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A/C Repair Service for Your Buick Riviera

There’s nothing worse than cranking your car air conditioner on a hot day — and discovering it’s broken. Your steering wheel feels like it's burning your hands. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You take a deep breath and ask yourself, “Who can fix my Buick Riviera A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care can! We know our way around Buick vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 1999 Buick Riviera A/C systems. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your Buick Riviera

In this A/C performance inspection, we’ll check out the current condition of your 1999 Buick Riviera A/C system to evaluate what repairs are necessary (if any). 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." A "sniffer" is a machine that's run along parts of your Buick Riviera A/C system that can detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If your system has a leak, we can get it fixed.

Riviera A/C Recharge

Let's say we repair your 1999 Buick Riviera A/C system. We will also perform an A/C evacuation and recharge. During this process, a technician will remove the old refrigerant from the A/C system. Then, they’ll perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Buick 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 all set. Our technicians know how to keep your A/C in tip-top shape with 1999 Buick Riviera A/C recharges.

Other Buick Riviera A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Buick Riviera A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Another common A/C problem is weak airflow, which could mean you have a compromised seal, mildew or mold buildup, a loose or damaged hose, or a ventilation fan that needs to be replaced. 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. What about those (somewhat unpleasant!) smells coming through the A/C vents in your 1999 Buick Riviera? 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. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your Riviera — without all the sweat puddles!

Frequently Asked Questions for 1999 Buick Riviera A/C Systems

  • How do I make my Riviera 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.
  • Why do I get hot air from my Riviera A/C? 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? 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 Riviera’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 Riviera use gas?  The air conditioning system in your Riviera 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 Riviera to smell like vinegar? 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 Riviera to produce a vinegary odor.
  • Why does my Riviera’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 Riviera’s A/C or electrical system. Potential issues include low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.
  • Where can I go for Riviera A/C repair near me? When you need your Riviera air conditioning system repaired or inspected, trust Firestone Complete Auto Care. Schedule an appointment at our A/C repair shop near you.