Nearest A/C Repair for Your 1996 Dodge B2500

Schedule A/C Service for Your Dodge B2500

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 1996 Dodge B2500 A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

A/C Service for Dodge B2500

When you get in the car on a hot summer day, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner. 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 Dodge B2500 A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know Dodge vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 1996 Dodge B2500 A/C systems. Bring your Dodge B2500 to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1996 Dodge B2500’s A/C system to see if repair work is required. This check will include an examination of system pressure, a visual inspection, and a 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" is a machine that's run along parts of your Dodge B2500 A/C system that can detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If your system has a leak, we can get it fixed.

B2500 A/C Recharge

When we perform an A/C repair on your 1996 Dodge B2500, we’ll also do an A/C evacuation and recharge. During this process, a technician will remove the old refrigerant from the 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 we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you're ready to get back on the road. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 1996 Dodge B2500 A/C recharges.

Troubleshooting Dodge B2500 A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Dodge B2500 A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Another common A/C problem is 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 may suggest a leak, a blown fuse, or a damaged compressor clutch. Are you breathing in some “interesting” new odors in your 1996 Dodge B2500? 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 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 B2500 — without all the sweat puddles!

Questions About 1996 Dodge B2500 A/C Systems

  • How can I make my B2500 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 do I get hot air from my B2500 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.
  • How does my A/C system get a leak? A/C system leaks are often due to a combination of age and moisture. Rubber seals and gaskets naturally degrade over time, allowing refrigerant to exit and moisture to enter your B2500's A/C system.
  •  Does running the A/C in my B2500 use gasoline? Your B2500’s A/C uses some power from the engine to run. So, while your air conditioning system may not directly use gasoline as a fuel source, using the A/C can indirectly affect your vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
  • Why does my B2500 have a vinegary smell coming from the A/C? If the air conditioning in your B2500 smells like vinegar, it could be due to bacteria growth on system components such as the evaporator and heater cores. Bacteria can grow when moisture accumulates on air conditioning system components, providing a breeding ground for microorganisms.
  • What is causing my B2500’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 B2500 may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.
  • Where can I go for B2500 A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your B2500’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.