1989 Dodge Shadow A/C Repair Near You

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Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 1989 Dodge Shadow A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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A/C Service for Dodge Shadow

Few things are worse than a broken car air conditioner on a hot summer day. Is that a hot stove? Nope, just your steering wheel. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You take a deep breath and ask yourself, “Who can fix my Dodge Shadow A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care can! We know our way around Dodge vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 1989 Dodge. Bring your Dodge Shadow to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 1989 Dodge Shadow A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. 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.” What’s a “sniffer,” you ask? It’s a specially designed machine that’s used on parts of your Dodge Shadow A/C system to identify points where refrigerant fumes could be escaping the system. If your A/C system has a leak, we’ll find and repair it.

Shadow A/C Recharge

When we perform an A/C repair on your 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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. Then, they’ll perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Dodge guidelines. The A/C system is recharged with new refrigerant and once the technician tests the cool blast for themselves, you're ready to get back on the road. Our technicians are trained to efficiently perform 1989 Dodge Shadow A/C recharges.

Common Dodge Shadow A/C Problems

Warm air isn't the only Dodge Shadow A/C problem you may 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 can mean there’s a malfunctioning compressor clutch, a leak, or a blown fuse. Are you breathing in some “interesting” new odors in your 1989 Dodge Shadow? 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. So, chill out. We're here to help you get the blast back in your Shadow’s A/C!

1989 Dodge Shadow A/C System FAQs

  • How can I make my Shadow 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 do I get hot air from my Shadow A/C? 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 Shadow’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 my Shadow A/C run on gas?  The air conditioning system in your Shadow 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 Shadow to smell like vinegar? If the air conditioning in your Shadow 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.
  • Why does my vehicle have to be moving for my Shadow’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 Shadow is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.
  • Who offers Shadow A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care inspects and repairs Shadow air conditioning systems. Book an appointment at one of our A/C repair shops near you today.