How do I make my K2500 Suburban air conditioning 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.

Why do I get hot air from my K2500 Suburban 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 K2500 Suburban’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 running the A/C in my K2500 Suburban use gasoline?

While your vehicle’s A/C system doesn’t directly use fuel, it does draw power from the engine, which can impact the fuel consumption of your K2500 Suburban.

My K2500 Suburban’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that?

It’s easy for moisture to accumulate in your car’s air conditioning system, which can cause microorganisms like bacteria to grow. In turn, this bacteria growth can cause the A/C in your K2500 Suburban to produce a vinegary odor.

What is causing my K2500 Suburban’s A/C to only work when the car is in motion?

A problem with one or more of your air conditioning or electrical system components could cause the A/C to only work when your K2500 Suburban is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.

Where can I get my K2500 Suburban’s A/C repaired?

Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your K2500 Suburban’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.

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A/C Repair Service for Your GMC K2500 Suburban

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. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my GMC K2500 Suburban?" Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know our way around GMC vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban A/C systems. Come to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care in your GMC K2500 Suburban

During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban A/C system to see if repair work is required. 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 GMC K2500 Suburban A/C system to detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

K2500 Suburban A/C Recharge

While your 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban’s air conditioner is being serviced, 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 perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per GMC guidelines. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, and once we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you’re good to go. Our technicians are trained to efficiently perform 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban A/C recharges.

Other GMC K2500 Suburban A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential GMC K2500 Suburban A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. 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. If you notice that your A/C system’s air is cold at first, then quickly goes warm, this may be due to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak. What about those (somewhat unpleasant!) smells coming through the A/C vents in your 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban? 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 technicians will work to solve your A/C problems to the best of their ability. So, chill out. We're here to help you get the blast back in your K2500 Suburban’s A/C!

Questions About 1985 GMC K2500 Suburban A/C Systems

How do I make my K2500 Suburban air conditioning 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.
Why do I get hot air from my K2500 Suburban 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 K2500 Suburban’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 running the A/C in my K2500 Suburban use gasoline? While your vehicle’s A/C system doesn’t directly use fuel, it does draw power from the engine, which can impact the fuel consumption of your K2500 Suburban.
My K2500 Suburban’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that? It’s easy for moisture to accumulate in your car’s air conditioning system, which can cause microorganisms like bacteria to grow. In turn, this bacteria growth can cause the A/C in your K2500 Suburban to produce a vinegary odor.
What is causing my K2500 Suburban’s A/C to only work when the car is in motion? A problem with one or more of your air conditioning or electrical system components could cause the A/C to only work when your K2500 Suburban is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.
Where can I get my K2500 Suburban’s A/C repaired? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your K2500 Suburban’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.