Convenient & Local 1997 Dodge Avenger A/C Repair

Schedule A/C Service for Your Dodge Avenger

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

Dodge Avenger A/C Repair

Few things are worse than a broken car air conditioner on a hot summer day. Your steering wheel feels like it's burning your hands. Sweat soaks the driver's seat. “Who can fix my Dodge Avenger A/C?” you wonder, as the sun beats through the windshield. Easy — Firestone Complete Auto Care! We’ve got experience with Dodge vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 1997 Dodge. Bring your Dodge Avenger to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1997 Dodge Avenger’s A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. This check includes a visual inspection, performance test, and pressure and leak test. If we suspect a leak, we’ll send a U/V dye through your A/C system or use a “sniffer” to find the leak. A “sniffer” isn’t a technician with a good nose! It’s a machine that’s used on different parts of your Dodge Avenger A/C system to detect any refrigerant fumes that might be leaking out from the system. If your A/C system has a leak, we’ll find and repair it.

A/C Recharge for Dodge Avenger

Let's say we repair your 1997 Dodge Avenger A/C system. We will also perform 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 Dodge's recommendations. Finally, we’ll recharge the A/C system with new refrigerant 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 1997 Dodge Avenger A/C recharges.

Common Dodge Avenger A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Dodge Avenger A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Typical A/C problems also 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 you notice that your A/C system’s air is cold at first, then quickly goes warm, this can mean there’s a malfunctioning compressor clutch, a leak, or a blown fuse. And smelly A/C in a 1997 Dodge Avenger? 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. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your Avenger — without all the sweat puddles!

Frequently Asked Questions for 1997 Dodge Avenger A/C Systems

  • How can I make my Avenger 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.
  • Why is my Avenger 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 can cause an A/C system leak? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your Avenger’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 the A/C in my Avenger use gas? Avenger 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 Avenger 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 Avenger creates a breeding environment for microorganisms.
  • Why does my vehicle have to be moving for my Avenger’s A/C to work? A problem with one or more of your air conditioning or electrical system components could cause the A/C to only work when your Avenger is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.
  • Who offers Avenger A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your Avenger’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.