Convenient & Local 2013 Scion FR-S A/C Repair

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Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 2013 Scion FR-S A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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Scion FR-S 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. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my Scion FR-S?" Easy — Firestone Complete Auto Care! We know our way around Scion vehicles, and our trained technicians can identify and repair issues with 2013 Scion A/C systems. Steer your Scion FR-S to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 2013 Scion FR-S’s A/C system to evaluate what repairs are necessary (if any). This check includes a visual inspection, performance test, and pressure and leak test. If we think there might be a leak, we'll run a special U/V dye through the system or use a "sniffer." A “sniffer” isn’t a technician with a good nose! It’s a machine that’s used on different parts of your Scion FR-S 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.

Recharge the A/C in Your FR-S

While your 2013 Scion FR-S’s air conditioner is being serviced, 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 perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Scion guidelines. 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 good to go. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 2013 Scion FR-S A/C recharges.

Common Scion FR-S A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Scion FR-S A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. 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 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. And smelly A/C in a 2013 Scion FR-S? 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. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your FR-S — without all the sweat puddles!

2013 Scion FR-S A/C System FAQs

  • How do I make my FR-S air conditioning 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 FR-S 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? 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 FR-S’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 FR-S use gas? 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 FR-S.
  • Why does the A/C in my FR-S smell like vinegar? If the air conditioning in your FR-S 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 FR-S’s A/C to work? If your A/C only works when the vehicle is moving, there could be a problem with part of your FR-S’s A/C or electrical system. Potential issues include low coolant or a faulty cooling fan.
  • Where can I go for FR-S A/C repair near me? When you need your FR-S air conditioning system repaired or inspected, trust Firestone Complete Auto Care. Schedule an appointment at our A/C repair shop near you.