 5?" Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know our way around BMW vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 A/C systems. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your BMW ActiveHybrid 5

In this A/C performance inspection, we’ll check out the current condition of your 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 ActiveHybrid 5 A/C system to detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

Recharge the A/C in Your ActiveHybrid 5

While your 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5’s air conditioner is being serviced, 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 BMW's recommendations. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, and once the technician tests the cool blast for themselves, you’re good to go. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 A/C recharges.

Common BMW ActiveHybrid 5 A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential BMW ActiveHybrid 5 A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. 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. If you notice that your A/C system’s air is cold at first, then quickly goes 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 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5? That could be the result of a dirty cabin air filter (an easy fix!) or a moldy evaporator case. Our trained technicians will do what they can to solve your A/C problems. Don’t sweat it — we’re here to help you chill out again in your ActiveHybrid 5.

2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 A/C System FAQs

How do I make my ActiveHybrid 5 air conditioning colder? Park in the shade whenever you can, and use a reflective sunshade in the windshield when you’re parked. If you’re the only one in the car, close all the vents except the ones that point toward you. Give the system the final boost it needs with an A/C performance check and recharge from Firestone Complete Auto Care.
What’s making my ActiveHybrid 5 A/C put out warm air? An A/C blowing hot air has several possible root causes. There could be an issue with your compressor clutch, a blown fuse, a leak, or a clog in the expansion valve.
How does my A/C system get a leak? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your ActiveHybrid 5’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.
Is my ActiveHybrid 5 A/C powered by gas? ActiveHybrid 5 air conditioning systems don’t use gasoline as a direct fuel source. However, they do rely on engine power, which can indirectly affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.
Why does my ActiveHybrid 5 have a vinegary smell coming from the A/C? It’s easy for moisture to accumulate in your car’s air conditioning system, which can cause microorganisms like bacteria to grow. In turn, this bacteria growth can cause the A/C in your ActiveHybrid 5 to produce a vinegary odor.
Why won’t my ActiveHybrid 5’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped? Damaged or worn components in your ActiveHybrid 5’s electrical or air conditioning system can cause the A/C to only work when the car is moving. You may be dealing with low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.
Where can I get my ActiveHybrid 5’s A/C repaired? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your ActiveHybrid 5’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.