1988 Plymouth Colt A/C Repair Near You

Schedule Your Plymouth Colt A/C Service

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 1988 Plymouth Colt A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

Plymouth Colt A/C Repair

There’s nothing worse than cranking your car air conditioner on a hot day — and discovering it’s broken. Is that a hot stove? Nope, just your steering wheel. That puddle in the driver’s seat? Sweat. Ugh. You take a deep breath and ask yourself, “Who can fix my Plymouth Colt A/C?” Firestone Complete Auto Care can! We know Plymouth vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 1988 Plymouth Colt A/C systems. Bring your Plymouth Colt to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1988 Plymouth Colt’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 Plymouth Colt 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.

A/C Recharge for Plymouth Colt

When we perform an A/C repair on your 1988 Plymouth Colt, we’ll also do 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. Then, they’ll use Plymouth’s specifications to evacuate the system. The A/C system is recharged with new refrigerant and once we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you’re all set. Our technicians are trained to efficiently perform 1988 Plymouth Colt A/C recharges.

Other Plymouth Colt A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential Plymouth Colt A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. 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. An A/C system that starts off blowing cold air but then turns warm 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 1988 Plymouth Colt? 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 Colt.

1988 Plymouth Colt A/C System FAQs

  • Can I make my Colt 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 Colt 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 Colt’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.
  • Does the A/C in my Colt rely on gas? Colt air conditioning systems don’t use gasoline as a direct fuel source. However, they do rely on engine power, which can indirectly affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.
  • What can cause the A/C in my Colt to smell like vinegar? If the air conditioning in your Colt 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 won’t my Colt’s A/C cool the vehicle when the car is stopped? A problem with one or more of your air conditioning or electrical system components could cause the A/C to only work when your Colt is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.
  • Who offers Colt A/C repair near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your Colt’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.