Convenient & Local 2005 Ford Explorer A/C Repair

Schedule an A/C Service Appointment for Your Ford Explorer

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 2005 Ford Explorer A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

A/C Service for Ford Explorer

There’s nothing worse than cranking your car air conditioner on a hot day — and discovering it’s broken. Your steering wheel feels like lava. That puddle in the driver’s seat? Sweat. Ugh. You take a deep breath and ask yourself, “Who can fix my Ford Explorer A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know Ford vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 2005 Ford Explorer A/C systems. Steer your Ford Explorer to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 2005 Ford Explorer’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.” What’s a “sniffer,” you ask? It’s a specially designed machine that’s used on parts of your Ford Explorer A/C system to identify points where refrigerant fumes could be escaping the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

Explorer A/C Recharge

Let's say we repair your 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford'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 all set. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 2005 Ford Explorer A/C recharges.

Other Ford Explorer A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Ford Explorer A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Typical A/C problems also include 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 your A/C system blows cold air first but then it turns warm, this 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 2005 Ford Explorer? 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. Don’t sweat it — we’re here to help you chill out again in your Explorer.

Frequently Asked Questions for 2005 Ford Explorer A/C Systems

  • Can I make my Explorer air conditioner colder? Here are a few quick ideas. Shut the passenger air vents and point the other vents directly toward you. Park your car in the shade and use a window sun blocker. Then visit Firestone Complete Auto Care for an A/C performance check and recharge.
  • What’s making my Explorer A/C put out warm 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.
  • How does my A/C system get a leak? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your Explorer’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.
  • Is my Explorer A/C powered by gas?  The air conditioning system in your Explorer 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.
  • My Explorer’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that? 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 Explorer creates a breeding environment for microorganisms.
  • Why won’t my Explorer’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped? Damaged or worn components in your Explorer’s electrical or air conditioning system can cause the A/C to only work when the car is moving. You may be dealing with low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.
  • Who offers Explorer A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care has decades of experience inspecting and repairing Explorer air conditioning systems. Schedule an A/C repair appointment at one of our locations near you today.