1998 Chevrolet Lumina A/C Repair Near You

Schedule an A/C Service Appointment for Your Chevrolet Lumina

When you’ve got car A/C problems, don’t sweat it. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, our technicians are qualified to diagnose issues and repair your 1998 Chevrolet Lumina A/C system. Beat the heat and come in today for a refreshingly easy A/C performance check.

A/C Service for Chevrolet Lumina

Few things are worse than a broken car air conditioner on a hot summer day. Your steering wheel feels like lava. That puddle in the driver’s seat? Sweat. Ugh. “Who can fix my Chevrolet Lumina A/C?” you wonder, as the sun beats through the windshield. Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know our way around Chevrolet vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 1998 Chevrolet Lumina A/C systems. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your Chevrolet Lumina

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1998 Chevrolet Lumina’s A/C system to evaluate what repairs are necessary (if any). 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 Chevrolet Lumina A/C system that can identify points where refrigerant fumes could be escaping the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

Lumina A/C Recharge

When we perform an A/C repair on your 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 use Chevrolet’s specifications to evacuate the system. 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 good to go. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 1998 Chevrolet Lumina A/C recharges.

Other Chevrolet Lumina A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Chevrolet Lumina A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. 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. An A/C system that starts off blowing cold air but then turns warm may be due to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak. Are you breathing in some “interesting” new odors in your 1998 Chevrolet Lumina? This can mean you have mold in your evaporator case, or it may indicate that it’s time to change your cabin air filter. Technicians at Firestone Complete Auto Care are ready to help you address your A/C problems. Don’t sweat it — we’re here to help you chill out again in your Lumina.

Questions About 1998 Chevrolet Lumina A/C Systems

  • Can I make my Lumina air conditioner 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 is my Lumina A/C blowing hot 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? 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 Lumina’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.
  • Does my Lumina A/C use gas? Lumina 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.
  • What does it mean if the A/C in my Lumina smells like vinegar? Moisture can accumulate on your vehicle’s A/C system components, creating the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. As this bacteria grows, it can cause the air conditioning system in your Lumina to have a vinegar-like smell.
  • What is causing my Lumina’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 Lumina may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.
  • Where can I go for Lumina A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your Lumina’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.