1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C Repair Near You

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Schedule A/C Service for Your Jaguar Vanden Plas

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C Repair

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 lava. That puddle in the driver’s seat? Sweat. Ugh. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my Jaguar Vanden Plas?" Firestone Complete Auto Care — that’s who! We know Jaguar vehicles, and our qualified technicians can diagnose and service the A/C system in your 1986 Jaguar. Steer your Jaguar Vanden Plas to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care

In this A/C performance inspection, we’ll check out the current condition of your 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C system to see if repair work is required. This check includes a visual inspection, performance test, and pressure and 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.” A “sniffer” isn’t a technician with a good nose! It’s a machine that’s used on different parts of your Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C system to detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

A/C Recharge for Jaguar Vanden Plas

While your 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas’s air conditioner is being serviced, 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 Jaguar's recommendations. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, 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 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C recharges.

Troubleshooting Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C Problems

Warm air isn't the only Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C problem you may 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 can mean there’s a malfunctioning compressor clutch, a leak, or a blown fuse. And smelly A/C in a 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas? That could be the result of a dirty cabin air filter (an easy fix!) or a moldy evaporator case. Our trained technicians will do what they can to solve your A/C problems. So, chill out. We're here to help you get the blast back in your Vanden Plas’s A/C!

Questions About 1986 Jaguar Vanden Plas A/C Systems

  • Can I make my Vanden Plas 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 Vanden Plas A/C? An A/C blowing hot air has several possible root causes. There could be an issue with your compressor clutch, a blown fuse, a leak, or a clog in the expansion valve.
  • How does my A/C system get a leak? To put it simply, age and moisture are some of the main causes of leaks in your A/C. Over time, rubber gaskets and seals can wear out, which pushes much-needed refrigerant out of your Vanden Plas’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.
  • Does my Vanden Plas A/C use gas? Your Vanden Plas’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.
  • What can cause the A/C in my Vanden Plas to smell like vinegar? Moisture can accumulate on your vehicle’s A/C system components, creating the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. As this bacteria grows, it can cause the air conditioning system in your Vanden Plas to have a vinegar-like smell.
  • Why won’t my Vanden Plas’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped? Damaged or worn components in your Vanden Plas’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.
  • Where can I go for Vanden Plas A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care has decades of experience inspecting and repairing Vanden Plas air conditioning systems. Schedule an A/C repair appointment at one of our locations near you today.